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Overview
Students graduating from the Resource and Environmental Planning Program from Simon Fraser University, receive the degree of Master of Resource Management (Planning).
They are eligible for membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners and the Planning Institute of B.C. and can receive professional designation as a Registered Professional Planner (RPP) upon completing the certification requirements set by the Planning Standards Board.
Features
Graduates who attain the RPP designation are also eligible for certification as professional planners in the United States, Great Britain, and Australia through reciprocal agreements between Canada and these other countries.
Advantages of professional planning certification include improved employment opportunities, access to professional development programs and conferences, and participation in a large network of practicing professional planners.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Professional Planning Practice: Advanced Seminar
- Environmental and Planning Law
- Environmental Conflict and Dispute Resolution
- Sustainable Community Planning
- Regional Development
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 93
Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Environmental Economics & Policy Environmental Management Environmental Sciences View 103 other Masters in Environmental Sciences in CanadaAcademic requirements
GPA 3
English requirements
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 93
Other requirements
General requirements
- a bachelor’s degree from SFU or its equivalent from a recognized institution
- a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.33 scale, or 3.33 on a 4.33 scale (B+) based on the last 60 credits of undergraduate courses. All graduate work is also considered.
- submitted evidence, usually references from qualified referees, of the applicant’s ability to undertake advanced studies in the area of interest.
- proof of English Language proficiency
- In exceptional circumstances, a student may be admitted with lower formal qualifications when there is significant experience relevant to the proposed area of scholarship.
Tuition Fee
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International
3892 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1946 CAD per semester during 36 months. -
National
3892 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1946 CAD per semester during 36 months.
Living costs for Burnaby
1600 - 2700 CAD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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