About the course

The field of planning practice (encompassing urban, community and regional planning, and related sub-specializations) has long been recognized as a professional field in Canada, as elsewhere in the world. Founded by Dr. H.P. Oberlander in 1951, the School of Community and Regional Planning (SCARP) is one of the oldest planning schools in Canada. Its Vision is ?Sustainability through the Democratization of Planning,? and in achieving that Vision, SCARP's Mission is ?to advance the transition to sustainability through excellence in integrated policy and planning research, professional education and community service.? The objective of SCARP?s new Master of Community and Regional Planning (MCRP) program is to further the Vision and Mission of the School by providing students, through cutting-edge content and innovative pedagogy, with the essential theory, skills, methods, and critical thinking and analytical tools they need to address the complex social and environmental issues of a rapidly urbanizing world. It is intensive and professionally oriented, and students emerge as well-rounded, critical, and creative agents of change. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: CA$49,792

Intake	Location
Term 1 (September), 2024	Vancouver
Term 1 (September), 2025	Vancouver

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of British Columbia

SCARP requires applicants to scan and upload digital copies of all official transcripts, including transcripts for study abroad semesters, non-degree studies, or credential programs. Please ensure that the uploaded documents are official transcripts and include a transcript key. (Transcript keys are often printed on the reverse sides of official transcripts.) Grade reports, marking sheets, and transcripts marked “unofficial” are not acceptable and will not be considered for review. Please note that degree certificates are required only if the degree conferral is not listed on the transcript. Uploaded transcripts should be in PDF format, with each transcript complied as one PDF document. Include only one copy of the transcript key. Any additional or extraneous documents will be excluded from the final application file. The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is not mandatory, and is only recommended in situations where an applicant’s GPA is to the minimum and does not reflect the applicant’s true academic potential. GRE scores show students' level of reasoning skills, critical thinking and the ability to communicate in writing which provides us with additional information about the likelihood of a student's success in graduate school. Applicants to SCARP must prepare and submit a 600-word statement of interest. The statement will help us assess whether your objectives can be satisfied by SCARP. We recommend you provide this statement to your referees. Each applicant must submit a resume detailing educational background, work and/or volunteer experience, publications (if any), and any academic or professional awards earned. Please include any travel experience. SCARP requires exactly three references. Additional references will not be considered as part of the final application file.

　　SCARP requires the following minimum scores:

　　TOEFL:

　　Overall score of 100 or higher

　　Reading & Listening: Score of 22 or higher

　　Writing & Speaking: Score of 21 or higher

　　IELTS:

　　Overall score of at least 7.0

　　Reading, Writing, Listening, & Speaking: Score of 6.5 or higher

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

Application deadline:

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