MPhil in Environmental Policy

Length and dates of course:
10 months, October - July
Application deadline:
15 March
Academic requirement:
A first class degree or very high 2:1 or equivalent from a reputable academic institution
English language requirement: See table of specific scores needed for this course
Course code: LEM2

Successful environmental policy depends on the ability of its makers to bring together scientific information, analytical thinking and an awareness of the legal, social and political realities of environmental regulation. This course has been designed to provide an intensive training in the relevant economic and legal concepts and techniques to equip you with the tools that will help you successfully design, implement and assess environmental policy in a variety of policy settings. Candidates study a total of eight modules, some of which are compulsory, and submit a 12,000 word dissertation. The modules offered are confirmed on an annual basis but may include: Research methods Environmental economics Environmental law Climate change policy Urban and environmental planning Rural environment Environmental policy assessment and evaluation Institutions and development Housing and regeneration Spatial economics Real estate securities, securitisation and investment Private real estate investment: risk and return The course is Royal Institution of Chartered Suryeyors (RICS) accredited.
Further Information is available from the Department's website. Further information
Department of Land Economy Continuation to the PhD degree Approval of an application to continue to the PhD degree will depend on three criteria: Availability of a supervisor The approval by the Degree Committee of a research proposal The achievement of a minimum of 67% in the MPhil examination Fees and Costs Graduate Course Costs

Additional costs:
The course may include optional fieldtrips and text materials: you are strongly advised to make additional financial provision of up-to £1000. Notes on Application
A complete application for this course will depend on whether you are a continuing student or a new admission. Please see the relevant box below.

Continuing students must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
one academic reference statement of interests and rationale for wishing to take this course academic transcript (if applicable)
You are a continuing student if you have previously been admitted to a graduate course by the Board of Graduate Studies (or by the Institute of Continuing Education, for an MSt degree), and became a matriculated student on that course.
How To Apply New applicants for admission must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
two academic references transcripts or degree certificates English Language Score Report (if English is not your first language) personal reference - ONLY if you wish to be considered for funding from the GATES CAMBRIDGE TRUST. (See Personal reference for the Gates Cambridge Trust for further information) outline of interests and rationale for wishing to take this course (one or two pages)
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MPhil in Planning, Growth and Regeneration

Length and dates of course:
10 months, October - July
Application deadline:
15 March
Academic requirement:
A first class degree or very high 2:1 or equivalent from a reputable academic institution
English language requirement: See table of specific scores needed for this course
Course code: LEM3

In the UK moves to devolve government and decision-making to the regional and local levels are generating an increased requirement for well-trained professionals who are capable of providing the knowledge and analytical skills required. Across Europe increased economic and monetary union is emphasising the need for Member States to consider how those involved in urban and regional government can tackle the spatial disparities in economic growth and development that have been such an entrenched feature of the last 20 years. In the Far East and North America a similar level of interest is being shown in how governments can best ensure more geographical balance in development. The design and implementation of spatial policies to manage the process of growth requires professionals with a multidisciplinary skill base and an international perspective on best practice. This course is therefore designed to equip you with the analytical skills required to: Understand the factors that lead to variations in regional growth and development and to understand the consequences of regional imbalance Assess the scope for policy intervention to manage regional growth Design efficient and effective policies to manage growth at the regional level Understand how best to implement growth and regeneration policies Evaluate policy achievement and monitor and assess the effectiveness of policy initiatives The course emphasises the importance of adopting a multidisciplinary approach both to understanding the nature of growth and regeneration problems as well as creating successful policy solutions. Candidates study a total of eight modules, some of which are compulsory, and submit a 12,000 word dissertation. The modules offered are confirmed on an annual basis but may include: Research methods Urban and environmental planning Spatial economics Public policy and regeneration Housing and regeneration Environmental economics and policy Environmental law and regulation Rural environment Institutions and development Real estate securities, securitisation and investment Real estate development Private real estate investment: risk and return. The course is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI). Further Information is available from the Department's website. Further information
Department of Land Economy Continuation to the PhD degree Approval of an application to continue to the PhD degree will depend on three criteria: Availability of a supervisor The approval by the Degree Committee of a research proposal The achievement of a minimum of 67% in the MPhil examination Fees and Costs Graduate Course Costs

Additional costs:
The course may include optional fieldtrips and text materials: you are strongly advised to make additional financial provision of up-to £1000.
Notes on Application
A complete application for this course will depend on whether you are a continuing student or a new admission. Please see the relevant box below.

