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University of Calgary

University of Calgary

Come design the future with us. And change the world from the heart of the city.

801 7 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 3P7, Canada

About University of Calgary

The School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape (SAPL) at the University of Calgary offers a distinctly different design school experience. It integrates a rich, transdisciplinary design philosophy with an entrepreneurial mindset, focusing on real-life projects and extensive collaboration with industry and community stakeholders. Situated in downtown Calgary, SAPL is dedicated to generating disruptive, impact-focused design strategies and social innovations to foster more resilient, equitable, vibrant, and healthy communities. The school aims to redefine the role of a designer, cultivating graduates who act as catalysts for positive change in the built environment. Emphasizing experiential, work-integrated learning, students engage directly with researchers and professionals on projects that deliver immediate, tangible community impact. SAPL provides a diverse range of educational pathways, including undergraduate, professional graduate, and advanced thesis-based research degrees.
Program NameDetails
Bachelor of Design in City Innovation (BDCI)
Bachelor

This undergraduate program combines entrepreneurial thinking with hands-on collaboration, cutting-edge technology, and deep community connections. It prepares students to tackle urban challenges and design better futures.

4 Years
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Refer to the Undergraduate Tuition table in the UCalgary Calendar for the Faculty of Architecture, Planning and Landscape.
Deadline: N/A
Master of Architecture (MArch)
Master

A graduate professional degree focused on architecture. The program emphasizes design excellence and innovation.

Varies
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Tuition is assessed per 3 units, with an additional program fee per term. See the Graduate Program-Specific Fees table.
Deadline: January 31, 2026 (Online Application and Supporting Documents)
Master of Planning (MPlan)
Master

A graduate professional degree focused on urban and regional planning. The program equips students with the knowledge and skills to shape sustainable and resilient communities.

Varies
English
Tuition is assessed per 3 units, with an additional program fee per term. See the Graduate Program-Specific Fees table.
Deadline: January 31, 2026 (Online Application and Supporting Documents)
Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA)
Master

A graduate professional degree designed to engage with critical sociocultural and ecological challenges of place-making, climate change and resilience. The program aims to train leaders in sustainability and design.

3 Years
English
Tuition is assessed per 3 units, with an additional program fee per term. See the Graduate Program-Specific Fees table.
Deadline: January 31, 2026 (Online Application and Supporting Documents)
Master of Environmental Design (MEDes)
Master

A thesis-based research degree program. This program allows students to explore a wide range of environmental design issues.

N/A
English
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Deadline: N/A
PhD in Environmental Design (PhD)
PhD

A thesis-based research degree program. Students conduct advanced research on environmental design topics.

N/A
English
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Deadline: N/A
Doctor of Design (DDes)
Doctorate

A thesis-based research degree program.

N/A
English
$15,300.00 per 12 months for students admitted to begin May 2020 or later.
Deadline: N/A
Minor in Architectural Studies (ARST)
Minor

A minor program in Architectural Studies.

N/A
English
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Deadline: N/A

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Admissions
The application process is competitive, and not all qualified applicants meeting the requirements will be admitted. No specific acceptance rate percentage is published.
Acceptance Rate
Deadlines
DDes
May 31
MEDes_PhD
February 1
MArch_MPlan_MLA
references: February 7
online_application_and_supporting_documents: January 31
extended_consideration_admissions
March 1 to May 15 (admission not guaranteed, scholarship and visa processing may be limited)
Requirements
Master_of_Architecture_two_year: Open to applicants with a University of Calgary Minor in Architectural Studies or an undergraduate architecture degree accredited by CACB or NAAB.
Master_of_Landscape_Architecture: Open to applicants from any undergraduate discipline; begins with a Foundation Year, which may be waived for those with previous related design degrees.
Master_of_Architecture_three_year: Open to applicants from any undergraduate discipline; includes a Foundation Year.

University of Calgary Academic FAQ

University of Calgary is Come design the future with us. And change the world from the heart of the city.

The acceptance rate for University of Calgary is The application process is competitive, and not all qualified applicants meeting the requirements will be admitted. No specific acceptance rate percentage is published., reflecting the selectivity of its academic programs.

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University of Calgary provides a comprehensive curriculum including: Bachelor of Design in City Innovation (BDCI), Master of Architecture (MArch), Master of Planning (MPlan), Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA), Master of Environmental Design (MEDes).

The institution maintains a student-to-faculty ratio of The average overall student:faculty ratio for architecture schools in the ACSA Institutional Data Report (2019-2020) was 13:1. A specific ratio for SAPL is not available., ensuring personalized mentorship and studio culture.

University of Calgary is situated in Calgary, Canada, offering a vibrant context for architectural study.

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