Program Overview
The Leadership in Urban Systems at University of British Columbia is a MEng programme in Architecture & Urban Planning over 12 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 Leadership in Urban Systems 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
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: CAD 48,801 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 28,090 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Vancouver, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Leadership in Urban Systems 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
- Urban Systems & Society
- Urban Systems Analysis & Planning
- Project Management & Leadership
- Organizational Leadership
- Urban Systems Engineering
- Infrastructure Asset Management
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You are eligible for this program if you meet the MEL admission requirements and you have:
- an undergraduate degree in a discipline related to urban systems (a degree in engineering is not required for program entry); and
- two or more years of relevant work experience.
As a graduate of this program, you will have the technical and leadership skills to take your career to the next level.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 48,801 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 28,090 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 48,801 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 28,090 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
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 Oct, 2026
- Start Date Jan, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
