Urban Planning and Post-War Reconstruction Master's

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About the Program:

A multidisciplinary program that combines economics, spatial planning, history, and anthropology. At the same time, students learn primarily a research mindset and teamwork

The program focuses on working with practical cases (for example, in the urban economics course, students work on plans for the economic recovery of cities)

The program has a powerful managerial component, because a city is the longest-lasting, largest, and most stable project in human history

Studying on the program provides an opportunity to join in the development of KSE campuses

At the end of the program, graduates become managers with skills in working with cities and local governments, donors, and communities within cities

Key Skills of a Graduate:

Acquired skills in project management, strategizing, and teamwork

Learned to work with planning tools and GIS systems

Gained experience working with practitioners who are already changing our cities and with visionaries who dream of the cities of the future.

Acquired skills in using digital platforms for urban projects and experience in implementing research projects

Learned how to conduct qualitative and quantitative research for cities

Learned to identify and solve complex tasks and problems in the field of urban development

Learned how to consult or manage a team or develop a customized strategic plan for municipal authorities

Build effective cooperation between different stakeholders for sustainable urban development

Working with reconstruction and post-war rebuilding

Tetyana Vodotyka — Academic Director of the Master's Program in "Urban Studies and Postwar Reconstruction"

"The city existed before us and will continue to exist after us.
It is the longest-running project in human history. But we have a unique opportunity to change it. To repair where there are cracks, to heal where there are wounds of war, to provide a safe space for development, and to preserve the past."

Career Options

City managers
Analysts, advisors, functionaries in city councils
Invited experts at local governments

Managers in the field of reconstruction of Ukraine
Head of specialized projects
Urban professionals who can become leaders of change in cities

Internships in leading companies and world-class organizations

Language

The program is taught primarily in English
The recommended level of English is B2

During their studies, students learn English to bring their level to the level required to complete the program.

Learning Format

The program provides offline learning at the KSE campus in Kyiv

Classes are held in the evening, 3-4 days a week from 18:30 to 21:20
Some classes are held online with invited foreign lecturers

Value-based education

The program focuses on developing not only hard and soft skills, but above all, values. Value-based education encourages graduates to challenge traditions, dream big, build visions, and structure the future. Graduates will learn to identify and solve complex problems and challenges in urban development, develop a strategic plan commissioned by the city authorities, and present research results convincingly, both orally and in the form of a written report and data visualization. These skills and values are critical for graduates who want to become effective leaders in their chosen field

Students of the program have the opportunity to contribute to the development of KSE campuses and the spaces around them

The KSE infrastructure is being actively developed. Students of the "Urbanism and Postwar Reconstruction" program are actively involved in planning spaces around campuses

Students of the program gain experience in space planning, designing it so that it is comfortable not only for campus visitors but also for the entire urban community

Map of the space around one of the KSE campuses

Alina Goncharenko

Student of the Urban Studies and Postwar Reconstruction program

I like the curriculum because it combines many specialized disciplines that are difficult to find separately, even without integration into one course.
It provides a comprehensive view of urbanism and urban planning - from philosophical aspects to economic policies.
What is very valuable is that the program is unique in its approach - it is designed around both global practices and the current context of Ukraine and its reconstruction.
All of the lecturers have extensive experience in their respective fields, and their expertise is beyond doubt.
I would also like to note the dynamic approach to improving the course - the curators constantly analyze student feedback and improve the program in accordance with the recommendations

Ангеліна Татарікова

Student of the Urban Studies and Postwar Reconstruction program

It is the best program for those who want to comprehensively understand cities and learn how to manage urban needs, because each discipline complements a comprehensive understanding of the city and provides practical skills for work.
It's cool that you can combine work and get a quality education at the same time.Moreover, the program's teachers are those who sincerely want you to understand the material and learn how to use it in practice.
Instead of scary exams, group practical projects and individual essays prevail, so you create a portfolio to launch your career.
But if you don't share the value of academic integrity in the slightest, it's better to give up this program and KSE in general

Ілля Ткаченко

Student of the Urban Studies and Postwar Reconstruction program

For me, the main value of the program is a unique opportunity to interact with professionals in the field of urbanism and urban development on a regular basis. This is not just learning, but real networking: industry leaders become mentors, and we, the students, get access to live cases and current issues that the country is working on.

I especially appreciate the openness of the KSE management and the program - they do not just support students' ideas, but create a platform for them to implement them. There is a great emphasis on community: both in the curriculum itself and in the university environment. We don't just talk about participation, we learn how to implement it.

