

- Programme / MQR No.
Master of Urban and Regional Planning : MQA/FA6556
2. Brief Introduction
The Master of Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) is a mixed mode programme offered by the Department of Urban & Regional Planning. In order to qualify for the degree of MURP, a candidate has to accumulate not less than 42 credit hours during the formal period of being a registered student, with a dissertation of 12 Cr. Hrs.
3. Programme Outcome
The programme outcomes of Master of Urban and Regional Planning are as follows:-
o. | Learning Outcome |
1. | Prepare statutory development plans and planning submissions consistent with the requirements of the latest knowledge and state-of-the-art technology |
2. | Undertake development planning studies, feasibility studies and impact assessment studies in relation to land use and built environment with relevant skills |
3. | Facilitate and advise various agencies that include governmental, non-governmental organisations, public and/or private bodies in the development of land in the best interest of the community and responsibility for the environment |
4. | Integrate professional planning practice and demonstrate behavior of high ethical values in line with planning ethics and Codes of Professional Conduct |
5. | Communicate effectively with stakeholders in development projects and exhibit leadership qualities in development projects |
6. | Apply intellectual critical thinking, problem-solving approach and ethical reasoning in appraising and planning cities and regions within the context of sustainable development |
7. | Practice advocacy planning and make representations in any arbitration involving planning and land matters with state-of-the-art technology |
8. | Work individually and in groups with high levels of innovation and entrepreneurship |
9. | Integrate Islamic principles in planning practices and demonstrate Islamic values in professional conduct |
10. | Promote sustainable development through knowledge and skills in the discipline of urban and regional planning |
4. Career Opportunities
Job prospects for Master of Urban and Regional Planning graduates such as lecturers, researchers, consultants, town planners, project managers, executive, and other careers related to the field.
5. Programme Structure
- SEMESTER 1:
MAUP 7110 Planning Theory and Techniques
MAUP 7123 Research Methodology in Urban Studies
MAUP 7132 Spatial Planning and Management
MAUP 7131 Values, Ethics, and Professionalism
MAUP 7141 Regional Economics and Global Trends - SEMESTER 2:
MAUP 7202 Urban Studies and Planning Project
MAUP 7214 Sustainable Urban Mobility and Infrastructure
MAUP 7216 Climate Change, Resilience and Environmental Management
MAUP 7494 Dissertation 1 - SEMESTER 3:
MAUP 7227 Sustainable Community and Governance
MAUP 7495 Dissertation 2
6. Duration of Study
The master program duration is as follows:-
PROG. | TYPE |
MINIMUM DURATION |
MAXIMUM DURATION |
MASTER | FULL TIME | 1 ACADEMIC YEAR, 3 SEMESTER (1 normal semester and 1 short semester) |
2 ACADEMIC YEAR (4 normal semester and 1 short semester) |