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Department of Urban Studies and Planning

We explore pathways to creating fair, just and sustainable places. Study with us and become part of a new and exciting group of urban professionals and change makers.

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PhD Studentship: Gypsies and Travellers and the Harms of Planning

An exciting research opportunity will contribute to the reframing and re-historicizing of the UK’s contemporary “Traveller problem”.

How communities can help manage urban flooding and water pollution

MAGIC was a 30 month project trialling new ways of managing surface water in our urban areas whilst also making them more healthy places. This new video explores how the project engaged with communities in Hull and East Yorkshire.
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International recognition for MPlan Urban Studies and Planning

The Department of Urban Studies and Planning is delighted to have received accreditation from the Institute of Town Planners, India, for our MPlan undergraduate degree.

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Department of Urban Studies and Planning
The University of Sheffield
Sheffield
S10 2TN

+44 114 222 6900

usp@sheffield.ac.uk

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