Overview

Key Features

At CAPLA, we're pushing urban planning education, research and practice in new and exciting directions—and students from diverse backgrounds are at the heart of our award-winning and engaging work.

In the Urban Planning program from The University of Arizona, you’ll learn:

Urban and regional planning theory and practice

Site planning and creative plan-making

Land use planning analysis and law

Public participation and dispute resolution

Professional written and graphic communication

Data-driven analytical methods, including geographic information systems (GIS)

Planning for real estate and urban development, urban transportation systems and the environment

Health and the built environment

Planning for equity, diversity and social justice

You’ll graduate ready to thrive in a profession of increasing importance in the face of climate change, growing urban populations and challenges to social equity.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Planning Theory and Practice

Methods in Planning

GIS for PLG and LAR

Public Participation and Dispute Resolution

Land Use Planning Law

Comp Planning and Land Use Controls

Career Development Seminar

Projects in Planning

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-05-05 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-03-03 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

60

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

32 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Architecture Landscape Architecture Urban Planning View 269 other Masters in Urban Planning in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

60

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited United States college or university, or equivalent in a non-US institution of higher learning. The undergraduate degree can be in any field of study.
Personal Statement: You will be required to submit a Statement of Purpose, clearly and concisely delineating your focus or interest, special aptitude or personal characteristics and any other relevant factors related to your career aspirations in the profession of urban planning.
Resume/Curriculum Vitae: You will be asked to provide a biographical profile/resume including a complete record of academic and professional work.
Letters of Recommendation: You will be asked to provide the names and contact information (email address) of three persons who can comprehensively evaluate your record and potential for success in the graduate program.
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Tuition Fee

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International

34000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34000 USD per year during 12 months.
National

34000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34000 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

14000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14000 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Tucson

830 - 1140 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Financing

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Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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