Urban Studies (Master of Urban Studies)

About this programme

The MURB program is ideal for learners whose professional and life experience has motivated them to engage in a seminar-based, rigorous program of study of cities and urbanism within a community of critical thinking peers. If you want to apply for both the master's and diploma programs in the same application cycle, you will need to submit separate applications, fees and supporting materials for each. Statement of interest: A one-page document that explains your learning objectives and your personal, academic and professional motivations for acquiring an advanced urban studies credential. Resume/curriculum vitae that highlights your urban-related work and volunteer experience. Note: You are not expected to secure the support of a potential supervisor before you apply to the Urban Studies Program. If you think your research interests fit with one or more of our faculty members, you are welcome to mention their name(s) in your statement of interest. However, we do not make admission decisions based on a specific supervisor fit or relationship. Rather, we want to make sure you are a fit with our program. If you are admitted to our MURB program, you will submit a ballot and be assigned a supervisory committee in your second term - once you have had a chance to get to know our faculty and discuss potential research topics with them. "What drew me to the Master of Urban Studies Program at SFU is primarily the diverse faculty and SFU's commitments to reconciliation. Having the chance to connect with recent alumni at an SFU Urban Studies networking event, solidified for me tha