the geography: urban, regional and environmental planning major prepares students to be professional planners, who have strong foundations in the theory and practice of urban, regional, and environmental planning, prospective students will complete 32 credit hours of core and elective courses in planning, geography, and other related disciplines that will equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to function as successful planners. students will also have the opportunity to pick a minor that will complement their future career goals as planners.