Master of Urban and Regional Planning in Environment
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an advanced postgraduate qualification focused on urban and regional planning in relation to the environment. It is recorded at NQF level 9 on the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework, with 320 credits, and is associated with the University of KwaZulu-Natal. The available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2024, so its current availability should be confirmed before considering enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be considered by people seeking advanced study at the intersection of urban and regional planning and environmental concerns, subject to the institution’s admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further development toward work related to urban and regional planning and environmental planning. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career, and no specific related careers are mapped in the available evidence.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Urban and regional planning thinking
- Environmental planning awareness
- Advanced analysis of planning-related issues
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Master of Urban and Regional Planning in Environment
- SAQA ID
- 101028
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 9
- Minimum credits
- 320
- Field
- 12
- Subfield
- Civil Engineering Construction
- Originator
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2024.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is valid.
- Check the institution’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about the applicable assessment arrangements and whether any workplace, research or practical requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, NQF level, credits and study conditions directly with the provider before making a decision.