The BSc (Hons) Sustainable Urban Planning programme offers students a unique opportunity to advance their careers through personal and professional development. This Workplace Learning programme, which follows the same format as a Graduate Apprenticeship, is designed to enhance town planning and management competence focusing on enhancing employability prospects by equipping learners with practical skills and knowledge.
This degree is tailored for those already working within relevant environments, providing the town planning expertise needed to effectively and efficiently manage their roles. The curriculum builds on specialised skills and knowledge students have developed during their employment, offering a seamless integration of academic learning with real-world application.
With forward-looking core modules across the programme, graduates are prepared to tackle contemporary planning challenges. The programme emphasises employability, industry engagement, and a pathway to professional accreditation, making it the ideal choice for shaping sustainable, vibrant communities and advancing your career.
September 2026
Paisley Campus
High Street,
Paisley,
Renfrewshire,
PA1 2BE, Scotland, United Kingdom
The standard entry requirements include Scottish Highers with grades BCCC (90 UCAS Tariff points), plus National 5 English and Maths at Grade C or above. The minimum entry requirements are Scottish Highers with grades CCC (63 UCAS Tariff points), plus National 5 English and Maths at Grade C or above. Alternative minimum entry requirements include Scottish Highers with grades CC (42 UCAS Tariff points), plus National 5 English and Maths at Grade C or above, together with successful completion of the UWS Foundation Academy, a Foundation Apprenticeship, the UWS Next Steps to University module, Top-Up, or LEAPS. Applicants may also be considered with A Levels at grades CCD (88 UCAS Tariff points), plus GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/5 or above; a full T Level with a Pass grade (A–C) (96 UCAS Tariff points), plus GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/5 or above; the Irish Leaving Certificate with grades H3H3H3H4, plus Maths and English at Ordinary Level; a Foundation Apprenticeship or Modern Apprenticeship; or an HNC/HND qualification, with the level of entry and any credit awarded subject to the content of the programme.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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