Contact us for information on how to structure coursework for Winter or Spring admission. The department makes no specifications about what GE courses you take. However, taking certain GE courses can give you more flexibility in choosing other courses. Contact us for more information. Accreditation means that the Planning Accreditation Board has certified that the program provides professional training that meets their standards.
Employers look for students from accredited programs.
A sequence of three first year studio courses teach you what you need to know in graphic communication and design. Beyond that, it is your option whether you want to take additional courses in urban design. Planning is an excellent background if you decide to pursue a masters in architecture. You will understand how communities grow and change and how policies are developed and carried out. Planners work with architects on project teams.