MSc (T) Planning and Regeneration
Academic Year 2017/18
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Programme Title |
MSc (T) Planning and Regeneration |
Final Award |
Master of Science |
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Programme Code |
EVP-MSC-SR |
UCAS Code |
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JACS Code |
K420 (DESCR) 100 |
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Criteria for Admissions Admission normally requires a Second Class Honours Degree or above, in a broad range of related subjects (e.g planning, estate management, landscape design) or equivalent qualifications and experience. Further criteria may be set by the School if the number of applications exceeds the maximum student intake. Applicants should be aware that RTPI accreditation will only be awarded to students who have completed an RTPI-accredited undergraduate degree, whereas RICS accreditation is available for all. |
ATAS Clearance Required |
No |
Health Check Required |
No |
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Portfolio Required |
Interview Required |
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Mode of Study |
Full Time |
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Type of Programme |
Postgraduate |
Length of Programme |
1 Academic Year(s) |
Total Credits for Programme |
180 |
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Exit Awards available |
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INSTITUTE INFORMATION
Awarding Institution/Body |
Queen's University Belfast |
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Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
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School/Department |
Natural and Built Environment |
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Framework for Higher Education Qualification Level |
Level 7 |
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QAA Benchmark Group |
Town and country planning (2008) |
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Accreditations (PSRB) |
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The Royal Town Planning Institute |
Date of most recent Accreditation Visit 03-03-17 |
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Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors |
Date of most recent Accreditation Visit 10-05-16 |
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REGULATION INFORMATION
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations No |
Programme Specific Regulations In order to proceed to dissertation or work-based study (EVP7026), students must pass all taught modules, or proceed ‘at risk’ |
Students with protected characteristics No barriers to access. |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME
To develop an understanding of the nature, purpose, methods and practice of spatial regeneration; this includes knowledge about the political and governance context of regeneration, its impact on individuals and communities, often in a multicultural environment, and the techniques of policy analysis and project-making;
To understand the processes of change in the built environment and the relationships between the social, economic, environmental and physical factors associated with the development of the built environment;
To develop and put into practice key regeneration-related skills, including the ability to manage the regeneration of urban environments, to mediate between competing development interests, to produce strategies, policies and plans and to communicate processes and outcomes;
To provide opportunities to practice and strengthen competencies in key skills such as numeracy, literacy, use of ICT, problem solving, team work and aspects of urban design;
To develop awareness of the value dimension of regeneration activity and the ethical responsibilities of those involved in regeneration and mediation;
To develop the ability to undertake a substantial piece of specialist independent research; and
To display the range of design competencies required for professional recognition by the Royal Town Planning Institute and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Plan, conduct research, and report upon spatial regeneration issues. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, seminars, project work (group and individual), field trips, one-to-one supervision of dissertation or work-based study. Methods of Assessment Examinations, essays, small group project work, individual project work, oral presentations, dissertation or work-based study. |
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Exercise spatial literacy through skills in Geographical Information Systems, spatial mapping of socio-economic data, data categorisation, design and evaluation. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, seminars, individual project work, one-to-one supervision of dissertation or work-based study. Methods of Assessment Individual and group project work, dissertation or work-based study. |
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Carry out and critically evaluate property valuation exercises. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, field trip. Methods of Assessment Essay. |
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Synthesise academic and policy relevant literature when engaged in project applications of planning practice. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, seminars, project work (group and individual), field trips, one-to-one supervision of dissertation or work-based study. Methods of Assessment Examinations, essays, small group project work, individual project work, oral presentations, dissertation or work-based study. |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Define and articulate problems, identify potential solutions and communicate these in a clear manner. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, seminars, project work (group and individual), field trips, one-to-one supervision of dissertation or work-based study. Methods of Assessment Examinations, essays, small group project work, individual project work, oral presentations, dissertation or work-based study. |
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Effectively use oral, written and graphic modes of communication that speak to both specialist and non-specialist audiences. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, seminars, project work (group and individual), field trips, one-to-one supervision of dissertation or work-based study. Methods of Assessment Examinations, essays, small group project work, individual project work, oral presentations, dissertation or work-based study. |
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Operate as a member of a team in work based situations. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Project work (group and individual), field trips. Methods of Assessment Small group project work, oral presentations. |
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Demonstrate independent judgement and personal responsibility, linked to an appreciation for ethical behaviour, when involved in professional activities. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, seminars, project work (group and individual), field trips, one-to-one supervision of dissertation or work-based study. Methods of Assessment Examinations, essays, small group project work, individual project work, oral presentations, dissertation or work-based study. |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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The nature, purpose, methods and practice of spatial regeneration. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, seminars, project work (group and individual), field trips, one-to-one supervision of dissertation or work-based study. Methods of Assessment Examinations, essays, small group project work, individual project work, oral presentations, dissertation or work-based study. |
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Processes of change in the built environment and the relationships between the social, economic, environmental and physical factors associated with the development of the built environment. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, seminars, project work (group and individual), field trips, one-to-one supervision of dissertation or work-based study. Methods of Assessment Examinations, essays, small group project work, individual project work, oral presentations, dissertation or work-based study. |
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The political and governance context of spatial regeneration and its impact on individuals and communities. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, seminars, project work (group and individual), field trips, one-to-one supervision of dissertation or work-based study. Methods of Assessment Examinations, essays, small group project work, individual project work, oral presentations, dissertation or work-based study. |
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The value dimension of regeneration activity and the ethical responsibilities of those involved in regeneration. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, seminars, project work (group and individual), field trips, one-to-one supervision of dissertation or work-based study. Methods of Assessment Examinations, essays, small group project work, individual project work, oral presentations, dissertation or work-based study. |
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Sustainable development issues within the overall context of place making. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, seminars, project work (group and individual), field trips, one-to-one supervision of dissertation or work-based study. Methods of Assessment Examinations, essays, small group project work, individual project work, oral presentations, dissertation or work-based study. |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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To apply spatial regeneration knowledge and techniques in real, place-specific projects through production of strategies, policies and plans. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, seminars, project work (group and individual), field trips, one-to-one supervision of dissertation or work-based study. Methods of Assessment Examinations, essays, small group project work, individual project work, oral presentations, dissertation or work-based study. |
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To mediate between competing development interests. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, seminars, project work (group and individual), field trips, one-to-one supervision of dissertation or work-based study. Methods of Assessment Examinations, essays, small group project work, individual project work, oral presentations, dissertation or work-based study. |
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To demonstrate design competency in relation to the analysis of spatial regeneration and the preparation of site-specific regeneration documentation. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures, seminars, project work (group and individual), field trips, one-to-one supervision of dissertation or work-based study. Methods of Assessment Examinations, essays, small group project work, individual project work, oral presentations, dissertation or work-based study. |
MODULE INFORMATION
Programme Requirements
Module Title |
Module Code |
Level/ stage |
Credits |
Availability |
Duration |
Pre-requisite |
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Assessment |
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S1 |
S2 |
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Core |
Option |
Coursework % |
Practical % |
Examination % |
Design and Regeneration |
EVP7020 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Local and Regional Development |
EVP7022 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Approaches to Property Development |
EVP7023 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
50% |
0% |
50% |
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Planning in Contested Space |
EVP7024 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Professional Practice Project in Spatial Regeneration |
EVP7025 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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GIS and Spatial Analysis |
EVP7032 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Dissertation or work-based study |
EVP7026 |
7 |
60 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Notes
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