Program Overview

Department of Urban & Regional Planning

The Department of Urban & Regional Planning is part of the College of Social Sciences at San Josť State University.

Graduate Programs

The department offers several graduate programs, including:

• Geographic Information Science, MS
• Geography, MA
  • The Master of Arts in Geography emphasizes human and physical geography with an emphasis in advanced learning in Geographic Information Sciences (GIS) and Urban Geography.
  • The program is a 30-credit program, and many classes are offered in the late afternoon, evening, or online.
  • All candidates for the Master of Arts in Geography must complete a Master's thesis project.
• Public Administration, MPA
• Urban Planning, MUP
  • The Master of Urban Planning (MUP) program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the field of urban planning.
  • The program includes courses and seminars in related disciplines, such as Environmental Studies and Urban and Regional Planning.

Undergraduate Programs

The department also offers several undergraduate programs, including:

• Geography, BA
• Geographic Information Science Minor
• Geography Minor
• Urban Studies Minor

Advanced Certificates

The department offers several advanced certificates, including:

• Affordable Housing
• Applications of Technology in Planning
• Community Design and Development
• Environmental Planning
• Geographic Information Science (GIS)
• Real Estate Development
• Transportation and Land Use Planning

Research

The department is involved in various research areas, including:

• Institute for Metropolitan Studies
• SAVI Center
• Mineta Transportation Institute
• Community Partnerships
• Faculty Research
• Student Achievements

Student Resources

The department provides various resources for students, including:

• URBP Courses
• Advisors
• Syllabi
• Courses and Schedules
• Get Social
• Scholarships

Events

The department hosts various events, including past events and upcoming events.