Implementing urban regeneration projects exposes students to real-world regeneration activity in practice. Historical and recent initiatives, programs and programs will be critically assessed - often drawing upon the expertise of policy makers and practitioners directly involved in their design and delivery - before students focus on a specific project or initiative. Students will explore the realities of evidence-based policy design and development including options appraisal, the roll out of programs from a political, governance and financing perspective, the day-to day-operation of renewal and project management, and the importance of monitoring, evaluation and review. Throughout students will build an understanding of the stakeholders involved, how decisions get made, and who s affected by those decisions. The resulting skills set seeks to encourage students to recognise the importance of creative, strategic thinking in addressing complex urban issues, alongside the need for pragmatic and realistic frameworks for delivering change on the ground.