In addition to Faculty of Graduate Studies requirements for Admission, the Certificates require the following:
Graduate Certificate in Built and Landscape Heritage
a) Statement of Interest
A clear, concise and substantive statement of interest (1,000 words), which informs the Admissions Committee of:
- the applicant’s reasons for pursuing the Certificate;
- how the applicant’s specific educational background and professional experience relates to heritage conservation.
b) Digital Portfolio
Applicants may submit a portfolio that provides examples of or illustrates the applicant’s design work, professional work, research, creative thinking, community action, planning products, or graphics and visual communication. The requirements for digital portfolio submissions are found on the School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape website at: .
c) Curriculum Vitae
A current copy of the curriculum vitae/resume.
d) Reference Letters
Three reference letters.
e) Proof of English Proficiency
For applicants who are required to prove proficiency in English, a minimum TOEFL score of 105 (Internet-based test); or IELTS score of 7.5; or CAEL overall score of 70, with a minimum score of 70 in each component. This requirement can also be met by completing the Academic Communication Certificate with a minimum grade of "A-" in each course.
f) Example of writing
One example of the applicant's previous academic or professional work such as a written essay, published research paper, major academic paper, thesis, design project, or consulting report.
Graduate
Certificate in Designing Smart and Secure Communities
a) Statement of Interest
b) Curriculum Vitae
A current copy of the full curriculum vitae demonstrating relevant professional experience.
c) Reference Letters
Three reference letters.
d) Proof of English Proficiency
For applicants who are required to prove proficiency in English, a minimum TOEFL score of 105 (Internet-based test); or IELTS score of 7.5; or CAEL overall score of 70, with a minimum score of 70 in each component. This requirement can also be met by completing the Academic Communication Certificate with a minimum grade of "A-" in each course.
Graduate
Certificate in Sustainable Urban Design
a) Statement of Interest
b) Digital Portfolio
Evidence of original and/or creative work in any field or medium. This could include design work, professional work, research, creative ability, or ideas related to their statement of interest in Urban Design. The requirements for digital portfolio submissions are found on the School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape website at: .
c) Curriculum Vitae
A current copy of the curriculum vitae/resume.
d) Reference Letters
Three reference letters.
e) Proof of English Proficiency
For applicants who are required to prove proficiency in English, a minimum TOEFL score of 105 (Internet-based test); or IELTS score of 7.5; or CAEL overall score of 70, with a minimum score of 70 in each component. This requirement can also be met by completing the Academic Communication Certificate with a minimum grade of "A-" in each course.
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