• 专业概况
• 所属院系
• 中国学生入学要求
• 课程信息

专业概况

在这里学什么？

The Master of Urban Affairs (MUA) is designed for students seeking to develop a broad understanding of urban public policy, community development and service delivery, and the administration of public and private agencies in urban settings. The MUA provides the theoretical, analytical, and practical foundations for understanding the complexities of the urban environment.

Graduates of the program are prepared for careers in the public, private, or nonprofit sectors in which they will assemble and analyze information for policymaking, identify community needs and resources, and administer effective service-delivery programs. MUA graduates work in the fields of housing, health and social services, economic development, transportation management, and environmental protection, among many others. Many students obtain the MUA degree in preparation for further study, or to seek advancement in their current job or field.

The Master of Urban Affairs (MUA), requires the completion of 32 credits (eight courses) of study. The MUA degree may be earned within one year of full-time study or year and a half of part-time study and must be earned within a maximum of five years. Students are encouraged to participate in the Directed Internship Program for course credit through MET UA 804 Supervised Fieldwork.

Learning Outcomes: Understand and apply knowledge of the history and theory of urban and regional development, the structure and functions of urban systems, local and national policy-making processes, and the role of planning to create sustainable outcomes; Explain and assess the economic, environmental, political, social, and equity issues inherent in policy work and planning practice; Apply quantitative and qualitative research skills to theory-building, data-gathering and analysis, and planning and policy-making processes; Create relevant policy and planning solutions that incorporate the diverse perspectives of various stakeholders, including those of minority and disadvantaged communities; Mediate and communicate effectively in public (community) and policy settings.

所属院系

进入哪个院系学习？ Metropolitan College

中国学生入学要求

为来自中国的学生设计 Applicants with a four-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university or with equivalent international education may apply for admission. Other English Language Requirements: TOEFL Paper Based score of at least 550.

课程信息

学制：全日制(32 )

学费：US$54,720.00 (¥ 348,123) /年

开学时间：预计在八月 2022

申请截止日期：预计在June, November 2022

留学地点：Metropolitan College1010 Commonwealth Avenue, 3rd Floor,BOSTON,Massachusetts,02215, United States