UVA’s MS in Urban and Environmental Planning trains students to build equitable, livable, and sustainable communities. With coursework in land use, transportation planning, GIS, housing, and policy analysis, students prepare for roles in public service, consulting, and nonprofit advocacy.
Transit-oriented development analysis for small metro areas
Environmental justice assessment of zoning ordinances
Walkability audits and design improvements for rural towns
Affordable housing policy modeling using HUD datasets
Greenway planning and trail network connectivity analysis
Floodplain redevelopment strategies under climate projections
Scenario planning for post-disaster recovery zones
Comprehensive plan redesign for sustainable land use
Public participation mapping using digital survey tools
Regional food systems planning for urban food deserts
Design standards for mixed-income, mixed-use infill projects
GIS modeling of air quality near transportation corridors
Smart growth frameworks for university-adjacent neighborhoods
Zoning reform proposals for adaptive reuse of vacant buildings
Cross-sector analysis of park equity and urban health outcomes
Shape more equitable and sustainable cities through UVA’s interdisciplinary Planning MS program.
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