Urban Design, Planning and Development BA (Hons)

Create cities for the future. Explore urban design, planning and development as you find creative and innovative ideas that address the challenges of today’s society.<br/><br/>Our course includes live projects from day 1 to equip you for a career in the industry. You’ll find out what being a working professional is like and gain experience of interpreting a brief, presenting to clients and getting feedback.<br/><br/>By following our project-based modules, you’ll be considering the true impact of your design in the real world. You’ll learn how to masterplan and consider how your proposals impact the development or the regeneration of an area and its environmental, social and economic sustainability. By graduation, you’ll have worked for at least 5 different clients through our live projects and developed a range of skills – even film making.<br/><br/>You’ll get a thorough grounding in theoretical knowledge thanks to the strong research background of our teaching staff. Plus, the portfolio which we help you develop along the course will impress future employers with the opportunities you’ve been engaged with.

An award-winning university experience awaits in Oxford this September... <br/><br/>Oxford Brookes is a top 50 UK university (Times Good University Guide 2025) and a global leader in 23 subject areas (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025). <br/><br/>There's a wide range of undergraduate courses to choose from, and each course offers unique opportunities for growth. Lawyers can practise their defence in mock trials. Accountants and Financiers can gain real-world experience with top employers like Deloitte, Metro Bank, Marriott Hotels, PWC, Chelsea FC, or Apple. And students of Artificial Intelligence can test their skills in Oxford Brookes' very-own custom designed building at the main Headington site. Facilities include digital, computing and robotics labs, and a VR cave.<br/><br/>You'll also be studying in the world's oldest student city! The ultimate blend of stunning architecture, river views and lively nightlife, Oxford is the perfect place to make lifelong memories.<br/><br/>So what are you waiting for? Apply now.