Program Overview
The Urban Sustainability at George Washington 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 Sustainability 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
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Location: Washington, D. C., United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Urban Sustainability 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
- Principles of Sustainable Urban and Regional Planning.
- Urban and Environmental Economics.
- Research Methods I: Geospatial and Econometric Analysis.
- Transportation Planning in City Systems.
- Regional Development and Agricultural Economics.
- Sustainable Communities I: Housing and Design.
- Research Methods II: Advanced Geospatial and Econometric Analysis.
- Planning Resilient and Low-Carbon Cities.
- The Scientific Basis of Climate Change.
- Climate Change Economics.
- Sustainable Communities II: Tools for Assessment and Transformation.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
- Online application
- Three recommendations
- Statement of purpose
- Writing Sample
- Resume
- Transcripts
- $75 Application fee
If applicable
- International transcript evaluation
- English Language Test scores
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
2015-07-18
About George Washington University
George Washington University
Washington, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-07-18
- Start Date 2018-08-29
- Language English