Understanding population trends, to predict the demands that will be made on an area, whether urban or rural
Town Planners make policies and implement them
Working both indoors and outdoors and presenting evidence at meetings
Objectively analysing and evaluating other peoples’ evidence
Preparing reports and plans relating to a variety of projects – from house extensions to international airports.
Working with other professionals, such as architects, landscape architects, civil engineers, construction managers and surveyors
Liaising with the public and councillors, attending public meetings about planning issues, such as proposals for a new road or school
Knowledge of the legal issues associated with land use