double dawg programs
CED offers several dual degrees under the UGA Double Dawgs Program, which gives ambitious and motivated students a competitive advantage in today’s knowledge economy. By earning both a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree in five years or less, students can save time and money while positioning themselves for success after graduation.
BLA+MLA
Current BLA students are welcome to apply to the BLA+MLA program. This program is a great option for aspiring landscape architects who would like to set themselves apart after graduation. The CED’s MLA program prepares students to lead the profession as outstanding practitioners, educators and scholars in the planning, design, and management of the natural and built environment. Click here to apply.
Requirements
- Minimum 3.7 overall GPA
- Letter of Intent
- Portfolio of Creative Work
- Three (3) Letters of Reference
- Completion of one Joint Interview with the BLA and MLA Program Coordinators
Admission
BLA students can apply to the BLA+MLA program during the fall semester of their third year. The BLA Program Coordinator, MLA Coordinator, and MLA Admission Committee review applications. The MLA Graduate Coordinator has final authority to grant admission.
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BLA+MUPD
This program is a great option for BLA students ready to enter the field of urban planning and design. The PAB-accredited Urban Planning and Design graduate program focuses on the physical planning and design of the built environment. The MUPD program is structured around planning studios which foster an energetic, collaborative and creative environment and pursues excellence through innovative teaching. Click here to apply.
Requirements
- Letter of Intent
- Portfolio of Creative Work
- Completion of one Joint Interview with the BLA and MUPD Program Coordinators
Admission
BLA students can apply to the BLA+MUPD program during the fall semester of their third year. BLA and MUPD Program Coordinators review applications. The MUPD Program Coordinator has final authority to grant admission.
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AB HIST+MHP
The AB History and Master of Historic Preservation dual degree program prepares students to lead the fields of historic preservation and public history, as well as pave the way for PhD studies in the humanities. This program is suitable for students looking for a career in history, preservation, non-profits, construction, cultural heritage tourism, design, and more.
Requirements
- Minimum 3.3 overall GPA
- Minimum 3.3 GPA in all HIST and/or HIPR courses
- Completion of at least one HIST course and at least one HIPR course
- Letter of Intent
- Transcript
- One (1) Letter of Recommendation from either HIST or HIPR faculty
Admission
Admission occurs by February of the student's fourth year, for matriculation as an MHP student in the fall of the fifth year. All admissions requirements to the MHP program are also required for admission to the graduate portion of the History/Historic Preservation Double Dawg program.
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AB Classics+MHP
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