About the course

A doctoral degree is offered to students with a master’s degree in planning or a related field. This offers advanced students the opportunity to specialize in one of the sub-fields of planning. PhD students are expected to take a minimum of 21 credit hours beyond the master’s degree, pass a comprehensive exam, and prepare and defend a dissertation. Students without a master’s degree in planning may be required to take additional courses from the MURP curriculum. The program provides training in advanced research in urban and regional planning. Graduates are expected to pursue academic appointments at institutions of higher education and to achieve higher levels of professional practice in the public and private sectors. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 6 Semester(s)Fees: US$100,944

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Honolulu
Fall (August), 2025	Honolulu

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Hawaii - Manoa

Admission to the PhD program requires a master’s degree in planning. In exceptional circumstances candidates with either an advanced research background or exceptional professional experience, but who do not have an M.A. degree, may be admitted. Admission may be granted with the understanding that some background courses or examinations may be required.GPA of at least a 3.5 in previous graduate work.TOEFL or IELTS Academic score of 100 iBT and 7.5.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

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