SCP Training Award
Synopsis:

This course will explore the principles of urban planning, with a focus on sustainable development and integrated planning approaches. Drawing from Singapore’s experiences, participants will examine policy frameworks, planning strategies, and innovations in creating sustainable and resilient urban environments.


Topics:

· Principles of urban planning and sustainable development

· Integrated urban planning frameworks
· Smart city initiatives and urban infrastructure
· Sustainable land use and zoning policies
· Case studies on Singapore’s urban planning strategies

Who Should Attend:
  • Mid- to senior-level government officials involved in urban planning, infrastructure projects planning and investments;
  • Nominated by their respective Governments;
  • Proficient in written and spoken English; and
  • In good health.

Eligible Countries/​Territories/​Organisations

Terms of Award
This course is sponsored by the Government of Singapore under the Singapore Cooperation Programme Training Award.

This award typically covers:
Per Diem

Per Diem

Insurance

Insurance

Accommodation

Accommodation

Course Fees

Course Fees

Daily Transfers

Daily Transfers


Application Procedure

Step 1 Invitation. The General Information Brochure will be conveyed to eligible countries/territories/intergovernmental organisations about ten to twelve weeks prior to the commencement of a course. You can also find more information about courses under the SCP on this Website.

Step 2 Application. Interested applicants should be suitably qualified and holding portfolios relevant to the course you are applying for. Please submit your application online before the Closing Date for Nomination. Your application will be sent to your Supervisor and National Focal Point for Technical Assistance for endorsement.

Step 3 Confirmation. Successful applicants will receive a Conditional Letter of Acceptance via email. Please access the enclosed link to accept our invitation to participate in the course and submit any required supporting documents. Please ensure that (a) your passport or travel document is valid for at least six months from the date of your scheduled arrival in Singapore; (b) you have a valid entry visa for Singapore and relevant transit visas for your travel, if required and (c) a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate for travellers currently residing or with recent travel to countries with risk of yellow fever transmission in the past six days prior to arrival in Singapore. This requirement also applies to travellers who spent more than 12 hours in airport transit in these countries with risk of yellow fever transmission. To ensure your yellow fever vaccination certificate is valid upon arrival in Singapore, please get vaccinated at least two weeks before your travel date. Please refer to ICA’s website here for more details. Please also bring a copy of the Conditional Letter of Acceptance to Singapore to facilitate airport clearance.


In Partnership With
Nanyang Technological University
Nanyang Technological University
Education, Leadership and Governance
Urban Planning
17 - 21 Nov 2025
In Person
Singapore
This course will be conducted in-person in Singapore.
Closing date for nomination 19 Sep 2025
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