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Diploma of Applied Planning
- Vancouver, Canada
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A 12-month post-degree diploma in applied planning for graduates entering the planning field.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate applied knowledge and practical skills in Applied Planning. Apply concepts related to fifteen courses (45 credits) over three terms from september: advanced planning methods in guided assignments and practical contexts. Communicate work appropriately and complete subject-relevant projects or assessments.
Career outcomes
- Planning organizations: local
- Regional and provincial government
- Consulting firms
- Non-profits
- First Nations
Curriculum
- Fifteen courses (45 credits) over three terms from September: advanced planning methods
- 3D computer applications in planning
- Planning studio on sustainability
- Special topics and a major project.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)
- Data Analytics adds a post-secondary mathematics course (C)
- Applied Planning a statistics course and letter of intent
- Nursing Practice in Canada a BSN or 3-year nursing diploma
- Current licensure outside Canada and a video interview
- Langara sets no general minimum grade
- Programme-specific grades and prerequisites are on each programme Admissions tab (e.g. A minimum C grade in some post-secondary courses
- 2.00 cumulative GPA if 24+ post-secondary credits attempted for business diplomas).
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent), Data Analytics adds a post-secondary mathematics course (C), Applied Planning a statistics course and letter of intent, Nursing Practice in Canada a BSN or 3-year nursing diploma, Current licensure outside Canada and a video interview.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 88
- PTE Academic 56
- Duolingo 110
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts.
How to apply
- Check the general admission
- Programme (Admissions tab) and English requirements and the deadline: Spring Sept 30
- Summer Jan 31
- Fall May 31
- Some programmes close earlier. Apply online through EducationPlanner BC and pay the 155 CAD international application fee. Send transcripts and supporting documents. Accept the Offer of Admission and pay the non-refundable international student deposit
- Applied to tuition. Receive the Letter of Acceptance and Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) after the deposit.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $28,738 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $155 CAD |
| Deposit | $1,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | West 49th Avenue Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Social Sciences & Community Programs |
| Department | Applied Planning |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 45 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 years |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship options may depend on nationality, Merit and current funding. Check the published award criteria. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
31 May 2027
198 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 31 May 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $28,738 CAD per year. The application fee is $155 CAD. The deposit is $1,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 88, PTE Academic 56, Duolingo 110.