Graduate Certificate in Urban Design and Development at University of Idaho

Programme overview

The Urban Design & Development Graduate Certificate provides an interdisciplinary learning experience to develop skills, knowledge, and expertise in shaping the future of cities through innovative and sustainable urban design approaches. Through curriculum offered, this program fosters creative research and speculative design thinking that equips students with the skill sets necessary to lead urban design and development for more livable and resilient communities.

Faculty: College of Art and Architecture | Department: Department of Architecture | Duration: 15 credits | Location: Moscow, ID, United States

What you will study

The programme requires 15 credits. Required courses listed include ARCH 4830 Urban Theory and Issues; LARC 5120 Landscape Analysis and Site Planning.

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Entry requirements

This certificate program is intended for students seeking graduate degrees in architecture, landscape architecture, or other related areas and professionals with a background in architecture, landscape architecture, planning, interior architectural design, public policy, environmental science, or related areas who want to develop and enhance their theoretical understanding and design expertise in sustainable urban design. Applicants must also meet University of Idaho College of Graduate Studies admission requirements.

Entry terms: fall (August start), spring (January start) and summer (mid-May start). Fall 2027 applications are open and the university admits on a rolling basis.

Law (JD): apply through the LSAC portal; the Fall 2027 application opens Sept. 1, 2026 and the final deadline is June 30, 2027. The application fee is $50 (waived through Jan. 15, 2027).

Apply through the official page: https://www.uidaho.edu/graduate-studies/admissions

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