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Master of Design Research (MDR) at University of Calgary

University of Calgary, Canada

Programme overview

Master of Design Research (MDR) is a graduate programme of the University of Calgary, offered through the School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape. The School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape does not formally offer a part-time option.

Faculty: School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape  |  Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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Application information

Entry requirements

The MDR is a thesis-based degree that normally targets graduates of professional programs in architecture, planning and landscape architecture.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate academic term start dates are Fall (September 1), Winter (January 1), Spring (May 1) and Summer (July 1); intake terms vary by programme.

The graduate application fee is $125 for Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents and $145 for international students, per application; applications are made online and deadlines are set by each programme.

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