Comprehensive Examination
Successful completion of a comprehensive written and oral project-oriented examination is required of all students seeking the Master of Planning degree. The examination is project-oriented and emphasizes the analysis and solution of a real-world planning problem. Students are expected to synthesize knowledge and skills drawn from both the core courses and electives in their concentration. The exam is designed to serve students in each of the program's concentrations, and students must declare their concentration in advance of their candidacy for the exam.
The comprehensive examination is normally given in the spring semester of each year. Students usually take the examination in the last semester of their second year. A faculty committee appointed by the dean administers the examination. Examinations are graded on an honors/pass/fail basis. Students who are not successful on the comprehensive examination may retake it once, within one year of the first exam.