Dr. Peter Jacobs

Professor

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Biography

Peter Jacobs is an esteemed professor at the School of Landscape Architecture within the Faculty of Environmental Design at the Université de Montréal. Over a distinguished career, he has contributed significantly to the fields of landscape architecture, urban design, and sustainable development. He has been a visiting professor at the Harvard Graduate School of Design and a speaker across North America, Europe, and Latin America. Jacobs is known for his work in regional and urban landscape management, visual analysis, and equitable sustainable development. His extensive involvement in numerous Canadian environmental committees demonstrates his commitment to environmental conservation and landscape planning. Jacobs has received several prestigious awards, including being appointed a Member of the Order of Canada and the Beatrix Farrand Distinguished Fellow at Dumbarton Oaks. He has played a significant role in pioneering landscape design projects in Montreal, where he collaborates with municipal services for the development of public spaces. Jacobs’ academic contributions extend to supervising graduate students, with research focusing on the intersection of landscape perception and cultural narratives.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Université de Montréal • Montréal, Canada

Professor in the School of Landscape Architecture, focusing on landscape planning and urban design.

Awards

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Member of the Order of Canada

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Emeritus Professor

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Fellow

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Frederick G. Todd Award

Requirements for Université de Montréal

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
MSc in Pharmacology or equivalent Research supervisor confirmation
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • Birth certificate
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of French proficiency (B2/C1)
Specialization Notes

Department of Pharmacology and Physiology - Research intensive with options in Neuropharmacology and Pharmacogenomics.