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A university degree recognized by the ETH at Master's level or an equivalent level of education (including university of applied sciences) and two years of professional experience after graduation in a field related to spatial planning.

All programs are aimed in particular at experts who work in urban, project and real estate development as well as in cantonal and communal administrations on issues and projects relating to spatial development, the design of stakeholder-oriented processes and dealing with possible futures. This includes Swiss and foreign experts and managers who have completed a university education in fields related to spatial development (architecture, geography, engineering, natural sciences, law, humanities, social sciences, etc.) as well as people with professional experience in the field of spatial and project development. Admission to the continuing education programme is open to anyone who holds a Master's degree recognized by the ETH or an equivalent qualification and can provide evidence of two years of professional experience in a field related to spatial planning after graduation. The Head of Studies decides on final admission. Participants must be able to continue their education at an academic level for two years while working and largely independently. Good oral and written German and English language skills are required.

The ETH RAUM platform offers three part-time Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) and one Master of Advanced Studies (MAS). The MAS comprises at least 63 ECTS credits and has a modular structure. It consists of the individual CASs, which can be attended separately. The MAS course lasts between 4 and 12 semesters. A CAS is completed over a period of 6 months. It comprises a total of 5 teaching modules of 5 days each (Mon-Fri) with 15 ECTS credits (approx. 300 contact hours). The change from the CAS programs to the MAS program takes place after the end of the third CAS. In the near future, summer schools will be added to the program.

Methodology

A CAS lasts 6 months. It comprises a 5-day introduction and 5 teaching modules of 5 days each (Mon-Fri) with 15 ECTS credits (approx. 300 contact hours). Each module is completed with a performance assessment. In a Design Studio, the interdisciplinary practical project, participants use the example of a specific case to explore selected methods and approaches in depth and develop tailor-made solutions and options for action. They are supported in this by experts. The CAS is supplemented by individual in-depth study, self-study and excursions. The combination of different forms of learning and didactic methods reflects the diversity of the participants' learning objectives and professional skills. The language of instruction is German. The introduction is a compulsory part of the curriculum, the lectures are optional. The performance assessment of the introductory module only has to be passed once and can be repeated once.

ETH Zurich's continuing education program combines the latest research findings with critical reflection and practical problem-solving skills. This inspires and motivates. The courses offered by the ETH RAUM cluster are provided by professorships and institutes of the Network City and Landscape (NSL) as well as by experts from the Future Cities Laboratories, other universities and, of course, knowledge carriers from the field.

All CASs are completed over a period of 6 months. They comprise a total of 5 teaching modules of 5 days each (Mon-Fri, 9.00-17.15) with 15 ECTS credits (approx. 300 contact hours). Each module is completed with a performance assessment. The time required is approximately 20 full-time equivalents (for the attendance weeks) plus preparation and follow-up work. Finally, MAS graduates write their Master's thesis.

The introductory module introduces students to the basics of formal spatial planning in Switzerland. In self-study as well as in individual lectures, participants are prepared for the examination of the introductory module. The basic legal and administrative framework of spatial planning at all three levels of government (communal land use planning, cantonal structure planning, federal sectoral planning) is taught. This lays a common foundation for the structure of the entire course, which takes into account the different requirements of the participants.

The ETH RAUM continuing education program at ETH Zurich provides a sound interdisciplinary education in the field of spatial development at various scales. Graduates are provided with specialist knowledge and working tools that will enable them to take on important functions in the private and public sectors in the context of their further professional activities in spatially relevant areas. Successful graduates are able to analyze complex spatial problems, taking into account various planning-relevant disciplines, design strategies for sustainable spatial development and formulate recommendations for action for public and private stakeholders. Particular emphasis is placed on aspects of resilience, design and process design as well as their implementation with formal and informal instruments.

ETH Zurich, Hönggerberg; Zurich area

ETH Zurich
Andreas Rupf
Program Director MAS/CAS ETH RAUM
NSL - Network City and Landscape
HIL H 27.1
Stefano-Franscini-Platz 5
8093 Zurich
Phone +41 44 633 05 70
andreas.rupf@ethz.ch

The MAS and all CAS programmes are taught in German. Participants must have a good command of written and spoken German. Some lectures are also held in English.