School of Urban Studies
School of Urban Studies silvaaThe Urban Studies Program offers a bachelor of arts in urban studies with formal options in Global Urbanism and Community Development & Planning. The degree starts with an introduction into the discipline of urban studies with course topics on exploring cities, world development, and urban studies "in practice". The formal options deliver focused theory and skill-based courses that teach how to understand and impact the local and global dynamics of urban society. Graduates are prepared for public or private-sector jobs in areas such as housing and community development, planning, transportation, government agencies, and social services. The program is also excellent preparation for those interested in graduate study in such fields as community development, public administration, law or urban planning/design.
Undergraduate Programs
Major: Sustainable Urban Development
Major: Urban Design
Major: Urban Studies
- Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Urban Studies: Community Development and Planning
- Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Urban Studies: Geographic Information Systems and Spatial Planning