Overview

You will focus on local as well as central levels in both the developed and the developing world. You will be trained to address spatial problems and to tackle complicated situations in an efficient and effective way.

The Development Planning and Infrastructure Management programme from at University of Groningen focuses on theories in the field of planning, for example in planning and management of natural resources.

In addition, you will be trained to handle decision-making processes. Furthermore, this degree will provide you with the skills to improve and develop infrastructure planning and management in the context of urban and regional development.

Job prospects

As a graduate, you can work in governmental agencies, consultancies, and non-profit organizations as an expert in the field of developmental planning and infrastructural management. It is also possible to expand your knowledge as a researcher at a university or other knowledge institute.

During the programme at the University of Groningen we offer support for your career preparation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Planning Analytical Methods

Advanced Planning Theory

Advanced Research Methods

Development Institution and Finance

Elective Courses

Environment and Resource

Planning Studio

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Groningen, Netherlands

Disciplines

Sustainable Development Environmental Management Construction Management View 13 other Masters in Environmental Management in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

For admission at ITB: A minimum GPA of bachelor degree is 3.00 (or equivalent).

English on VWO level

IELTS overall band 6.5, no less than 6.0 on each section

TOEFL internet based:

Overall: 90

Reading: 18

Listening: 18

Speaking: 20

Writing: 21

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

21400 EUR / year

≈ 21400 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

2601 EUR / year

≈ 2601 EUR / year

Living costs

Groningen

Netherlands

750 - 1000 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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