Master in Chartered Town Planner

The deadline to apply for the Sep 2027 intake is Aug 31, 2027. Tuition fees for Master in Chartered Town Planner are 18,000 GBP per year.

Creating sustainable, equitable, and functional urban spaces requires navigating the complex intersections of policy, environmental stewardship, and community needs. This programme addresses the fundamental challenges of modern spatial planning, equipping practitioners to shape the future of our built environment through professional practice.

Designed for those seeking to gain professional accreditation while working in the industry, this course offers a pathway to becoming a Chartered Town Planner. It bridges the gap between theoretical spatial strategy and the day-to-day realities of planning legislation and development management.

Professional Integration

• Focuses on the core competencies required by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI).
• Emphasizes the application of planning law, sustainable development principles, and site-specific analysis.
• Connects academic inquiry with active professional development in the workplace.

By blending reflective practice with rigorous academic study, the course ensures that graduates are not only capable of managing complex planning projects but are also prepared to lead in the evolving landscape of sustainable urban planning and regional infrastructure development.

Sheffield Hallam University, established in 1843 and based in Sheffield, is a large modern university serving around 31,000 students, including approximately 3,100 international learners. The university is known for applied teaching, industry-aligned courses and strong professional links across disciplines from business and health to engineering and the creative industries. Students benefit from modern facilities, well-equipped labs and specialist studios tailored to career-focused learning.

The campus ethos emphasizes employability: placements, work-based projects and employer partnerships are embedded across many programs, helping students gain practical experience and build professional networks. Academic staff work closely with industry and regional employers on applied research and innovation, creating pathways into internships and graduate roles. Dedicated student support services assist with academic skills, careers advice and wellbeing.

Sheffield itself is a friendly, affordable student city with good transport links to the north of England and easy access to green spaces and cultural venues. International students often highlight the city’s welcoming community, active student societies and opportunities to balance study with outdoor activities. For those seeking a practical, career-oriented university experience in the UK, Sheffield Hallam offers strong employer engagement, supportive services and an accessible urban lifestyle.