And most importantly, this is a place for those who want to change cities through innovation. If you have ideas, they will be helped to find a way to implement them

What is the cost of studying on the "Urban Studies and Post-War Reconstruction" program?
Start of studies in September 2025

● 11,250 UAH per month
● Total cost 225,000 UAH
Possibility of financial support
How to apply to KSE?
● Register and take the "ЄВІ" and the "ЄФВВ"
● Register an electronic account of the applicant from July 1
● Apply for admission to KSE from August 08 to August 25 (18:00) through the electronic account of the applicant
● Submit documents to KSE online
● Become a KSE student

* To enter the programs “Business and Finance Economics” and “Bioinformatics and Biomedical Data Analysis”, in addition to the "ЄВІ" and "ЄФВВ", you must also pass a professional test
If you are applying to the second (master's) level on the basis of a bachelor's degree and already have a master's (or specialist) degree, you can choose to either submit the result(s) of the "ЄВІ" and/or the "ЄФВВ", or pass the relevant interview(s) and/or professional exam
"ЄВІ" / "ЄФВВ" calendar
Main session:
1. Registration: from May 2 to May 23 (at the admission office of the higher education institution)
2. Invitation: until June 12
3. Testing dates: from June 21 to July 12
4. Results: by July 18

Additional session (for those who could not register during the main session):
1. Registration: from June 16 to June 17 (at the admission office of the higher education institution)
2. Invitations: until July 26
3. Testing dates: from July 29 to August 18
4. Results: by August 22
What documents do I need to prepare for admission?
● Passport of a citizen of Ukraine
Identification code
Diploma of previous education
● Number of the "ЄВІ" certificate
● Motivation letter
For privileged categories: details of documents certifying the grounds for special conditions for participation in the admission campaign (if any)
For men: - Under 25: a certificate of registration with a military enlistment office, a military registration document or an extract from the Reserve+.
- After 25 years: a military registration document or an extract from the Reserve+.
Documents can be submitted to KSE online from August 26 to September 05 (18:00)
* for the budget and contract for applications with priority
Learning in English - do you need a certificate?
No, we do not require an English language certificate to study with us. However, the recommended level of English is B2, as we use a lot of English-language literature and some courses are taught by foreign teachers.

You will have additional professional English classes to help you improve your language skills and feel confident while studying
Is there a state-funded form of studying for a master's degree?
For example, such programs as "Economic Analysis", "Social Psychology", "Urban Studies and Postwar Reconstruction", and "Public Policy and Governance" have a state-funded form of education.
The licensed number of state-funded places can be found in the KSE Admission Rules for 2025.
How to get a grant?
1. Select a grant category: Academic grant, Financial aid, Come back home
2. Prepare the necessary documents, certificates confirming the category for which you want to receive a grant
3. Fill out the form on the KSE website, upload copies of documents and successfully pass the motivation test
4. Send a motivation letter, the requirements for which will be sent to your e-mail
! Please note that the time for sending a motivation letter is limited (2 days from the date of receipt of the requirements)
5. Pass an interview with the grant committee
6. Receive a grant confirmation letter by e-mail

For more information about the grant regulations and available types of grants, please follow the link – https://university.kse.ua/en/grants
What is the training format?
The learning format is mixed: combines online and offline classes
Classes are held in the evening, approximately from 18:00 to 21:00
The number of classes per week and the proportion between online and offline learning depend on the specific master's program
Can I transfer from another university?
Yes, it is possible to transfer to KSE from another university
To do this, you need to provide a transcript with a list of courses you have already completed
Our academic department will analyze the academic difference and inform you if there is a possibility of re-entry and to which course
What is the entrance score to study at KSE?
The minimum competitive score for admission to the master's program is 140
Are KSE master's programs accredited?
You can check the licenses for our programs in the registry – https://registry.edbo.gov.ua/university/3924/specialities/

Urban Planning and Post-War Reconstruction — for those who want to participate in the restoration and development of Ukrainian cities and their spaces

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About the Program:

Key Skills of a Graduate:

Tetyana Vodotyka — Academic Director of the Master's Program in "Urban Studies and Postwar Reconstruction"

Career Options

Language

Learning Format

Value-based education

Students of the program have the opportunity to contribute to the development of KSE campuses and the spaces around them

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Grants and Scholarships are Available for Students of this Program

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