Masters in Sustainable Urban Planning and Development (Sustainable and Smart Cities and Regions)
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Programme Level: Postgraduate
Programme Name: Masters in Sustainable Urban Planning and Development (Sustainable and Smart Cities and Regions)
Programme Code: M6MU1Q
Medium of Facilitation: part-time, Full-Time
NQF Level: 9
NQF Credits: 120
SAQA: 99782
Application Start Date: 1 April 2025
Application End Date: 31 October 2025
Campus: Doornfontein
Contacts: UJ Call Centre 011 559-4555
Email: mylife@uj.ac.za
Duration of Study: 1 Year Full-Time and 2 Years Part-Time
Purpose
The purpose of the qualification is to develop an intellectual with advanced abilities in applying fundamental engineering sciences or related inter-disciplinary principles to specific problems of society at large. One of the main objectives in this process is to develop an advanced capability to do fundamental engineering research of inter/intra-disciplinary nature independently. It also promotes a lifelong learning approach.
Admission Requirements
An honours degree in Urban and Regional Planning or any relevant field, for admission to study towards the Master of Sustainable Urban Planning and Development.
Holders of Bachelor of Technology Degrees with additional research experience at Honours Level or participation in a bridging programme and a minimum of 2 years work experience will also be eligible for admission to study towards the Master of Sustainable Urban Planning and Development.
An average mark of 65% in the previous degree qualification is generally required.
Selection Process
Please note that students are selected based on academic merit and an approved field(s) of study.
More Information
https://www.uj.ac.za/admission-aid/postgraduate/
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