Entry Requirements
-An undergraduate degree (UK 2:1 or equivalent) in a relevant field, such as urban planning and design, architecture, geography, economics, management, environmental science, social or public policy.
-If English is not your native language or if you have not studied in English at degree level, you will need to provide evidence of your English proficiency. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS, TOEFL, or an equivalent score
- ACADEMIC BACKGROUND: An undergraduate degree (UK 2:1 or equivalent) in a relevant field, such as urban planning and design, architecture, geography, economics, management, environmental science, social or public policy.
- IELTS: IELTS: 6.5 (minimum of 5.5 in all sections); TOEFL iBT: 90 (minimum of 21 in any skill)
You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:
1. You are a national of a majority English-speaking country:
Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; Canada; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Jamaica; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; USA; UK.
2. You have completed/are completing a degree in a majority English-speaking country (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included). Your degree shall be conferred no earlier than September 2017.
3. You have completed/are completing a degree which has been taught and assessed in English (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included), and your degree shall be conferred no earlier than September 2017 with an English proficiency letter issued by the institution. The English proficiency letter should:
-be typed and printed on institutional letterhead.
-bear the seal/signature of the issuing authority
-indicate your degree has been taught and assessed entirely in English
4. You have completed a degree from one of the universities listed below:
Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University; University of Nottingham Ningbo China; New York University Shanghai; Wenzhou-Kean University; Duke Kunshan University; The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen; Beijing Normal University-HongKong Baptist University United International College (aka UIC); Guangdong Technion-Israel Institute of Technology.
In exceptional circumstances, individual cases will be considered on their own merits. You may be required to attend interviews or tests to further demonstrate your English proficiency.
If you miss the English language requirements by 0.5-1.0 of an IELTS band, or a similar number for other English language exams, you can be admitted to the programme after successful completion of our four- or six-week intensive English presessional course.
You can also apply to take the XJTLU English language test in lieu of an IELTS/TOEFL or equivalent. Based on the score, students may be admitted or may be required to take and successfully complete the four- or six-week intensive English presessional course.
Additionally, students may be required to complete English language courses on a pass/ fail basis as part of the additional learning activity requirement during their studies at XJTLU.
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Program Highlights
- Gain a multidisciplinary perspective on urban regeneration, learning from academics from a range of disciplines (including urban planning and design, project management, policy design and geography) in a research-led teaching environment
- Benefit from the University's strategic location of Suzhou, which blends history and modernity, making it an ideal place to explore Chinese contemporary cities and planning practices
- Earn a University of Liverpool degree that is recognised by the Chinese Ministry of Education and worldwide.
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Program Description
OVERVIEW
The MSc Urban Planning programme, offered by the Department of Urban Planning and Design at XJTLU, provides you with an international grounding in urban planning that is centred on the theme of urban regeneration.
China is experiencing unprecedented urbanisation in terms of the speed and nature of growth. One of the key issues for future practitioners will be how to deal with the challenge of reusing, transforming and regenerating the existing urban fabrics of China’s megacities in order to achieve a more sustainable model of urbanisation.
The programme suits students from a range of different backgrounds and it is not limited to those who have undertaken an urban planning undergraduate degree. One of the aims of the programme is to offer a multidisciplinary perspective on the issue of urban regeneration. Staff teaching on the programme offer varying expertise from a range of disciplines including urban planning and design, project management, policy design and geography. In addition, staff offer a variety of international perspectives including those anchored in Western European, East Asian and North American theoretical debates.
Graduates of this programme, as with all XJTLU masters degrees, earn a University of Liverpool degree that is recognised by the Chinese Ministry of Education.
WHY SHOULD I STUDY URBAN PLANNING AT XJTLU?
The regeneration of existing urban areas will lead China's urbanisation process in the years to come. The MSc Urban Planning programme is particularly designed to help future planners comprehensively tackle urban regeneration problems in diverse contexts. The city of Suzhou, which blends history and modernity, is an ideal place to explore Chinese contemporary cities and planning practices.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Throughout this programme, you will be introduced to theories and techniques that will allow you to approach urban planning in a critical, communicative and people-oriented way. Students graduate with a comprehensive understanding of contemporary urban problems and possible planning responses, as well as a mastery of the techniques and procedural skills necessary for effective work in the planning profession.
MODULES
Core modules
Theory and Practice of Urban Regeneration
Governance and Finance of Urban Regeneration
Politics, Society and Participation
Place-making and Urban Design
Spatial Analysis and Visualisation
Sustainable Urban Planning Strategies
Heritage, Historic Districts and Conservation
Fundamentals of Project Management
DissertationAdditional learning activities
The completion of additional learning activities is required to complete your masters degree. Normally, required ALA hours will be distributed evenly across each semester, amounting to 200 hours per semester.CAREERS
The MSc Urban Planning programme provides a solid basis for a range of careers across the world. These include but are not limited to urban planning, policy development, urban design, property development, working with community groups as an advocate to give them a voice in built environment decision-making processes, working with local and central government and working with non-governmental organisations.
FEES
Fees
RMB 90,000 for the entire 18 month full-time programme.
University tuition fees cover the cost of your study with us.Alumni discount
If you are a graduate of XJTLU, the University of Liverpool or Xi’an Jiaotong University, you will automatically receive a discount of 20 percent of the tuition fee.Payment options
Masters students have the option to pay tuition fees in instalments each semester. You can also choose to pay the fees upfront at the time of registration, in this case a discount of five percent of the total fees will be offered.
You will be asked to indicate how you would like to pay the fees when you confirm your acceptance of the unconditional offer. -
Entry Requirements
-An undergraduate degree (UK 2:1 or equivalent) in a relevant field, such as urban planning and design, architecture, geography, economics, management, environmental science, social or public policy.
