Planning & Sustainable Development (PG Dip)

The Postgraduate Diploma in Planning & Sustainable Development at University College Cork is an innovative, one-year program that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, methods and practices of urban and regional planning. This program covers topics such as environmental policy and law, sustainability management, land use planning, transport planning and economics. Graduates from this program will be well prepared for careers in private practice, local authorities or consultancy firms where they can make a difference towards developing sustainable cities and regions. They may also pursue further studies leading towards advanced degrees such as Master's programs allowing them to become experts within their chosen field while making meaningful contributions towards sustainable development goals worldwide. With UCC's excellent reputation for research excellence and a strong network of industry partnerships, graduates from this program will have excellent career prospects across multiple sectors with the potential to make an impact on society through their work.