You will also be offered a choice of Specialised Studies in the areas identified above as the School's specialisms. You can also develop these specialisms further, through an associated dissertation. There will also be an overseas field trip as part of European Studies. For RTPI recognition an additional one-year Diploma in Town and Country Planning is required. There is assessed coursework and examinations.
Coursework includes varied project work, covering field visits and simulated exercises.
Entry Requirements See Entry Requirements for Degree Courses . An average A-level offer for this course is likely to be 12 points, or BTEC National with at least 3 merits at Level 3. If you are a mature student with no formal qualifications, you will be offered an interview to assess your ability to benefit from the course, in the light of your experience and commitment. Direct entry to Year 2 is possible if you have successfully completed studies that are comparable to the content of Year 1. You may work in urban or rural planning authorities, at local or strategic level.