Master of Arts in Planning

The School of Planning is the only planning school in Canada to offer programs at the Bachelor's, Master's and PhD levels. With the exception of the Master of Planning program (MPlan), the academic programs offered by the School are recognized by the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP). The School's programs and courses provide students with skills and perspectives necessary for successful careers as professional planners. Students are encouraged to explore widely the various academic offerings throughout the University in order to achieve their unique intellectual potential as individuals. The School of Planning at Waterloo is a unique blend between municipal, urban and regional planning. The program aims to expose students to a number of areas of planning while helping them develop their skills in their area of choice. The School also aids students in achieving their full potential through the bright faculty, excellent facilities and collaborative student life. The faculty in the School of Planning are comprised of some of the most experienced professionals in both Planning and teaching. With numerous CIP accredited members and world renowned researchers, the faculty contributes to the uniqueness and diversity of the School.

A four-year honours bachelor degree (or equivalent), with a minimum overall average of 78%, from a recognized university, the undergraduate degree may be in planning or other fields relevant to planning including: architecture, biology, civil engineering, economics, forestry, geography, geology, landscape architecture, law, political science, sociology, or other resource disciplines or social sciences
The name of one or more School of Planning faculty member(s) who would be a suitable advisor
Supervisors

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Resume/Curriculum vitae
Supplementary information form (SIF)
The SIF contains questions specific to your program, typically about why you want to enrol and your experience in that field. Review the application documents web page for more information about this requirement
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Transcript(s)
Two official academic transcripts from each post-secondary institution
Writing sample
At least one substantial example of work completed during the last two years of academic study. Students with professional experience may submit a professional report of which they were sole or senior author
References
Three references are required, at least two academic
Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
TOEFL 100 (writing 26, speaking 26), IELTS 7.5 (writing 7.0, speaking 7.0)