Master of Philosophy in Land Economy at University of Cambridge

This is a thesis-only MPhil and the Department will not admit students to it unless it can be satisfied that they have the necessary research skills, together with a clear vision of their topic and a good grasp of the appropriate methodology to explore it. Further details are given on the course page on the Department of Land Economy website. MPhil courses offered by the Department of Land Economy share common aims: Enable students of high calibre to pursue their education at an advanced applied level drawing on the primary disciplines of economics, planning and environmental policy, with additional specialisms in finance and law.

Faculty: School of the Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Department: Department of Land Economy  |  Duration: 12 months full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: October 2027  |  Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research skills: the ability to locate, utilise and organise a wide range of materials independently, on paper and electronically. Thesis / Dissertation A thesis of 30,000 words and an oral examination.

Career pathways

Equip students with the necessary skills to pursue careers at a high level in a range of areas, including business and finance, civil service, public service, property professions, environmental agencies and organisations, national and international agencies and further study.

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