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The Department of Geography and Planning provides resources for graduate studies culminating in Master of Science in Planning (MScPl) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees. Faculty research encompasses social, economic, cultural, and other critical factors. The scope spans from local community design to national policy planning and global development initiatives. Specialization areas cover land use, transportation, urban design, social policy, public health, economic growth, international development, and environmental planning.
An appropriate master's degree from a recognized university, with a minimum standing equivalent to at least a University of Toronto A–.
PhD Program (Direct-Entry)
In exceptional cases and at the discretion of the department, admission to the PhD program by direct entry may be approved for applicants with an overall A average and appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
English language requirements
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Required score: 7.0 (Academic) with at least 6.5 for each component.
Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) Including Writing and Speaking Sections: Overall score: 93; Writing: 22; Speaking: 22
Academic English Level 60: Required score: B
Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Online: Required score: 70 minimum total with at least 60 in each part.
The Certificate of Proficiency in English (COPE): Required score: 76 minimum total with at least 22 in each component and 32 in writing
Cambridge Assessment English: Required score: minimum 185 overall with at least 176 in each component.