Master in Geography and Spatial Planning
University of LuxembourgProgram Overview
The Master in Geography and Spatial Planning at University of Luxembourg is a Master programme in Architecture & Urban Planning over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of architecture & urban planning. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Master in Geography and Spatial Planning programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Luxembourg and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 5
- Tuition: EUR 200 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 200 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Master in Geography and Spatial Planning programme are prepared for diverse careers in architecture & urban planning:
- Architect
- Urban Planner
- Landscape Designer
- Sustainability Consultant
- Real Estate Developer
- Heritage Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Urban and Spatial Planning Theory and Concepts
- Integrative Spatial Planning and Case Studies
- Introduction to European integration
- Global Environmental Change in the Anthropocene
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Statistics and Econometrics for Geographical Data
- Introduction to Cartography and Geographical Information
- Geographical Information Systems: Analysis and Mapping
- English 1 (optional)
- French 1 (optional)
- European Territorial Trends and Policies
- Territorial Governance and Policy Analysis
- Quantitative Spatial Analysis
- Cartography and GIS
- Projects and Practice
- Research Methods and Seminars
- Geoffrey Caruso - Study Director, Professor of GIS and Spatial Analysis
- Fabian Faller - PhD candidate
- Malte Helfer - Research Associate
- Markus Hesse - Professor of Urban Studies
- Ariane Koenig - Research Associate and Head of University Sustainability Cell
- Rob Krueger - Invited Professor (Worcester Polytechnic Institute (MA, USA))
- Annick Leick - PhD candidate
- Cyrille Médard de Chardon - PhD candidate
- Birte Nienaber - Professor of Political Geography
- Kerry Pearce - GIS Specialist
- Mirjam Schindler - PhD candidate
- Christian Schulz - Professor of Environmental Economic Geography
- Norman Teferle - Professor of Geophysics
- Kai Böhme - Spatial Foresight (LU)
- David Dabin - Federal Police Belgium (BE)
- Romain Diederich - Ministry of Sustainable Development and Infrastructures (LU)
- Nicolas Dendoncker - University of Namur (BE)
- Thiemo W. Eser - Ministry of Sustainable Development and Infrastructures (LU)
- Brian Field - European Investment Bank (LU)
- Matthew Kahn - English Teacher (LU)
- Olivier Klein - Public Research Centre CEPS/INSTEAD (LU)
- Dominique Peeters - Université catholique de Louvain (BE)
- Pascal Parrottino - French Teacher (FR)
- Jean-Claude Sinner - Ministry of Sustainable Development and Infrastructures (LU)
- Christophe Sohn - Public Research Centre CEPS/INSTEAD (LU)
- Sabine Stölb - Ministry of Sustainable Development and Infrastructures (LU)
- Isabelle Thomas - Université catholique de Louvain (BE)
- Dan Zachary - Public Research Centre Henri Tudor (LU)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
This Masters course is open to students with a Bachelors degree or equivalent (at least three years of higher education in accordance with the Bologna prerequisites) in human geography or spatial planning who are looking for additional training in the realm of spatial analysis as well as European and cross-border issues. Students from related disciplines such as architecture, urban studies, regional economics, urban sociology, anthropology etc. are encouraged to apply and may be accepted on demonstration of sufficient knowledge in the relevant fields.
Main criteria for selection
- Wide theoretical, conceptual and methodological knowledge in the field of spatial analysis and development.
- Proven interest in high level academic research.
- Very good knowledge of English (written and spoken). Sufficient knowledge of at least one of the two other teaching languages (French/German) is considered as an advantage.
- Practical experience in international/European research contexts (e.g. internships, BA theses) will be considered as an advantage.
English Proficiency: IELTS 5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 200 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 200 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 200 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 200 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Luxembourg directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Luxembourg
University of Luxembourg
Luxembourg, Luxembourg
TheUniversity of Luxembourg(French:Université du Luxembourg;German:Universität Luxemburg;Luxembourgish:Universitéit Lëtzebuerg) is apublicresearch universityinEsch-sur-AlzetteandLuxembourg City,...
University Profile- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