Continuing students must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
one academic reference statement of interests and rationale for wishing to take this course academic transcript (if applicable)
You are a continuing student if you have previously been admitted to a graduate course by the Board of Graduate Studies (or by the Institute of Continuing Education, for an MSt degree), and became a matriculated student on that course.
How To Apply New applicants for admission must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
two academic references transcripts or degree certificates English Language Score Report (if English is not your first language) personal reference - ONLY if you wish to be considered for funding from the GATES CAMBRIDGE TRUST. (See Personal reference for the Gates Cambridge Trust for further information) outline of interests and rationale for wishing to take this course (one or two pages)
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MPhil in Real Estate Finance

Length and dates of course:
10 months, October - July but with compulsory pre-sessional week at the end of September
Application deadline:
15 March
Academic requirement:
A first class degree or very high 2:1 or equivalent from a reputable academic institution
English language requirement: See table of specific scores needed for this course
Course code: LEM4

This specialist course aims to provide you with training in the key areas of finance and economics with options in planning and law as they relate to real estate markets. It involves case studies and field trips.

Candidates study a total of eight modules, some of which are compulsory, and submit a 12,000 word dissertation. The modules offered are confirmed on an annual basis but may include: Research methods Real estate development Real estate securities, securitisation and investment Private Real Estate Investment: risk and return Real estate project modelling and decision methods Environmental economics Environmental law and regulation Urban and environmental planning Public policy and regeneration Legal issues in land use and finance Spatial economics
The course is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Further information
Department of Land Economy Continuation to the PhD degree Approval of an application to continue to the PhD degree will depend on three criteria: Availability of a supervisor The approval by the Degree Committee of a research proposal The achievement of a minimum of 67% in the MPhil examination Fees and Costs Graduate Course Costs

Notes on Application
A complete application for this course will depend on whether you are a continuing student or a new admission. Please see the relevant box below.

Continuing students must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
one academic reference statement of interests and rationale for wishing to take this course academic transcript (if applicable)
You are a continuing student if you have previously been admitted to a graduate course by the Board of Graduate Studies (or by the Institute of Continuing Education, for an MSt degree), and became a matriculated student on that course.
How To Apply New applicants for admission must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
two academic references transcripts or degree certificates English Language Score Report (if English is not your first language) personal reference - ONLY if you wish to be considered for funding from the GATES CAMBRIDGE TRUST. (See Personal reference for the Gates Cambridge Trust for further information) outline of interests and rationale for wishing to take this course (one or two pages)
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MPhil Land Economy Research

Length and dates of course:
10 months, October - July
Application deadline:
15 March
Academic requirement:
A first class degree or very high 2:1 or equivalent from a reputable academic institution
English language requirement: See table of specific scores needed for this course
Course code: LEM6

This course combines taught elements and research methods training with a significant level of independent research. Students admitted to this course will be those who have a strong background in Land Economy related subjects and who may already have some research experience. They will normally be those aspiring to and who have good prospects of proceeding to the PhD prior to an academic career. Candidates study two modules chosen from a list of options taught by the Department of Land Economy. They are also required to attend the Social Sciences Research Methods Centre (SSRMC) Training programme (formerly JSSS), which is compulsory, and to complete a 20,000 word dissertation, supervised by one of the academic staff within the department. The dissertation will review the literature and develop research hypotheses, and possibly involve some preliminary data collection and analysis. The SSRMC programme is described on their website. Candidates must take six SSRMC core modules and undertake a research methods essay as part of this programme. It is anticipated that the research training provided by the SSRMC plus the dissertation (20,000 words) and the choice of specialised modules from the other Land Economy MPhils will provide the necessary and sufficient background for commencing PhD research. Further information
Department of Land Economy
Social Sciences Research Methods Centre Continuation to the PhD degree Approval of an application to continue to the PhD degree will depend on three criteria: Availability of a supervisor The approval by the Degree Committee of a research proposal The achievement of a minimum of 67% in the MPhil examination Fees and Costs Graduate Course Costs

Notes on Application
A complete application for this course will depend on whether you are a continuing student or a new admission. Please see the relevant box below.

