In addition to Faculties of Graduate Studies requirements for Admission, the Certificates require the following:
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Built and Landscape Heritage
a) 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) 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.
In addition, 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 in the Faculty of Environmental Design web site at: .
c) A current copy of the curriculum vitae/resume.
d) Three reference letters.
e)Â For applicants who are required to prove proficiency in English, a TOEFL score of 600 (paper-based); or 105 (Internet-based test); or an IELTS score of 7.5. This requirement can also be met by completing Tier III of the with a minimum grade of "A" on Academic Writing & Grammar III, "A" on Reading Comprehension & Proficiency III, and "A" on Listening Comprehension & Oral Fluency III.
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Designing Smart and Secure Communities
a) Statement of interest.
b) A current copy of the full curriculum vitae demonstrating relevant professional experience.
c) Three reference letters.
d)Â For applicants who are required to prove proficiency in English, a TOEFL score of 600 (paper-based); or 105 (Internet-based test); or an IELTS score of 7.5. This requirement can also be met by completing Tier III of the with a minimum grade of "A" on Academic Writing & Grammar III, "A" on Reading Comprehension & Proficiency III, and "A" on Listening Comprehension & Oral Fluency III.
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Sustainable Urban Design
a) 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 in the Faculty of Environmental Design web site at: .
b) Statement of interest.
c) A current copy of the curriculum vitae/resume.
d) Three reference letters.
e) For applicants who are required to prove proficiency in English, a TOEFL score of 600 (paper-based); or 105 (Internet-based test); or an IELTS score of 7.5. This requirement can also be met by completing Tier III of the with a minimum grade of "A" on Academic Writing & Grammar III, "A" on Reading Comprehension & Proficiency III, and "A" on Listening Comprehension & Oral Fluency III.
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