Spatial Planning
Summary
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
8 semesters
Winter semester
German
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Spatial Planning
What is it about?
Are you interested in a degree program that connects everything–housing, transportation, urban design up to digitalization, and social justice?
Would you like to work in a team on hands-on projects from your first semester while learning new things about space and society?
What appeals to you more: designing vibrant urban neighborhoods, sustainable regions, or climate-resilient landscapes?
Interest sparked?
In this degree program, students work with topics such as:
- interdisciplinary studies with a broad scope
- analyzing and understanding spatial environments
- practice-oriented study projects
- creative designs for future spatial environments
- teamwork and communication skills
Suitable for you?
- creativity
- environmental awareness
- spatial visualization skills
- ability to work in a team
- open to different perspectives
- analyzing
- discussing
- developing creative solutions
- social contexts
- working in a team
What can I expect during my studies?
The program is organized into a series of modules designed to build on one another throughout your studies. Students are encouraged to follow the recommended study plan, which outlines the modules assigned to each semester.
The structure of each module can be reviewed in the module manual. It provides detailed information on all modules offered within the degree program, including course content, examination formats and requirements, as well as requirements for participation.
What’s next after graduation?
I work, e.g.,
- in public service (e.g., city planning department, environmental office, regional administration, ministries)
- in the private sector (e.g., planning office, real estate company, consulting firm, startups for digital planning)
- in municipal companies (e.g., energy supplier, public transport operator, municipal utilities)
- in universities and research institutes
- in associations and NGOs (e.g., chambers of commerce and industry, foundations, nature conservation associations, tenants' associations)
I work as, e.g.,
- spatial planner at the Municipal Office for Urban Development
- climate adaptation manager in an environmental agency
- mobility planner in the Ministry of Transport
- smart city manager in a software company
- urban designer in a planning office
After the Bachelor’s studies, the following consecutive Master’s degree program is offered:
Other programs with related areas of study:
Who can help me?
Departmental Advisory Service
For general questions about degree programs and studying at TU Dortmund University, you can contact the Central Student Advisory Service for support:
E-mail: zsb@tu-dortmund.de
Information hotline for initial inquiries: +49 231 755 2345
What does everyday student life actually look like? And what do students say about their degree program? For a student perspective, you can contact the student representatives (Fachschaft) of the subject.
Important Information
Good to know!
- Semester contribution Summer semester 2026: 321,00 €
- Studierendenwerk Dortmund: Student residences and BAföG
- International Office: Options for going abroad
