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The University of Maryland’s competitive, professional graduate degrees in architecture, community planning, historic preservation and real estate development prepare students for careers that drive impact in our built environment. Our academic culture is interdisciplinary, innovative and forward-thinking, delivering the skills you’ll need to shape more sustainable, resilient, and inclusive communities.

Master of Architecture

The Master of Architecture (M.Arch) degree is a STEM-designated, NAAB-accredited professional degree. This rigorous, studio-focused program is the first step on the path toward licensure as a practicing architect in North America. 

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Master of Community Planning

The Master of Community Planning (M.C.P.) is a professional degree accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board. The MCP offers a broad curriculum to prepare students for careers in housing, community, development, transportation planning, economic development and environmental planning.

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Master of Historic Preservation

The Master of Historic Preservation (M.H.P.) meshes individual and collaborative coursework with practical experience to explore the pressing issues of the historic preservation profession including conservation, preservation planning and design, economic development, public policy, and cultural diversity.

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Master of Real Estate Development

The Master of Real Estate Development (MRED) degree is a flexible program for working professionals that embraces a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary approach to real estate education. The foundation of our program centers on the Quadruple Bottom Line, underscoring the importance of economic viability, environmental respect, social responsibility and beautiful design.

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PhD in Urban and Regional Planning and Design

The University of Maryland’s PhD in Urban and Regional Planning and Design is a small, highly competitive program that encompasses the critical disciplines of our built environment, including urban planning, design, historic preservation, and real estate development. It prepares students for positions in academia, public policy, research, and the nonprofit sector.

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Dual Master's Degree

The School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation offers fifteen dual-degree options for students who wish to explore professional formation beyond a singular discipline, capitalizing on the depth and breadth of offerings at the University of Maryland.

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