Program Overview

Master's in Regional & Urban Planning Curriculum

The Master's in Regional & Urban Planning is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address the complex challenges of urban and regional development.

Program Description

The program focuses on the study of urban and regional planning, with an emphasis on the social, economic, and environmental factors that shape the built environment. Students will explore the theoretical foundations of planning, as well as the practical applications of planning principles in real-world contexts.

Program Requirements

• Completion of a bachelor's degree in a relevant field
  • Such as urban planning, architecture, geography, or a related field
• Submission of official transcripts and test scores
  • Including GPA and standardized test scores (e.g., GRE, GMAT)
• Letters of recommendation
  • From academic or professional references
• Personal statement
  • Outlining the applicant's interests, goals, and motivations for pursuing the degree

Admission Criteria

Admission to the program is competitive and based on a holistic review of the applicant's qualifications, including:

• Academic preparation and achievement
• Relevant work or volunteer experience
• Letters of recommendation and personal statement

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees for the program vary depending on the student's residency status and other factors. For more information on tuition fees, please refer to the university's tuition fee schedule.

Research Areas

The program offers a range of research areas, including:

• Urban planning and design
• Regional development and policy
• Environmental planning and sustainability
• Transportation planning and infrastructure
• Community development and social justice

Curriculum

The curriculum for the Master's in Regional & Urban Planning includes a combination of core courses, electives, and a capstone project or thesis. Core courses cover topics such as:

• Introduction to urban and regional planning
• Planning theory and history
• Urban design and development
• Transportation planning and policy
• Environmental planning and sustainability

Electives

Elective courses allow students to specialize in a particular area of interest, such as:

• Housing and community development
• Economic development and policy
• Geographic information systems (GIS) and spatial analysis
• Urban ecology and environmental planning