-If English is not your native language or if you have not studied in English at degree level, you will need to provide evidence of your English proficiency. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS, TOEFL, or an equivalent score
- ACADEMIC BACKGROUND: An undergraduate degree (UK 2:1 or equivalent) in a relevant field, such as urban planning and design, architecture, geography, economics, management, environmental science, social or public policy.
- IELTS: IELTS: 6.5 (minimum of 5.5 in all sections); TOEFL iBT: 90 (minimum of 21 in any skill)
You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:
1. You are a national of a majority English-speaking country:
Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; Canada; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Jamaica; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; USA; UK.2. You have completed/are completing a degree in a majority English-speaking country (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included). Your degree shall be conferred no earlier than September 2017.
3. You have completed/are completing a degree which has been taught and assessed in English (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included), and your degree shall be conferred no earlier than September 2017 with an English proficiency letter issued by the institution. The English proficiency letter should:
-be typed and printed on institutional letterhead.
-bear the seal/signature of the issuing authority
-indicate your degree has been taught and assessed entirely in English4. You have completed a degree from one of the universities listed below:
Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University; University of Nottingham Ningbo China; New York University Shanghai; Wenzhou-Kean University; Duke Kunshan University; The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen; Beijing Normal University-HongKong Baptist University United International College (aka UIC); Guangdong Technion-Israel Institute of Technology.In exceptional circumstances, individual cases will be considered on their own merits. You may be required to attend interviews or tests to further demonstrate your English proficiency.
If you miss the English language requirements by 0.5-1.0 of an IELTS band, or a similar number for other English language exams, you can be admitted to the programme after successful completion of our four- or six-week intensive English presessional course.
You can also apply to take the XJTLU English language test in lieu of an IELTS/TOEFL or equivalent. Based on the score, students may be admitted or may be required to take and successfully complete the four- or six-week intensive English presessional course.
Additionally, students may be required to complete English language courses on a pass/ fail basis as part of the additional learning activity requirement during their studies at XJTLU.
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Fee Structure
Tuition Fee Master RMB 60,000 per year
RMB 90,000 in total (About $ 18,368)Accommodation Fee Parfait International Apartment Quad room RMB 45 to RMB 128 (More Details) PARFAIT HOTEL AND APARTMENT(文萃酒店公寓) Studio RMB 68 to RMB 102 (More Details) MBA APARTMENTS(MBA酒店公寓) Studio RMB 45 to RMB 68 (More Details) SCHOLAR’S GARDEN APARTMENT(翰林缘公寓) Studio RMB 85 to RMB 105 (More Details) Wenhua Apartment Double Room RMB 50 to RMB 70 (More Details) Single Room RMB 50 to RMB 70 (More Details) Other Fees Service Fee USD 54 Living Expense RMB 2,180 to RMB 2,780 - Application Materials
"*" means necessary documents that you must provide in your application.
*1. Photocopy of Valid Ordinary Passport
With name, passport number & expiration date, and photo included(Photocopy of valid passport identification page. Passport must be an ordinary passport and be valid for at least six months. Applicants currently residing in China must include a copy of the page containing a valid visa or residence permit.)
*2. Passport photo
A recent passport-sized photo of the applicant
*3. Original Highest Diploma and Its Notarized Copies
Certificate in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization.
Prospective diploma winners must submit official certificate from their current university.*4. Original transcripts in undergraduate or graduate period and their notarized copies
Transcripts in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization.
5. Certificates of English language qualifications
Such as IELTS, TOEFL or other acceptable English qualifications (as required)
*6. Original Non-criminal Record
It must be issued by your local police station with official stamp.
*7. Recommendation Letters
Two original recommendation letters written by professors or associate professors. If applicants have already got provisional acceptance from professors in XJTU, please ask this professor to issue a recommendation letter in the required format.
You can download a template or sample from here.*8. A Study Plan or Research Proposal
Applicants must submit a written study plan or research proposal in English or Chinese, with a minimum of 800 words for Master degree.
*9. Completed Original Physical Examination Record for Foreigners and Blood Test Report
The physical examination must cover ALL the items listed in form. The forms with incomplete records or without the suggestion and signature of the attending physician, official cross-edge stamp of the hospital or a sealed photograph of the applicant are invalid. Please select the appropriate time to take physical examination as the result is valid for only 6 months.
You can download a template or sample from here.10. Supporting Documents: Certificate of Good Conduct
Provided by your current/previous school/company in Chinese/English to improve your success rate.
You can download a template or sample from here.Tips:
For applicants who are in China: If you are an employee, you still need to provide employment separation certificate and your current residence permit. If you are a student, you need to provide transfer certificate, leaving certificate, certificate of attendance rate issued by previous school and your current residence permit. - How to Apply
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Change Log
- • The service fee has been updated to 50 USD December 28, 2020
- • The start date has been updated to September 7, 2021 December 7, 2020
- • The application deadline has been updated to June 15, 2021 December 7, 2020
- • The application deadline has been updated to June 15, 2021 October 13, 2020
- • The content has been updated. October 12, 2020
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- • The application deadline has been updated to July 30, 2020 July 10, 2020
- • The content has been updated. July 9, 2020
- • The application deadline has been updated to July 15, 2020 April 20, 2020
- • The service fee has been updated to 100 USD March 3, 2020
- • The application deadline has been updated to June 15, 2020 December 20, 2019
Basic Information
·Starting Date : | Sep 7 , 2023 | |
·Duration: | 1.5 Years |
Teaching Language : | English |
Application Deadline: | Jun 15 , 2023 |
Tuition : | RMB 60,000 Per Year |
Application Fee: | USD 0 (Check Policy) |
Service Fee: | USD 54 (Check Policy) |
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