About the course

Acquire the theoretical, practical, and policy knowledge necessary to become a regional planner. As a student in this track, you'll choose from a number of geography-centered studies: population, urban, trade and transportation, political, social, and settlement. You can then study the many different areas that impact regional planning: design, law, policy, theory, economy, environment, and plan implementation.

　　The career prospects in the fields of geography and planning are presently very good. In geography, there is a high demand in the public and private sectors for graduates who have the skills to work with geospatial technology and geographic databases. There are also many opportunities for students who would like work in environmental science/management or are interested in building sustainable local and regional economies. Planners are needed at all levels of government?local, county, regional, state, and federal?and are crucial players in decision-making processes. Planning jobs are available anywhere in the country, from Indiana, Pennsylvania, to San Diego, California. 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: 4 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Indiana
Fall (August), 2024	Indiana
Spring (January), 2025	Indiana
Fall (August), 2025	Indiana
Spring (January), 2026	Indiana

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Official transcripts of all undergraduate courses completed. IUP students and alumni will not need to provide their transcripts. Two letters of recommendation from professional or academic references. A goal statement that details your reasons for earning the degree. A resume or curriculum vita.

　　Applicants must have a minimum cumulative undergraduate grade-point average (GPA) of 2.6 (on a 4.0 scale) if their bachelor’s degree was earned five or fewer years ago. If earned more than five years ago, the minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.4 (on a 4.0 scale) is required. The degree must be earned from a regionally accredited institution.

　　IELTS 6, TOEFL IBT 76, TOEFL PBT 540

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 76.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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