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Master of Urban and Regional Planning : MQA/FA6556
2. Brief Introduction
The Master of Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) is a professional coursework 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 66 credit hours during the formal period of being a registered student, with a dissertation of 5 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
The total credit hour for Master of Urban and Regional Planning is 66. The required courses include:-
| University Required Courses (6 Credit Hours) | MAED 7030 : Values, Ethics and Built Environment | MAED 7020: Research Methodology for the Built Environment |
| Kulliyyah Required Courses (60 Credit Hours) | ||
| MAUP 7201 Planning Workshop 2: Spatial Planning and Urban Design | MAUP 7216 Urban Ecosystem and Environmental Management | MAUP 7211 Planning Theory and Techniques |
| MAUP 7217 Planning Legislation and Land Matters | MAUP 7235 Housing and Community Planning | MAUP 7301 Planning Workshop 3: Development and Statutory Plan |
| MAUP 7141 Rural & Regional Planning | MAUP 7136 Regional Economics | MAUP 7114 Transportation and Traffic Management Planning |
| MAUP 7401 Planning Workshop 4: Special Project | MAUP 7492 Dissertation | MAUP 7220 Planning Practice and Governance |
| MAUP 7411 Practical Training (12 weeks) |
6. Duration of Study
The master program duration is as follows:-
| PROG. | TYPE | MINIMUM DURATION | MAXIMUM DURATION |
| MASTER | FULL TIME | 2 ACADEMIC YEAR (4 normal semester and 1 short semester) | 4 ACADEMIC YEAR (8 normal semester and 1 short semester) |
| MASTER | PART TIME | 4 ACADEMIC YEAR (8 normal semester and 1 short semester) | 8 ACADEMIC YEAR (16 normal semester and 1 short semester) |
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