Master of Science in Urban and Regional Planning

University of Alberta

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Qualification

2 years

Course duration

8/31/2025

Start Date

US$6534

Fee

Description
Requierments
Study options
Scholarships

Planning (2 year): This course-based program requires the completion of ★42 in graduate level course work, including ★36 of required, core courses and ★6 of optional graduate-level course work in PLAN courses. The core courses include a research project that is to be undertaken in the last semester of the program as a capstone course. Students must maintain standards acceptable to the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research to remain in the program. Required Courses PLAN 500 - Planning for Resilient Cities and Regions PLAN 501 - Planning for Northern Regions and Resource Communities PLAN 503 - Master’s Project Proposal PLAN 505 - Master’s Major Project PLAN 510 - Physical Planning and Design Fundamentals PLAN 511 - Professional Practice and Ethics PLAN 512 - Advanced Finance for Planners PLAN 516 - Planning Law PLAN 517 - Advanced Planning Theory PLAN 595 - Advanced Planning Studio PLAN 598 - Advanced Research Methods and Analysis 2 additional ★3 PLAN courses Length of Program The course-based MSc program in Urban and Regional Planning (Regular) is designed for completion within two calendar years beyond a completed undergraduate degree. The program must normally be completed within three years from admission. Accelerated 1 year This course-based program requires the completion of ★30 in graduate-level course work, including ★24 of required, core courses and ★6 of optional graduate-level course work in PLAN courses. The core courses include a research project that is to be completed as a capstone course. Students must maintain standards acceptable to the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research to remain in the program. Required Courses (Accelerated 1 year) PLAN 500 - Planning for Resilient Cities and Regions PLAN 501 - Planning for Northern Regions and Resource Communities PLAN 503 - Master’s Project Proposal PLAN 505 - Master’s Major Project PLAN 517 - Advanced Planning Theory PLAN 595 - Advanced Planning Studio PLAN 598 - Advanced Research Methods and Analysis 2 additional ★3 PLAN courses Length of Program The course-based MSc program in Urban and Regional Planning (Regular) is designed for completion within one calendar year (three semesters). The program must normally be completed within three years from admission.

For international students

Planning (2 year): Four year bachelor’s degree [minimum 3.00 GPA (B) in last two years of study]; may be in a field other than planning. Entrance Requirements for 1 Year Accelerated Stream: Applicants must have Bachelor's degree in planning [minimum 3.00 GPA (B)]; must have at least two calendar years of planning experience. English language requirement: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT): Total score of 90 with a score of at least 21 on each of the individual skill areas (internet-based) or equivalent; IELTS: 6.5, with at least 6.0; PTE Academic: 61 with a minimum band score of 60. The application system opens November 1st each year and the deadline is March 15 in the year admission is sought, for Fall term (September) intake. Note that there is no Winter Term intake in the MSc in Urban and Regional Planning.

2 years - Full time

Fee

CAD$8,874.00 (US$ 6,534) per yearStandard Fee - Thesis-Based yearly fee: CAN $8,874, Course-Based fee: CAN $1,901.52 per 3 credit course; Non-Standard fee - CAN $19,375.96 (Annual fee) Please check with institution

Start Date

8/31/2025

Address

University of Alberta, North Campus, EDMONTON, Alberta (AB), T6G 2R3, Canada

Brookfield Residential Graduate Scholarship in Urban and Regional Planning

Value of scholarship

CAD$5,000.00 (US$ 3,632) total value

How to applay

By nomination only. Students should contact their department for details on their application process. Nominations are submitted to FGSR by the Department (or Faculty). The Graduate Scholarship Committee makes the final decision. Additional Information Deadlines on this page are approximations. Departments may have their own internal deadlines for adjudicating awards before submitting to FGSR. Please contact your department directly about deadlines. The value and number of awards and scholarships are determined yearly and may increase or decrease. Departments can confirm the current value of open awards and FGSR deadlines through GSMS.

Requierments

Superior Academic Achievement Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences - Urban and Regional Planning Selection based on academic achievement Selection based on demonstrated research potential in Urban and Regional Planning Preference given to students with demonstrated interest in land development and housing business acumen Open to Canadian citizens. Open to permanent residents. Open to foreign nationals holding Canadian study permits. Open to applicants in masters programs. Open to applicants in course-based study programs. Open to applicants in thesis-based study programs.

About

One of the top five universities in Canada and the top 100 in the world, the University of Alberta (UAlberta) is a large, immersive and inspirational institution.
There are more than 200 undergraduate programs and 18 faculties across five campuses. Over 36,000 students call UAlberta home, with international students making up 7,000 of them. There are more than 130 nationalities represented at the university.
Founded in 1908, UAlberta has a strong history of innovative teaching. This has consequently built its international reputation as a leading university. It consistently fares well in global university rankings and stands out in many subject areas.
International students will feel at home on campus, as the dedicated International Student Services team is very helpful and friendly. Students can choose from a variety of on-campus accommodations to suit their needs, as well as be awarded for academic excellence in the form of scholarships.
There is plenty to get involved in outside of study time. Many students are attracted to UAlberta because of its diverse and vibrant location. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, students can enjoy a young, vibrant city with a strong and dynamic economy. The north campus is above the beautiful North Saskatchewan river valley, one of the continent’s biggest urban parklands, where students can bike, hike, ski, and much more.
The university strives to create an empowering student experience that prepares individuals to make a positive difference to the world after they graduate. UAlberta has one of the highest graduate employment rates in Canada, and the province of Alberta has the highest average salaries in the country.

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