Planning Thesis
Planning Thesis
Thesis semester as the final semester, gives an opportunity to students to put their learning of previous semesters together. In this process, each student is required to undertake a research project of their interest concerning subjects relevant to the field of planning. Through the thesis, students synthesize the knowledge and skills acquired during the learning of various theories and practices throughout the course and apply it for strategy formulation for a live planning challenge.
Each student is allocated individual thesis supervisor(s) who guide him/her through the semester. The thesis is monitored continuously and periodically, through internal marked reviews, to check the consistency of work, the relevance of the analysis with respect to the project scope, and the progress towards logical proposals. The final output is firstly in the form of an extended abstract, which once approved is followed by the submission of a detailed report and drawing/visuals which is presented to an external jury panel consisting of experts from the relevant field.
Thesis Process
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Topic Selection
Students choose research topics of their interest relevant to planning field challenges
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Supervisor Allocation
Individual thesis supervisors are assigned to guide students throughout the semester
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Continuous Monitoring
Regular internal reviews ensure work consistency, relevance, and progress tracking
04
Final Presentation
External jury panel evaluates detailed reports, drawings, and visual presentations
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Learning Outcomes
The thesis work enables students to develop critical research skills, analytical thinking, and practical problem-solving abilities essential for professional planners. Students learn to integrate theoretical knowledge with real-world applications, preparing them for careers in urban planning, environmental management, and regional development.