Master in Urban Ecological Planning

For Master in Urban Ecological Planning, tuition costs 22,196 USD per year, while applications for the Aug 2027 intake are due by Dec 1, 2026.

The Master in Urban Ecological Planning is a 2-year program at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. It's for students who want to address urban issues in a sustainable way. The program helps students develop skills in areas like participatory planning and spatial change.

The curriculum includes courses like fieldwork, internships, and project work. Students learn about urban ecological planning, spatial interventions, and community engagement. The program has a strong focus on practical experience, with fieldworks in countries like Uganda, Nepal, and India.

Graduates can work as Urban Planners, Sustainability Consultants, Community Development Managers, Environmental Consultants, or Research and Development Managers. They can work in industries like urban planning, environmental consulting, or non-profit organizations, for employers like the United Nations, the World Bank, or local government agencies.

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) is Norway's largest university, headquartered in Trondheim with campuses in Ålesund and Gjøvik. Formed in 1996 from a merger of historic institutions, NTNU carries a deep tradition in engineering and technology while offering broad academic disciplines from medicine and social sciences to the arts. With roughly 42,840 students and 3,629 international students, NTNU is a major hub for research, innovation and international study in Scandinavia.

NTNU emphasizes close collaboration with industry and research partners, providing many opportunities for applied projects, internships and graduate research across 64 programs. English-taught degrees and strong research supervision make the university accessible to international students aiming for careers in technology, sustainable energy, health sciences or entrepreneurship. Student services include international advising, integration programs and support for housing and visas.

Life at NTNU combines rigorous academics with outdoor and cultural experiences typical of Norway. The student community is active in associations, innovation labs and cross-disciplinary initiatives, and Trondheim offers an affordable, student-friendly city environment. Prospective international applicants should review program-specific entry requirements, explore funding and scholarship options and contact the international office early to plan arrival and accommodation.