A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Urban Environmental Management

Thesis (M.Sc.) - Asian Institute of Technology, 2010

Urban areas in mega city are steadily expanding due to several factors in developed and developing countries. The study aimedto assess the urban sprawl of Yangon with a focus on residential areasin the two townships;Shwe Pyi Thar and Hlaing Thar Yar. Primary data collection such as household survey and interview with relevant stakeholders and secondary datacollection from the government office wereconductedin order to achieve the objectives. The indicators assessment method was conducted by using modified DPSIR framework analytical tool without impact analysis to identify the factors contributing to the urban sprawl. The results show that urban sprawl of Yangon was low density development in which low and middle income people with lessaccess to infrastructure and services. In both townships, government policy, rural urban migration, job opportunities and less expensive housing were also the factors contributing the urban sprawl in Yangon City.The recommendations were given for possible responses to findings from this research and proposed for further specific studies.