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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 designing local communities 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. This accredited Master's program caters to students aiming for professional planning careers or advanced academic research in planning-related disciplines.
Additionally, the Program mandates maintaining a B grade average or better during the first year and submitting a Study Plan after completing a Summer Internship before progressing to second-year coursework.
An appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university, with a minimum final-year standing in the social or life sciences, the humanities, or the professions, equivalent to at least a University of Toronto B+. Knowledge of introductory economics and statistics, as well as word processing and spreadsheet skills, is preferred prior to entry.
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.