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Master of Arts [M.A] [Urban Planning] From McGill University

Montreal, QuebecLocation
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Master of Arts [M.A] (Urban Planning)

2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Ranked #38 out of 997 by THE Global Ranking 2024

₹16.6 L/Yr

CA$27,010 /Yr
1 Students Applied
  • The objective of the School of Urban Planning is to produce qualified professional urban planners for the public and the private sectors and to equip them with the necessary intellectual and practical skills in this respect.
  • The M.A program is open to students holding a bachelor's degree or equivalent in Anthropology, Architecture, Economics, Engineering, Geography, Law, Management, Political Science, Social Work, Sociology, or Urban Studies. 
  • The program of study offered by the School is fully recognized by the Ordre des urbanistes du Québec (OUQ) and the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP).
  • Graduates of the program can become full members of these professional organizations once having met their respective internship requirements.
  • This program requires two years of study, including a three-month summer internship in a professional setting.
  • Upon completion of the program, graduates are expected to have acquired basic planning skills, a broad understanding of urban issues, and specialized knowledge in a field of their own choice.

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees₹1658414 (CAD 27010)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Housing and Food₹635490 (CAD 10350)
Transportation₹46971 (CAD 765)
Health Insurance₹73619 (CAD 1199)
Total Cost₹756080 (CAD 12314)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • Applicants must hold a B.A., B.Sc., B.S.Sc. (or equivalent) in a discipline relevant to the proposed field of study.
  • The university degree, described above, must have been completed with an overall Cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.0/4.0, or a Grade Point Average of 3.2/4.0 within the last two full-time academic years.
  • Basic (i.e., high-school level) proficiency in algebra is expected of all applicants as preparation for the M.U.P. methods training in statistics and data analysis.

Indian Student Eligibility:

  • Candidates should hold a B.A., B.Sc., B.S.Sc. (or equivalent) in a discipline relevant to the proposed field of study. from institutions with a NAAC rating of “A”.
  • The university degree, described above, must have been completed with a minimum standing of 3.3/4.0 or the equivalent, according to the grading scale on the transcript.
  • Basic (i.e., high-school level) proficiency in algebra is expected of all applicants as preparation for the M.U.P. methods training in statistics and data analysis.
  • Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.

Scores Required

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

86 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

65 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

3.2 / 4

Minimum gpa

GPA

  • McGill Certificate of Proficiency in English or McGill Certificate of Proficiency - English for Professional Communication: Certificate of Proficiency awarded.
  • GMAT and GRE are not required.
  • Duolingo English Test (DET) is not accepted for admission to graduate programs at McGill University.

Required Document List

Followings are the required documents:

  • Official Transcripts: Students need to submit a copy of their original transcripts. Each transcript must include a key or legend.
  • Statement of Interest: Statement of interest is one of the few ways to describe that faculty have to understand the student's motivation, the seriousness of purpose, and their level of commitment to the discipline and (of one to two pages), explaining your motivation for applying to the School, area(s) of specific interest, and longer-term career goals.
  • Two Reference Letter:  Students will choose letter writers that will be able to comment on their academic record as well as other experiences or relevant skill sets. 
  • CV/Resume: including a summary of your academic background, professional experience, and other relevant activities (e.g., community involvement, volunteer work, etc.).
  • Academic documents.
  • English Language Requirement Scores like TOEFLIELTS, etc.

Ranking

2024202320212020

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Social Studies 38 out of 997 in Global Ranking

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ProgramImportant DateTotal FeesMedian Exams ScoreAction
Application Deadline for September 2024 Intake (6th Jan 2024)
INR 5.1 L/Yr
CAD 8,242 /Yr
  • IELTS: 6.5
  • TOEFL: 86
  • PTE: 59
  • Duolingo: 110

Career and Placement after Course

Possible career opportunities are:

  • Alumni/ae of the Schoolwork as planners and designers at various levels of government, in non-profit organizations, and with private consulting firms.
  • Their expertise ranges from historic conservation to transportation planning, from real-estate development to citizen engagement.
  • Making use of geographic information systems and other forms of digital media as well as ethnographic methods and strategic advocacy.
  • Graduates also devote their efforts in increasing numbers to environmental planning, affordable housing, and social equity, resilience studies, and the development of strong counter-institutions to complement the market and the state.

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
Sandhya and Swati Sharma MBA Leadership AwardScholarship per student₹ 4.8 L/Yr$7,823Level Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Rotary Foundation Scholarships- Global GrantsScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyMasterTypeCompany-Sponsored
Narotam Sekhsaria ScholarshipsScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
Deutschland Stipendium ProgramScholarship per student₹ 2.7 L/Yr$4,363Level Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Prodigy Finance-GyanDhan ScholarshipScholarship per student₹ 1.5 L/Yr$2,500Level Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
Australian Government Research Training ProgramScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyDoctorateTypeMerit-Based


Options Available

ProgramDelivery TypeDurationProgram TypeTution Fees
M.A Urban Development and Urban Designfull time2 yearson-campus, Course Based₹1658475.4

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