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We are excited to announce updated application timelines for our programs! 
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Do you want to design a better world – one that is healthier, more sustainable, vibrant and equitable? The School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape offers a range of studies that broaden how students think about the world around them – from objects and buildings to cities and regions. Study abroad, collaborative builds, and community-engaged projects bring students together. Discover how to change the world through challenge-based learning, collaborations with industry and prototyping solutions.

Undergraduate programs offer hands-on experiences, the graduate professional programs provide the accredited education required to become licensed architects, urban planners and landscape architects, and the research degrees seek to further innovation in the built environment.


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Upcoming Events

Hear from students, professors and alumni. Gather information through webinars, tours, Q&As and portfolio guidance sessions to learn more about SAPL programs, student experience and career paths. Find registration information below. 

If you have any questions, please email us: graduate programs (admissions@sapl.ucalgary.ca); undergraduate programs (bdci@sapl.ucalgary.ca). 

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Ask SAPL

Join us for a virtual drop-in question and answer period! We will be available for the hour to make sure that you get fast, clear, and accurate answers to all your admission questions. We will discuss all SAPL programs, including the professional graduate and undergraduate programs.

Friday, September 19 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM (MT)

Wednesday, October 15 | 4:00 - 5:00 PM (MT)

Thursday, November 20 | 10:00 - 11:00 AM (MT)

Tuesday, December 2 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM (MT)


Open Houses

Meet our dedicated faculty, friendly staff, and current students who will share their experiences and insights. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about our programs and discover how we can help you achieve your goals.

SAPL Graduate Open House

Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 PM MT
Location: SAPL City Building Design Lab - 616 Macleod Trail SE

Register here

UCalgary Open House

Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM MT
Location: University of Calgary - 2500 University Drive NW

Register here


Bachelor of Design in City Innovation

The Bachelor of Design in City Innovation (BDCI) degree will give you the tools and skills necessary to create positive change in the built environment, and to address complex issues affecting cities. 

Please visit our webpage to learn more about the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation (BDCI) program.

More sessions will be announced soon.


Professional Programs

Join us for our featured information sessions about the Master of Architecture, Master of Planning, and Master of Landscape Architecture. We hope to see you there! 

Visit our program pages to learn more about our three different graduate programs.

Student Portfolio Tips | Wednesday, September 17 | 4:00 - 5:00 PM (MT)

Take part in an online event where current students from each of our three professional graduate programs will share how to prepare a portfolio that strengthens your application.

Register here

Application Overview | Monday, October 27 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM (MT)

Attend an informative online event designed to help you navigate the application process for our graduate programs. Our team will provide valuable insights, tips, and strategies to strengthen your application. Bring your questions and let us guide you through the steps to successfully apply and join our vibrant academic community!

Register here

Beyond SAPL/Alumni Panel | Wednesday, December 3 | 5:00 - 6:00 PM (MT)

Join us for an inspiring online event featuring alumni from our three professional graduate programs. They will share their unique career journeys and how their experiences at SAPL shaped their professional paths. Gain valuable insights into various industries, learn about the impact of our programs on their success, and discover how you can leverage your education to achieve your career goals. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with our accomplished alumni and ask your questions!

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Master of Design Research

SAPL's Master of Environmental Design (MEDes) program is now officially called the Master of Design Research (MDR). The new name reflects the post-professional, thesis-based nature of the program and its alignment with design-focused research across architecture, planning, and landscape architecture.

A research-intensive, thesis-based master’s degree for recent graduates of professional architecture, planning, or landscape architecture programs who want to extend their education to explore an area of expertise or practice specialization that will build their CV, increase their value to prospective employers, and accelerate their career objectives.

To learn more about Master of Design Research (MDR), visit the program webpage.

MDR Program Info Session | Wednesday, October 22 | 10:00 - 11:00 AM (MT)

Join us online to explore our Master of Design Research (MDR) thesis-based program, which combines community engagement, industry partnerships, and transdisciplinary project-based learning.


Doctor of Design

Develop a work-integrated, design-based research program to elevate your career while remaining embedded full-time in practice. 

Please visit our webpage to learn more about the Doctor of Design (DDes) program.  

More sessions will be announced soon. 

Past Webinars

Can't make one of the scheduled sessions but interested in changing the future of cities? Watch the recorded sessions on the SAPL YouTube Channel

Doctor of Design (DDes)

Info Session Webinar

Master's Programs Applications

Info Session  Webinar

More webinars

Explore our YouTube channel for more recorded sessions