Urban and Metropolitan Studies, BS
Are you passionate about improving your community? As the population in urban areas grows, so does the demand for leaders who are prepared to solve the challenges generated by growth. Through hands-on coursework, this degree can help you begin a career that allows you to influence change.
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STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
International students (F1), this program is not eligible for the STEM-OPT extension.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
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Degree description
Located in the heart of downtown Phoenix, the Bachelor of Science program in urban and metropolitan studies equips you to understand urban theory in order to effectively address the challenges of rapid growth along with other contemporary urban issues.
In this program, you discover what makes the city tick --- and the city is your classroom. You examine challenges and solutions by researching history, society, culture, economy and politics in order to understand urban theory, and you use that knowledge to get involved in your community. This gives you an outlet through which you can experience practical ways of solving complex problems faced by metropolitan regions. When you invested in your neighborhood, you learn how to improve urban health and well-being, often training yourself to be a future leader of urban environments. Or you can focus on making a wide variety of other contributions to society, studying the role of arts and culture, business and property development, and revitalization and community-building in the life of the region.
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The following learning outcomes highlight some of the knowledge and skills you'll develop to support your future success.
- Analyze the basic factors affecting the development of urban policies.
- Use management principles to work effectively in complex urban organizations.
- Apply research and analytic tools to urban public problems.
Analyze the basic factors affecting the development of urban policies.Admission requirements
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All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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Explore expanded study opportunities
When you pursue concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”), you earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with your academic advisor, you can create your own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.
As populations grow and lead to urban sprawl, countries around the world grapple with how to best serve society. Global Education programs expose students to challenges large urban and metropolitan cities face in Europe, South America, Africa and Asia. Students experience cultural immersion and can research ways to improve and solve complex issues faced by urban and metropolitan cities.
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The transdisciplinary approach of the urban and metropolitan studies program ensures its graduates are prepared for work in a wide range of fields. Graduates successfully enter fields as diverse as urban management, revitalization, community development, urban sustainability and urban planning.
Some careers require additional graduate-level studies and professional experience. Students in the program are advised to explore their options with academic and career advisors to prepare an appropriate program of study and a plan to participate in an internship that complements their long-term professional goals.
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