Program Overview
The Urban Planning and Development at Saint Louis University is a MSc 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 Urban Planning and Development 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,075 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,075 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Saint Louis, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Urban Planning and Development 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
- Foundations of Planning
- Planning and Development Theory
- Land Use Planning and Analysis
- Local Economic Development Policy and Practice
- Infrastructure and Plan Implementation
- Real Estate Finance
- Land Use Control
- Introduction to GIS
- Research Methods
- Spatial Methods for Planners
- Planning and Development Studio
- Internship
- Capstone
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Application form and fee
- Transcript(s)
- Three letters of recommendation
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- Interview
- Professional goal statement
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Minimum GRE scores: verbal: 153, quantitative: 151, writing: 3.5
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,075 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,075 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,075 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,075 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Saint Louis University 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 Saint Louis University
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-07-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Duration 24 months