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Urban and Environmental Planning

PLAN 6013 Communication and Planning Analytics
Fall 2026

Required first semester course that introduces students to spatial analysis and representation through selected computer-based applications. Emphasis on 2D analysis and representation, use of secondary data and development of visualization …

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3.63
GPA
PLAN 6015 Sustainable Global Communities
Fall 2026

Examines sustainable communities through environmental, social, economic, political, and design lenses. Using case studies of cities, towns, and development projects from around the world, students will have the opportunity to …

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Difficulty
3.80
GPA
PLAN 6070 Planning Theory and Practice
Fall 2026

In this course students grapple with the dynamic tensions between planning and democracy, the various responses that have been proposed, and planning failures and successes. They explore the development of …

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Difficulty
3.71
GPA
PLAN 6120 Digital Technology for Planning and Design - GIS
Fall 2026

Technology class introducing students to the fundamental applications of geographic information systems central to planning analysis and practice.

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Difficulty
3.75
GPA
PLAN 6454 Introduction to the Real Estate Development Process
Fall 2026

This course will provide students with an interdisciplinary learning process related to real estate development including finance, branding, design, planning, land use, site planning permitting, adaptive reuse among others. Situated …

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Difficulty
3.52
GPA
PLAN 6811 Gender & Built Environment
Fall 2026

This class explores the wide range of approaches that have been taken to the complex relationships between body, sex, gender, and the built environment. Some see buildings as a direct …

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Difficulty
3.91
GPA
PLAN 6840 Ethics of Cities and Environment
Fall 2026

Detailed exploration of the normative debate surrounding environmental issues. Focus on the foundations of environmental economics, questions about the value of endangered species, concerns of future generations, appropriateness of a …

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GPA
PLAN 8993 Independent Studies in Urban and Environmental Planning
Fall 2026

Advanced work on independent research topics by individual students. Departmental approval of the topic is required.

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Difficulty
4.00
GPA
PLAN 8994 Thesis
Fall 2026

Preparation and completion of a thesis.

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PLAN 8999 Master's Thesis
Fall 2026

A thesis is optional for the Master of Urban and Environmental Planning degree. Students should begin early to explore topics and to identify potential committee members. A guideline document is …

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