Urban and Regional Planning - BURPI
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    Urban and Regional Planning - BURPI

    Toronto Metropolitan University
    Toronto Metropolitan University
    Canada
    Canada, Toronto
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    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 27,921 / Year
    Next IntakeMay 1, 2026
    Urban and Regional Planning - BURPI

    About

    Is this degree for you?

    Urban and regional planners use concepts from economics, social justice, urban design and ecology. They propose strategies to develop and enhance urban, suburban, regional and rural communities.

     Experiential learning opportunities: Co-op available

    The Urban and Regional Planning degree program at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) is focused on studio-based teaching where you’ll develop applied policy, research and communication skills. You’ll gain real-life experiences through client-based studios and field research projects. In addition to an optional co-op, you'll have options to participate in placement or internship electives. You may also choose to pursue an international exchange program.

    Upon graduation, you’ll understand communities’ needs, structures and rules as they relate to the environmental and equitable use of land and resources. You’ll be ready to advise on planning decisions related to social, economic, environmental, cultural, land development and transportation issues.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be considered for admission, Ontario high school students must meet the following requirements:

    • Completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
    • Completion of 6 Grade 12 U or M courses with a minimum overall average of 70%
    • Completion of the following required Grade 12 U course with a minimum grade of 70%:
    • English/anglais (ENG4U/EAE4U preferred)
    • Recommended: Grade 12 U or M courses in social sciences and the humanities (HFA4M, HHS4M, HHG4M, HSB4M, HZT4U); economics (CIA4U); Canadian and world studies (CGW4U, CGU4U, CHI4U, CHY4U, CLN4U, CPW4U); science (SBI4U, SCH4U, SPH4U, SES4U); mathematics (MHF4U, MCV4U, MDM4U)

    An overall average of 70% is required for consideration. Due to competition, the average needed for admission can fluctuate each year (it depends on the number of applications received and the number of spaces available). The grade range at the top of this page represents the average required in previous years.

    Academic admission requirements for all other applicants are available on the admission requirements page. If you haven’t been educated in Ontario, you may be considered with the equivalent of the Ontario requirements. TMU reserves the right to determine equivalency at its sole discretion.

    • Completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited English language university including a minimum of 6 liberal studies (liberal arts and sciences) courses.
    • Qualified applicants must successfully complete a 75 hour, 3 week Spring/Summer intensive block course (CVUP 100) which is offered through The Chang School of Continuing Education. Students must complete CVUP 100 prior to their entry into the program.
    • Applicants are highly encouraged to submit the TMU supplementary form available in the ChooseTMU Applicant Portal.
    • Completion of the Urban and Regional Planning Technician - Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Diploma from Mohawk College or the GIS and Urban Planning Diploma from Fanshawe College with a minimum ‘B’ overall average.
    • Qualified applicants must successfully complete a 75 hour, 3 week Spring/Summer intensive block course (CVUP 100) which is offered through The Chang School of Continuing Education. Students must complete CVUP 100 prior to their entry into the program.
    • Applicants are highly encouraged to submit the TMU supplementary form available in the ChooseTMU Applicant Portal.

    English Program Requirements

    Undergraduate degree programs - minimum English proficiency requirements Requirements reflect overall scores. There are no minimum requirements for band scores (e.g. reading, writing, speaking, listening). Subject to change. Use as a guideline only.

    Duolingo English Test

    Required score for all other TMU programs, including Computer Science and Architectural Science :

    120 Official results must be sent to us electronically by Duolingo.

    International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic

    Required score for all other TMU programs, including Computer Science and Architectural Science :

    6.5 Official results must be sent to us electronically by the test centre. Test takers must contact the test centre where they took the test to have results sent. We do not accept results sent by surface mail or provided by the applicant. IELTS One Skill Retake results and IELTS Online (Academic) are accepted by TMU. We will verify results using the IELTS Results Service.

    Pearson Test of English (PTE)

    Required score for all other TMU programs, including Computer Science and Architectural Science :

    60 Official results must be sent to us electronically by Pearson.

    Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

    Required score for all other TMU programs, including Computer Science and Architectural Science :

    Tests taken before January 21, 2026: A minimum overall score of 92 iBT Tests taken on or after January 21, 2026: A minimum overall score of 4.5 iBT1

    Official results must be sent to us directly by ETS - TOEFL. TMU's institution code is 0886. We accept Internet-based TOEFL (iBT), including Home Edition. TOEFL MyBest Scores and TOEFL Essentials will not be used to meet our English language requirements.

    Career

    Career possibilities:

    • Environmental planner
    • Land developer
    • Policy analyst
    • Transportation planner
    • Urban planner/designer

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    27,921 / year
    Urban and Regional Planning - BURPI
    Toronto Metropolitan University
    Toronto Metropolitan University
    Canada

    Canada, Toronto

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