Program Overview
The Community and Regional Planning at University of British Columbia is a Master programme in Architecture & Urban Planning, 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 Community and Regional Planning programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 18,547 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,571 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Vancouver, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Community 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
- Planning for Community Economic Development
- Affordable Housing Policy and Planning
- Current Issues in Planning: LED Theory, Issues & Applications
- Topics in Civil Engineering: Transportation Emissions and Air Quality
- Urban Planning Issues and Concepts
- Foundations of Planning Theory and History
- Urbanism as a Global Way of Life
- Qualitative Data Collection and Analysis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Normally, applicants for a master\'s degree program must hold the academic equivalent of a four-year bachelor\'s degree from UBC including one of the following:
- A minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC) in third- and fourth-year courses.
- Academic standing with at least 12 credits of third- or fourth-year courses in the A grade range (80% or higher at UBC) in the field of study.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 18,547 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,571 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 18,547 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,571 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of British Columbia 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 University of British Columbia
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, Canada
public research university in British Columbia, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Dec, 2026
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
