Post-Degree Diploma: Applied Planning

About this programme

This is an intensive program designed for students with an undergraduate degree. Applied Planning students share a passion and motivation to contribute to better and more liveable communities and a more sustainable future. The Applied Planning program builds applied planning skills for people who wish to work in the field of planning. Courses emphasize team-based learning and introduce students to case studies, practical projects, and a range of skills necessary for the practicing planner. Graduates of this program find work with planning organizations including local, regional, and provincial government, consulting firms, non-profit organizations, and First Nations. Students in the program require 15 courses to graduate from the 12-month program with a Post-Degree Diploma in Applied Planning. Part-time students may be accepted into the program, space permitting. Most Applied Planning courses are scheduled in the evenings to enable students to work part-time while pursuing their studies. Students must complete 15 courses (45 credits) to complete the Post-Degree Diploma in Applied Planning. The Applied Planning (APPL) program courses are scheduled over three terms - Fall (September to December), Spring (January to April), and Summer (May to August). The courses for each term are primarily scheduled in the evening from 6:00 pm-8:50 pm, Monday through Thursday, to enable students to work while pursuing their studies. There are two exceptions to this schedule - the Introduction to Planning (APPL 4110) course and the Special Topics courses.