Overview

The Urban Planning program at the University of Ottawa is a professional graduate degree designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to address complex urban challenges. Offered through the Azrieli School of Architecture & Urbanism, the program emphasizes sustainable urban development, community engagement, and policy-making in the context of Canada's capital region.

Objectives include fostering expertise in land-use planning, urban design, environmental sustainability, and social equity. Unique features encompass a bilingual (English-French) learning environment, hands-on studios, and integration of Indigenous perspectives in planning.

Career Prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles in public sector planning departments, consulting firms, non-profits, and international organizations. The program's location in Ottawa provides direct access to federal government opportunities and real-world projects.

Key Faculty/Staff

• Program directors and faculty from architecture, geography, and urban studies departments contribute to curriculum delivery.

Unique Facilities and Partnerships

• State-of-the-art design studios and GIS labs.
• Partnerships with the City of Ottawa, National Capital Commission, and professional bodies like the Canadian Institute of Planners.
• Access to the Desmarais Building, a modern facility for collaborative learning.