This programme focuses on planning as it engages with economic and property development processes, from the local to the global level. Its flexible approach allows students to concentrate on aspects of development planning relevant to their own interests and career aspirations (e.g. strategic, economic, environment, regeneration or rural). The vibrant learning environment provides opportunities to go on field trips, engage with local communities and work with industry partners.

Reading has an excellent reputation with the planning profession in both the private and public sectors. Our postgraduates tend to be sought after by employers and many find employment before graduating. Our alumni association, The Reading Real Estate Foundation, organise career development and recruitment events for our students throughout the year. These include an evening lectures series with key industry speakers, an annual Careers Fair and our highly successful Mentoring Programme which pairs students with professionals in the industry. We have a professional Careers Development Advisor, Jane Batchelor, who helps our students with every aspect of the career development process, including identifying work placement, internships and permanent career opportunities.