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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 dimensions. The scope spans from local community design to national policy formulation and global development initiatives. Specialization areas cover land use, transportation, urban design, social policy, public health, economic growth, international development, and environmental studies. The Planning Program delivers an accredited Master's degree tailored for aspiring professional planners or those pursuing advanced academic research.
Admission to the second year requires maintaining a B average or better in first-year coursework and submitting a Study Plan after completing a Summer Internship.
This specialization equips MScPl students to critically examine the evolving connections between urban planning and urgent environmental issues, particularly climate change effects. The curriculum fosters skills to create inclusive plans and policies that incorporate diverse perspectives and cross-disciplinary approaches, aiming for environmental equity, sustainable progress, climate resilience, and improved quality of life.