Formation continue en Aménagement du territoire
University of Luxembourg
Information last verified July 2026
Program Overview
Provides practical and legal foundations of planning, enables the acquisition of basic knowledge in the fields of ecology, architecture and town planning, as well as in other neighbouring sectors. It also provides a better general understanding of land use and its links with sectoral planning, with regard to, among other things, transport, shops, natural environments, town planning, etc.
Career Opportunities
Learning outcomes Practical and legal foundations of planning, basic knowledge in the fields of ecology, architecture and town planning. A better general understanding of land use and its links with sectoral planning. Acquire an additional qualification aimed at facilitating the preparation of preparatory studies, General Development Plans (PAG, from ‘Plans d’Aménagement Général’) and Master Plans (PD, from ‘Plans Directeurs’ ). More info Download the flyer Objectives Gain knowledge in several areas Basic principles of sustainable and integrated spatial planning strategies; current facts and trends in spatial development. Urban and architectural quality assurance Ecological fundamentals and spatial issues Databases Bases juridiques de l’aménagement du territoire (Grand-Duché, Grande Région, Europe) Legal foundations for spatial planning (Grand Duchy, Greater Region, Europe) Planning and governance General Development Plans (PAG) / Master Plans (PD): process Plans d’aménagement particuliers (PAP) / Schémas directeurs Specific Development Plans (PAP) / Master Plans Methods for the production, processing and visualisation of spatial data Animation and mediation techniques for planning processes Learning Outcomes Familiarise with the legal requirements concerning municipal planning and urban development In particular on the amended law of 19 July 2004 on municipal planning and urban development. Participants acquire an additional qualification aimed at facilitating the preparation of preparatory studies, General Development Plans (PAG, from ‘Plans d’Aménagement Général’) and Master Plans (PD, from ‘Plans Directeurs’ ). The programme addresses the issue of the impact of these planning instruments on Particular Development Plans (PAP, from ‘Plans d’Aménagement Particulier’). Participants gain practical and legal foundations of planning, the training also enables the acquisition of basic knowledge in the fields of ecology, architecture and town planning, as well as in othe
Program Curriculum
Programme Consists of approximately 150 teaching units (45 minutes per teaching unit). Generally, the courses will take place every Tuesday from 14.00 to 17.15 (90-minute sessions). Some courses are offered as excursions. The languages of instruction are German and French, and a B1 level is required in both languages.Information session on 04.06.2026 at 18:30 in room A.16, Campus Kirchberg and online.Beginning of classes: 15.09.2026 (exceptionally from 08.30-17.15)End of classes: 13.07.2027.The regular classes take place always Tuesday afternoon from 14.00-17.15 Information session Admissions Academic Contents Semestre 1 Semestre 1 Semestre 2 Course offer for Formation continue en aménagement du territoire, Semestre 1 (2026-2027 Winter) FCAT – Modul 1 – Theoretische Grundlagen der Raumplanung ECTS credits: 0 Course code: FCAT-104 Course title: FCAT – Modul 1 – Theoretische Grundlagen der Raumplanung Number of ECTS: 0 Course code: FCAT-104 Module(s): Modul 1 – Theoretische Grundlagen der Raumplanung Language: DE, FR Mandatory: Yes Die Teilnehmer der FCAT sollen die theoretischen Grundlagen der Raumplanung erläutern und anwenden können.Les participants de la FCAT devront être capables d’expliquer les bases théoriques de l’aménagement du territoire et de les mobiliser. Modul 1: Theoretische Grundlagen der Raumplanung – Module 1: Fondements théoriques de l’aménagement du territoireModul 1 bietet eine Einführung in die Theorie der Raumplanung. Es umfasst u.a. die Geschichte der Raumplanung und Stadtentwicklung, eine Einführung in die europäische Raumentwicklungspolitik sowie die Bedeutung der Soziologie in der Raumplanung.Le module 1 propose une introduction à la théorie de l’aménagement du territoire. Il comprend entre autres l’histoire de l’aménagement du territoire et du développement urbain, une introduction à la politique européenne de développement territorial et l’importance de la sociologie dans l’aménagement du territoire.1.01 & 1.02 Einführung in den Kurs (Chr.
Admission Requirements
Admissions To apply for a programme at the University of Luxembourg, candidates must comply with the general eligibility criteria for the chosen programme type and be selected by the study programme based on the quality of their application. The programme at a glance – 0 ECTS Duration: 1 years / 2 sem Teaching languages: GERMAN + FRENCH Admissions: EU: 1 Feb 2026 – 12 Aug 2026 Fees: 200€/ sem. (semester 1,2) Format: Part-time programme Admissions Procedure Specific information for this programme Requirements The target group for the courses are practitioners from public institutions, planning consultancies, associations etc., that are concerned with questions of urban and regional planning in Luxembourg and the Greater Region. In particular Architects, City planners, Geographers etc. (with completed studies) as well as Ingénieurs-Techniciens with professional experience are most welcome.– professional experience in spatial planning (in the broad sense) in the Grande Région– no particular diploma is required (all training, i.e. professional training in the field of administration, engineering, industry, architecture or geography are treated equally) French and GermanPassive knowledge of German and French. A written command of one of these two languages is required (level B1). Selection criteria The number of participants for this course is limited. Once the applications have been uploaded on registration platform of the University of Luxembourg within the requested deadline, they will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, professional experience and motivation. Based on the assessment, the next step is to invite you to take an online language test (French and German), as this is a bilingual course. Share thisshare share email
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
200€/semester
About University of Luxembourg
University of Luxembourg
Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg
The University of Luxembourg is a public research university in Esch-sur-Alzette and Luxembourg City, Luxembourg. It was founded in 2003 and is the only public university in Luxembourg.
University Profile- Application Deadline EU: 1 Feb 2026 – 12 Aug 2026 Fees: 200€/ sem. (semester 1,2) Format: Part-time programme About the p
- Start Date September
- Language French / German
- Duration 1 year
