Urban studies

Part-time courses

Explore our range of part-time study options in urban and regional studies, including a master’s degree, a doctoral degree, and short courses, for practitioners and researchers, and anyone interested in cities and urban issues worldwide. The courses form part of the Sustainable Urban Development Programme at the University of Oxford, which has been delivering innovative, research-led education for almost two decades.

Designed to be flexible, these courses enable students to combine study with busy lives, and  attracts participants with a wide range of interests or professional experience, including architecture, education, engineering, law, finance and investment analysis, landscape architecture, project management, planning, property development, and surveying.

The programme offers:

• Build your network for personal and professional development. Exchange ideas and build your network of experienced professionals working in a range of urban contexts globally.

• Strong associations with leading organisations, including The King's Foundation and the RICS.

• Become a strong leader equipped to address the challenges of a globally disrupted business environment.

• Access to the latest research and insights will enable you to lead innovation and ensure sustainable cities are part of the solution.

• Gain an international perspective of sustainable urban development.

Our courses