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+MHP

The joint Landscape Architecture B.L.A./M.H.P Preservation Double Dawgs degree pathway prepares students to be leaders in the fields of historic preservation, cultural landscape, and community planning, as well as providing a pathway into Ph.D. programs in social science and humanities fields. The Master of Historic Preservation is the terminal degree in the field of historic preservation, and would allow graduates access to employment options at local, state, and federal government levels, would prepare them to work in the non-profit cultural heritage sector, as well as to find employment in the construction, cultural heritage tourism, and design industries.

Requirements

• Students may apply to the joint Landscape Architecture B.L.A/ M.H.P. Preservation pathway during the fall semester of the third year.
• 3.0 overall GPA and 3.0 in all LAND or HIPR courses
• successful completion of at least one HIPR and one LAND course
• Letter of Intent
• Transcript
• At least one letter of recommendation from either LAND or HIPR faculty

Admission

Admission to the graduate program occurs by February of the fourth year, for matriculation as an M.H.P. student in fall of the fifth year. All admissions requirements to the M.H.P. program are also required for admission to the graduate portion of the Landscape Architecture B.L.A./Historic Preservation M.H.P. Double Dawgs program.

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.

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.

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

AB Classics+MHP