Program Details

Applied Urban and Rural Planning (Urban Planning) School: Langara College Faculty: Arts and Science - University Transfer Programs Degree: Diploma ; University Transfer Field of Study: City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning Description: This is an intensive two-year program designed for students from a wide range of educational backgrounds. Some program students have a degree, some considerable workplace experience, and others come directly from secondary school. Our Applied Planning students share an enthusiasm and motivation to contribute to better and more livable communities and a more sustainable environment. The Applied Urban and Rural Planning program focuses on applied planning skills for people who wish to work in planning. Courses emphasize team-based learning and introduce students to case studies, practical projects, and a range of practical skills necessary for the practicing planner. Graduates of this diploma program find work with planning organizations, such as planning consultancies, municipalities and regional districts. Other graduates go on to further studies in planning or a related discipline at university. Website: Applied Urban and Rural Planning (Urban Planning) at Langara College Length: 2 Year(s) Cost per year: International: $15,000.00 Careers: 1 career(s) Admission Requirements Prerequisites: These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Grade 12 English Grade 11 Principles of Mathematics Applicants must have one of the following: LET with a minimum level 3; LPI with a minimum 26 on the essay and one of 5 in English usage, 5 in sentence structure, or 10 in reading comprehension; BC English 12 or equivalent with a minimum 80%; BC English Literature 12 with a minimum 80%; a university-level English or Communications course for which Langara awards transfer credit, with a minimum 'C-'; or an 'S' in one of ENGL 1107, 1108, or 1110 and one of the following: a Mathematics Diagnostic Test score that will provide eligibility for registration in STAT 1124; or "C" or higher grade in BC Principles of Mathematics 11, within the last three years. * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.