The teaching employs a wide range of methods, generally in small groups with close contact with the academic staff. Illustrated lectures and videos provide an overall framework with learning taking place through essays, practical projects and field visits. Assessment is similarly varied, using a wide variety of coursework including essays, reports and verbal and visual presentations. Only a small proportion of the topics taught are assessed through formal examinations. We make special efforts to provide a friendly and supportive atmosphere.
Classes are small with close contact with the academic staff.
The university provides particular support for students with special needs. The academic staff are all well qualified both academically and professionally. Members of the staff team are engaged in leading edge research in planning. They are also active in local politics, environmental issues and, in particular, the affairs of the Royal Town Planning Institute both at national and regional level. There are no special entry requirements over and above the general policy of the university as set out in its prospectus.