Bachelor of Environmental Studies in Planning (Honours) - Land Development Planning in Waterloo Canada | University of Waterloo

Explore urban planning while addressing environmental and social issues affecting urban, rural, and natural landscapes. Gain expertise in managing city expansion, designing transportation networks, conserving green spaces, safeguarding heritage, and beyond. This interdisciplinary program spans economic and legal considerations, design techniques, land development, and GIS applications. Prepare to shape a sustainable future through strategic planning, whether in government, academia, or private industry. As a co-op program, you'll accumulate 20 months of paid professional experience. Utilize five work terms to discover diverse planning fields, building industry connections and clarifying your career path.

The Land Development Planning Specialization equips students with skills for community land development and redevelopment. Operating in challenging, high-stakes decision-making settings, land development planners need proficiency in zoning regulations, planning legislation, policy frameworks, and development challenges. This specialization prepares graduates for careers in municipal planning, private practice, or the land development sector.