Program Overview
The City and Regional Planning at Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is a Master programme in Architecture & Urban Planning over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of architecture & urban planning. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the City and Regional Planning programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 1,280 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 680 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
- Location: Atlanta, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the City and Regional Planning programme are prepared for diverse careers in architecture & urban planning:
- Architect
- Urban Planner
- Landscape Designer
- Sustainability Consultant
- Real Estate Developer
- Heritage Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- The MCRP curriculum consists of 7 core courses, amounting to 25 semester hours, plus either a thesis of 10 semester hours or an applied research paper of 4 semester hours. All core courses must be completed unless formally waived due to previous coursework. Core courses are designed to provide students with the necessary skills and background for more advanced work.
- History and Theory of Urban Planning (Fall) - Examines theories of planning and the public interest. Considers the roles of planners within the American political system and the historical development of the planning profession.
- Growth Management Law and Implementation (Spring) - Study of legal framework of planning focusing on managing development to achieve desired outcomes for the economy, society, and the environment.
- Quantitative and Computer Methods (Spring) - Introduces computing and quantitative methods in planning. Discusses commonly used data sources, data management, presentation techniques, and planning analytical models.
- Advanced Planning Methods (Fall) \x96 Study of analytical methods in planning including inferential statistics, linear regression, and analysis of variance, and how they are applied to planning problems.
- Economic Analysis in Planning (Fall) - Applies economic principles to planning, including market theory, public goods, externalities, cost benefit analysis, and project economics.
- Applied Planning Studio (Fall or Spring) - Analyzes and prepares alternative plan(s) for an existing neighborhood, community, or region. Emphasizes application of planning skills in a real-world situation.
- Intro to Geographic Information Systems (Fall or Spring) - Introduces students to spatial analysis using geographic information systems. Examines fundamentals of software design and geographic data.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
We look for master\'s degree students who will successfully advance the quality of life in communities through planning work after graduation. Excellence in prior academic work is essential, but priority is given to applicants who have demonstrated effectiveness as leaders, analysts and/or designers in previous paid or volunteer settings.
Students admitted to the MCRP program have strong academic records and are able to clearly communicate their reasons for pursuing an advanced degree in City and Regional Planning. Applicants typically demonstrate academic performance that meet or exceed the following criteria for admission into the MCRP program:
- A 3.0/4.0 undergraduate GPA and a 3.5/4.0 master\xc2\x92s degree GPA if applicable.
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Scores of 150 for Verbal Reasoning, 148 for Quantitative Reasoning, and 4.0 Analytical Writing.
- TOEFL iBT Scores, if applicable, with a minimum of 100.
The MCRP program has two deadlines. To be considered for merit-based departmental aid, such as fellowships and GRA applications, you must submit and application in full by January 15. All other applications should be submitted by February 15.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,280 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 680 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 1,280 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 680 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech)
Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech)
United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-22
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 12