Program Overview
The Community Planning at College of Charleston is a MA 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 Community 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 16,249 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,262 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Charleston, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Community 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 CPAD program is a technological omnivore, teaching on-site hand-drawing in Charleston\x92s rich historic fabric and digital design in high-tech studios.
- Students will be versed in theory, but they will also be grounded in the practical drafting, scaling, and rendering skills that make theory useful in the real world.
- Successful interaction with government, clients, and the public is taught from the beginning, so that graduates are not caught unprepared when they leave the classroom.
- Design faculty are professional practitioners who instruct students in their particular specialty. This approach provides students with a valuable, hands-on perspective that is useful in supplementing their academic training.
Admission Requirements
Detailed admission requirements are not specified. Common requirements may include:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Academic transcripts
- Letters of recommendation
- Statement of purpose
- Language proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS)
For specific requirements, please contact the university directly.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 16,249 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,262 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 16,249 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,262 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact College of Charleston 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 College of Charleston
College of Charleston
Charleston, United States
College of Charleston is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-04-18
- Start Date 2018-02-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months