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Master of Planning

4 semesters

Master of Planning (M.Plan) – Parul University

Develop the skills to plan sustainable cities, improve infrastructure and contribute to urban development across West Africa.

From Abidjan to Dakar, including Cotonou, Lomé and Ouagadougou, West African cities face major challenges related to population growth, housing, traffic congestion, urban infrastructure, environmental risks and access to essential services.

Addressing these challenges requires professionals who can help design more functional, inclusive and resilient urban environments.

The Master of Planning (M.Plan) at Parul University, India, is a 2-year postgraduate programme focused on urban and regional planning, sustainable development, transport systems and territorial management.

Programme Overview

Programme: Master of Planning (M.Plan)
Duration: 2 years
Credits: 180
Seats: 60
Level: Postgraduate
Medium of Instruction: English
University: Parul University
Faculty: Faculty of Architecture and Planning
Location: Vadodara, Gujarat, India

International tuition must be confirmed separately.

Eligibility

Parul University lists the following qualifying degrees:

Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch)
B.Tech in Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Planning (B.Plan)
Postgraduate degree in Geography, Economics or Sociology

Qualifications must be awarded by recognised institutions.

International applicants are subject to academic-record and qualification-equivalence assessment.

What You Will Study

The programme covers areas including:

Urban Planning: Urban development and city organisation
Land-Use Planning: Spatial organisation and land management
Regional Planning: Balanced territorial development
Transportation Planning: Urban mobility and transport systems
Sustainable Development: Environmental and social considerations
Urban Governance: Public policy and municipal management
Environmental Impact Assessment: Assessment of development projects
Disaster Resilience: Planning for environmental and urban risks
Geographic Information Systems (GIS): Spatial analysis and mapping

Planning Better Cities and Regions

The programme introduces several essential aspects of modern planning.

1. Urban Planning

Explore how neighbourhoods, public spaces and urban facilities are planned and organised.

2. Mobility & Infrastructure

Understand the relationship between transportation networks, infrastructure and community needs.

3. Sustainable Development

Learn to consider environmental, social and economic factors in urban-development decisions.

4. Land-Use Management

Explore planning strategies that support more organised urban and regional development.

5. Geographic Information Systems

Use GIS technologies and spatial data to understand territories and support planning decisions.

Practical & Interdisciplinary Learning

Parul University highlights:

Urban-planning projects
Field research
GIS training
Spatial-analysis activities
Practical case studies
Design studios
Projects integrating social, economic and environmental perspectives

These activities help students connect academic knowledge with real-world planning challenges.

Why Can It Be Relevant to West Africa?

Urban-planning expertise can support several development priorities across West Africa.

Housing & Urbanisation: Plan residential areas and support urban growth.

Transportation: Improve mobility planning and infrastructure integration.

Environment: Incorporate flood-risk management and climate considerations into urban projects.

Local Governments: Support municipal planning and public-service development.

Regional Development: Contribute to the spatial distribution of infrastructure and economic activities.

These skills can be applied to urban-development initiatives, territorial planning and projects aimed at improving living conditions.

Career Opportunities

Depending on qualifications, technical skills and experience:

Urban Planner
Regional Planner
Environmental Planner
Transport & Mobility Planner
Urban Development Consultant
Infrastructure Planning Professional
GIS & Spatial Planning Analyst
Urban Policy Analyst
Research Associate in Urban Development

Senior positions such as Urban Planning Director or Infrastructure Planning Manager generally require additional professional experience.

Professional licensing or qualification recognition may also be required for certain roles or public-sector positions.

Tuition Fees & Scholarships

Parul University's official programme page lists:

₹75,000 per year
approximately ₹150,000 over two years, if unchanged.

Accommodation, meals and other university expenses are additional.

Parul University offers several scholarship categories, including merit-based awards. International applicants should confirm their eligibility and the applicable conditions.

NB: Tuition fees may be revised by the university. Please always refer to Access India for the latest fees and official information applicable to your intake.