University of South Florida College of Arts and Sciences 15 courses 9 total credits
TOTAL MINOR HOURS: 15Understanding the economic, social, cultural, political and spatial phenomena of urban areas, and how they came to be, is essential if one is to thrive in today’s world. The Urban Studies minor offers students the opportunity to supplement their education and training with a focus on the problems and potentials of the urban world around us. Eighty percent of Americans live in one of the country’s nearly 400 major metropolitan areas. The Urban Studies curriculum begins with an interdisciplinary Introduction to Urban Studies and then weaves the multidisciplinary urban offerings into a coherent understanding of urban life. This highly interdisciplinary minor is a great complement to any degree program. Students who are interested in pursuing a Masters of Urban and Regional Planning are strongly encouraged to consider this field of study.
| Total Credits | 9 credits |
Minor Core
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| URP 4052 | Urban Planning and Sustainability | 3 |
| URP 4053 | Planning for Equitable Cities | 3 |
| URS 3002 | Introduction to Urban Studies | 3 |
| Total Minor Core | 9 credits | |
Minor Electives
Select six (6) credit hours from the following list.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AMH 3530 | Immigration History | 3 |
| ANT 4442 | Urban Life and Culture | 3 |
| ARC 4784 | The City | 3 |
| CCJ 3014 | Crime and Justice in America | 3 |
| PAD 4930 | Selected Topics in Public Administration and Public Policy | 3 |
| PUP 4002 | Public Policy | 3 |
| SOW 3210 | The American Social Welfare System | 3 |
| SYD 4410 | Urban Sociology | 3 |
| SYD 4411 | Urban Life | 3 |
| URP 4050 | Introduction to Urban Planning | 3 |
| URS 4930 | Special Topics in Urban Studies | 3 |
| PAD 2000 | Introduction to Public and Community Service | 3 |
| Total Minor Electives | 6 credits | |
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