Continuing students must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
one academic reference research proposal academic transcript (if applicable)
You are a continuing student if you have previously been admitted to a graduate course by the Board of Graduate Studies (or by the Institute of Continuing Education, for an MSt degree), and became a matriculated student on that course.
How To Apply New applicants for admission must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
two academic references transcripts or degree certificates English Language Score Report (if English is not your first language) personal reference - ONLY if you wish to be considered for funding from the GATES CAMBRIDGE TRUST. (See Personal reference for the Gates Cambridge Trust for further information) outline of proposed research topic, indicating: background and aims of the research; methodology and data to be applied (if relevant); analysis to be adopted; possible conclusions to be reached (2-3 pages)
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MSt in Sustainability Leadership

MSt in Sustainability Leadership

MPhil in Land Economy (by thesis)

Length and dates of course:
One year from October
Application deadline:
15 March
Academic requirement:
A first class degree or very high 2:1 or equivalent from a reputable academic institution
English language requirement: See table of specific scores needed for this course
Course code: LEM5

This is a thesis-only MPhil and the Department will not admit students to it unless it can be satisfied that they have the necessary research skills, together with a clear vision of their topic and a good grasp of the appropriate methodology to explore it. Further details are given on our website. Further information
Department of Land Economy Continuation to the PhD degree Approval of an application to continue to the PhD degree will depend on three criteria: Availability of a supervisor The approval by the Degree Committee of a research proposal The achievement of a minimum of 67% in the MPhil examination Fees and Costs Graduate Course Costs
Funding Details Further details
Postgraduate funding Notes on Application
A complete application for this course will depend on whether you are a continuing student or a new admission. Please see the relevant box below.

Continuing students must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
one academic reference research proposal academic transcript (if applicable)
You are a continuing student if you have previously been admitted to a graduate course by the Board of Graduate Studies (or by the Institute of Continuing Education, for an MSt degree), and became a matriculated student on that course.
How To Apply New applicants for admission must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
two academic references transcripts or degree certificates English Language Score Report (if English is not your first language) personal reference - ONLY if you wish to be considered for funding from the GATES CAMBRIDGE TRUST. (See Personal reference for the Gates Cambridge Trust for further information) outline of the proposed research topic, indicating: background and aims of the research; methodology and data to be applied (if relevant); analysis to be adopted; possible conclusions to be reached (two or three pages)
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PhD in Land Economy

Length and dates of course:
3 years
Application deadline:
30 June, 30 September, 31 December for starts in October, January and April respectively
Academic requirement:
A first class degree or very high 2:1 or equivalent from a reputable academic institution. In addition, candidates for the PhD will usually be expected first to complete a Masters qualification.
English language requirement: See table of specific scores needed for this course
Course code: LELE21
Fee rate: Arts

Land Economy offers a full-time PhD programme. The Department currently has over 70 PhD students at different stages of the programme, working in a range of areas. Further information is given on the Department's website. Further information
Department of Land Economy Fees and Costs Graduate Course Costs
Funding Details Further details
Postgraduate funding Notes on Application
A complete application for this course will depend on whether you are a continuing student or a new admission. Please see the relevant box below.

Continuing students must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
one academic reference research proposal academic transcript (if applicable)
You are a continuing student if you have previously been admitted to a graduate course by the Board of Graduate Studies (or by the Institute of Continuing Education, for an MSt degree), and became a matriculated student on that course.
How To Apply New applicants for admission must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
two academic references transcripts or degree certificates English Language Score Report (if English is not your first language) personal reference - ONLY if you wish to be considered for funding from the GATES CAMBRIDGE TRUST. (See Personal reference for the Gates Cambridge Trust for further information) full outline of the proposed research topic, indicating: background and aims of the research; methodology and data to be applied (if relevant); analysis to be adopted; possible conclusions to be reached (3-4 pages)
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