A Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning from Westfield State University can put you in the position to make impactful decisions that shape resilient, equitable and economically vibrant communities. Our faculty expertise across the multi-disciplinary fields of geography, planning, and sustainability will help you to develop the tools you need to address the world’s most pressing social and environmental problems and concerns.
Our planning major is the oldest available from any public college or university in New England, and the only program of its kind available in Southern New England. In addition to exceptional course offerings, we provide extensive research, travel, and internship opportunities for you to gain practical field experience in your areas of interest.
Choose from Six Concentrations
All of our majors share a set of foundations courses to develop students’ understanding of the history and practice of planning and the ‘triple bottom-line’ of sustainability: ecology, economy and equity. These courses also involve the acquisition of skills such as computer mapping, public participation techniques, data collection and geospatial analysis. Students then select one or more of our six concentrations in order to sharpen their ability to apply theory and techniques in specific areas. These concentrations often involve internships and independent studies in the focus area.