UBSN 8000 Seminar in Urban Studies

Course Description

This course is considered the core seminar in the graduate program in Urban Studies. It introduces students
to the interdisciplinary and scholarly examination of the factors and issues that affect the dynamics of the
urban environment. It focuses on the study of cities from three broad perspectives – human community,
built environment and natural systems.

Course Obectives:

The objective of this course is to:

• Introduce students to some of the major theoretical constructs, literature and scholars in urban
  studies
• Explore the interdisciplinary nature of urban studies
• Acquaint students with contemporary urban issues and problems such as transportation, crime,
  housing, environmental, political, social and economic forces

At the end of the course student should:

• Have an understanding of the multi-disciplinary nature of urban studies as a discipline
• Be able to identify the major challenges facing the urban environment
• Be knowledgeable of historical and contemporary scholars and research on the urban environment