The program s emphasis on the interrelationship between policy and design requires that all applicants possess certain basic aptitudes in analysis, written and oral communication, and graphic expression. Applicants admitted to the program and who lack needed graphic expression skills will be required to take a short, intensive introduction to graphic and representation skills course toward the end of the summer prior to beginning the program in the fall. Residence Four terms of full-time study in residence normally is required for award of the degree. Under special circumstances, students may receive permission to reduce their course loads and extend their studies over a longer period of time. The five areas of concentration are growth management, housing and community building, real estate and urban development, urban infrastructure, and special concentration requiring approval of the student s academic advisor and the program director.
Elective courses are subject to the approval of the faculty advisor.
Students who have demonstrated their problem-solving skills by obtaining a grade of pass or above in a studio option may choose a third track, which allows for substitution of courses for a studio option in the third or fourth term. Petitions for independent master s theses or courses for studio substitutions must be submitted to the student s faculty advisor and the program director prior to the conclusion of the term preceding the one for which the substitution is sought. Top of page. Register contents .