4 Courses + 110 hours Electives

 

28-39 Hours Per Course

 

Online

 

Certificate in as Little as 1 Year

 

 

Program Description

Community planning goes far beyond subdivision planning and bylaw enforcement. You're contributing to shaping thriving communities and playing a key role in making our built environments and land use more sustainable. You’re contributing to sustainable development, playing a key role in shaping communities and improving the quality of life for residents. With an Applied Land Use Planning Certificate, your knowledge and skills will be taken to another level. So will the impact you can make.

 

Is This Program Right For You?

This program is designed for individuals who are:

  • 🗸 Busy people juggling career and personal commitments
  • 🗸Land use, envi­ron­men­tal, and com­mu­ni­ty plan­ners, as well as plan­ning tech­ni­cians
  • 🗸Devel­op­ment offi­cers, resources man­agers, and zon­ing admin­is­tra­tors
  • 🗸Gov­ern­ment offi­cials, devel­op­ers, con­sul­tants, and lawyers
  • 🗸Admin­is­tra­tors in small­er munic­i­pal­i­ties and anyone interested in the field of land use planning

 

Questions? Contact us at alup@ualberta.ca

 

 

What You'll Learn
  • 🗸Understand the importance of engaging and consulting with citizens while gaining tools to effectively achieve it.
  • 🗸Explore the process of municipal planning, with a focus on land use and development.
  • 🗸Apply community planning to modern issues, including new urbanism, business revitalization, transportation planning, and urban sprawl.
  • 🗸Examine land use bylaws and the wide range of legal considerations for planning and development.

 

What You'll Earn
  • 🗸 You’ll earn an Applied Land Use Planning Certificate after completing all the program requirements. Or take individual courses to add new skills and advance your career.

 

Cost +
  • Approximate cost of the full program:$5,800 - $6,000 CAD effective Fall 2025
  • Submit your program declaration at no extra cost
  • Flexible payment – pay course-by-course as you go
  • Courses are GST-exempt.
  • Some courses may require additional resources, such as textbooks
Program Details +
  • This program is comprised of four core courses and 110 hours of electives. Three courses are 39 hours and one is 28 hours, for a total of 312 instructional hours.
  • It’s designed for part-time study and can generally be completed within one to two years.
  • You have the flexibility to schedule courses around your availability. Most students complete 1–2 courses per term.
  • If you’re new to Applied Land Use Planning, it’s recommended to complete EXLUP 8215 Community Planning Process first, but courses can be completed in any order.
  • Grading is through assessments, which might include quizzes, exams, discussion forums, papers, group work, and presentations.
  • It’s a flexible online experience, with the courses offered as asynchronous or bichronous. More info about online delivery formats can be found here.
  • Course materials are shared in CE Canvas. Some courses may require additional resources, such as textbooks.
  • The student with the highest GPA will be awarded the Alberta Development Officers of Alberta (ADOA) Achievement Award, which includes a one-year membership to ADOA.
Funding & Scholarships +

You could be eligible for funding and scholarships – explore your Funding and Scholarship Opportunities.

Receiving Your Certificate +
  • After you successfully complete your program requirements, you’ll receive an email letting you know when your certificate is ready. If you have any questions about your credentials, please contact the program office. Once you receive your certificate, you’ll also be eligible to become a UAlberta Associate Alumni.
Transferability +
  • One course in this pro­gram is also trans­fer­able to the NACLAA Level II program
  • To learn about transferability from other institutions, see our Transfer Credit information
International Students +
  • International Students are welcome to enroll and pay the same course fees as local students.
  • Proficiency in English and a stable internet connection are needed to participate and succeed in our courses.
  • Please note that non-credit programming does not qualify for a study permit, therefore, this program cannot be used for immigration to Canada. For more information, please contact University of Alberta International Student Services.
Student Services + Resources +

Additional Details

Application

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