Well-planned infrastructure forms the backbone of society, encompassing public and private investments in transport, water, flood defences, social infrastructure, telecommunications, broadband, energy and nature based solutions. As cities, regions, and nations face unprecedented economic, environmental and social challenges, all sectors must rethink their practices and develop relevant, efficient, sustainable and resilient infrastructure. The Infrastructure Planning, Appraisal and Development MSc equips you to plan, appraise and develop large-scale, complex infrastructure programmes that address global challenges.
You will gain many industry specific and transferable skills required to build your career in infrastructure appraisal and development. These include:
Tools and methods for stakeholder analysis, participation and engagement
Environmental impact assessment and management, life cycle analysis, strategic environmental appraisal and bio-diversity net gain.
Risk analysis and management
International business case development via the HMT’s 5-case model
Project appraisal and evaluation, optioneering,
Cost-benefit analysis and multi criteria decision making, natural Capital approaches.
Policy analysis, scenario planning and strategic planning
Methods and tools for infrastructure funding and financing
Laws, legislation and consenting processes for Infrastructure Planning
Consultancy project planning, client liaison, and report writing
95% of master’s graduates from The Bartlett School of Planning are in employment or further study within 15 months of further study.