Urban and Regional Planning (Concentration in Community Revitalization)
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityProgram Overview
The Urban and Regional Planning (Concentration in Community Revitalization) at Virginia Commonwealth University 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 Urban and Regional Planning (Concentration in Community Revitalization) 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Location: Fairfax, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Urban and Regional Planning (Concentration in Community Revitalization) 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
- Real Estate Investment Analysis
- Financial Management in Government
- Principles of Nonprofit Management
- Fund Development for the Nonprofit Sector
- Historic Preservation in Planning
- Urban Public Policy-making Processes
- Principles of Urban Design
- Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
- GIS Applications in Urban Design
- Land Use Planning
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Application to graduate study, including the Application for Virginia in-state tuition
- Personal statement submitted with the online application
- $65 application fee
- Three reference letters should be submitted through the online application
- Transcripts from each institution you attended are required to be submitted
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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About Virginia Commonwealth University
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, United States
public research university in Richmond, Virginia, United States
University Profile- Language English
