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MSc Technology for Sustainable Cities


Northumbria University London Campus

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Classroom
Duration
1 year · Full-time
Qualification
Level 7 Master's degree
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110 Middlesex Street, London
Middlesex Street
London
London
E17HT
United Kingdom

Overview

The UN estimates that by 2050, 68% of the world’s population will live in urban areas; an extra 2.5 billion people on today’s number. This rapid urbanisation is occurring at a time of global targets for reduced emissions. Cities are also estimated to be responsible for 80% of CO2 emissions. The challenge for today’s governments, urban planners, technical specialists and architects then, is how to support the sustainable development of our cities that reduce emissions and maximise efficiency whilst providing the basis for a culturally rich and exciting space to live.

Our MSc Technology in Sustainable Cities offers a multidisciplinary approach to planning sustainable urban solutions, developing computing expertise with urban planning technologies to prepare students for exciting careers applying technologies to more sustainable urban living.

Response to Covid-19: Our focus is on providing a safe and welcoming learning environment and ensuring continued access to learning.

As a result of the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic and resulting social distancing requirements, we are intending to teach this course using a mix of on-campus and online learning activities. We continue to be guided by the Government to ensure our campus is Covid-secure.

NU’s legal disclaimer:

All information is accurate at the time of sharing. Courses starting in 2021 are offered as a mix of face to face and online learning. We continue to monitor government and local authority guidance in relation to Covid-19 and we are ready and able to flex accordingly to ensure the health and safety of our students and staff. Contact time is subject to increase or decrease in line with restrictions, potentially to a full online offer, should restrictions increase in future. Our online activity will be delivered through Blackboard Ultra, enabling collaboration, connection and engagement with materials and people.

Qualification

Level 7 Master's degree

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Level of study: Postgraduate level study

Standard entry requirements:

  • A minimum of Bachelor's degree or equivalent (2:2 or above)
  • Professional qualifications that are equivalent to an honours degree may also be considered

English language requirements:

  • IELTS 6.5 with no single element below 5.5, or equivalent.

Payment plan: Available

Student loan: Available (UK/Home students only)

Study method: Full-time classroom-based

Duration: 1 year

Qualification: MSc Technology for Sustainable Cities

Awarded by: Northumbria University

Start date: September

Who is this course for?

This Masters programme prepares you for a range of careers in the field of urban planning for smart cities, including management and leadership in computing. Possible career routes available include:

  • Urban planning in local and national government
  • Government roles responsible for sustainability
  • Technology and software development companies involved in smart city applications
  • Consultancy firms

Requirements

Standard entry requirements:

  • A minimum of Bachelor's degree or equivalent (2:2 or above)
  • Professional qualifications that are equivalent to an honours degree may also be considered

English language requirements:

  • IELTS 6.5 with no single element below 5.5, or equivalent.

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