Bachelor of Environmental Studies in Planning (Honours) - Urban Design in Waterloo Canada | University of Waterloo

Expand your horizons beyond city planning and gain the skills to address environmental and societal issues affecting urban, rural, and natural landscapes. Discover techniques for managing urban expansion, crafting effective transit networks, conserving green spaces, safeguarding historical sites, and other essential planning aspects. This comprehensive program blends economic and legal frameworks with design principles, property development strategies, and geographic information systems. Your degree will equip you for impactful careers in government, research institutions, or private enterprises, empowering you to shape sustainable communities through thoughtful planning strategies.As a co-op program, you'll complete 20 months of paid professional experience. Utilize your five work terms to investigate diverse planning fields, building industry connections and clarifying your career preferences before graduation.

The Urban Design Specialization certifies students' design proficiency and readies them for roles in both public and private sectors. Specializing in the aesthetic and functional aspects of community spaces, urban designers contribute to projects like civic plazas, street environments, and metropolitan parks. This specialization also establishes a strong base for advanced studies in urban design.