About the course

The course-based MSc in Urban and Regional Planning launched in Fall 2017. The program was developed from international and local trends of urbanization, environmental change, economic unpredictability, and globalization. Key aspects of the program include: The program emphasizes land use planning and policy development to enhance community resilience to economic, social, and environmental challenges. There is a practical focus on resilience planning-expressly on issues related to climate change, resource dependency, economic resiliency, winter cities, and northern regions.The program is designed with reference to studio-based pedagogy. The program is offered in line with professional accreditation standards under two streams: 2-year standard stream and 1-year accelerated stream Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Edmonton
Fall (August), 2025	Edmonton

　　

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How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Alberta

Undergraduate degree in Planning (accredited by the Professional Standards Board for Planning Profession in Canada)

　　Two or more years of professional experience in Planning, or Case by case assessment of other combinations of experience and degrees, where the applicant has a significant number of years of professional experience in Planning (a minimum of 5 years) in the absence of a Planning degree. Minimum B average (3.0 GPA) on last 60 credits. Two reference letters (one may be professional). CV or resume. English Language Proficiency - TOEFL Total score of 90 with a score of at least 21 on each of the individual skill areas (internet-based) or equivalent, International English Language Testing System (IELTS)- Minimum overall band score of 6.5, with at least 5 on each band (Academic).

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

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