Program Overview

University of Michigan Programs

The University of Michigan offers a range of programs through its Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning.

Academics

The university provides various academic programs, including:

• Undergraduate programs:
  • Architecture
  • Urban Technology
  • Architecture Minor
  • Real Estate Development Minor
• Graduate programs:
  • Architecture
  • Urban and Regional Planning
  • Dual Degrees
  • Certificates
• Post-Professional programs:
  • Digital & Material Technologies
  • Urban Design
  • Ph.D. in Architecture
  • Ph.D. in Urban & Regional Planning
• Pre-College programs:
  • ArcPrep
  • ArcStart
• Continuing Education programs:
  • Online and Continuing Education

Course Details

One of the courses offered is Urban Transportation Policy (UT 402, Section 2), which will be taught in Winter 2026 by Instructor Joe Grengs.

• Term: Winter 2026
• Section: 2
• Class Number: 32638
• Credits: 3
• Required: No
• Elective: Yes
• Meeting times: Monday, Wednesday, 10-11:30am, 2213 A&AB

Course Brief

The course explores the dynamic world of transportation policy, laying the foundation for understanding the pivotal role urban transportation plays in city life. It examines fundamental theories, concepts, and historical context of transportation policy, offering a comprehensive overview of the mechanisms driving transportation systems in the United States. The course emphasizes social equity, environmental sustainability, and technological innovation, engaging students with real-world case studies and policy reform initiatives. Topics include the evolution of transportation infrastructure, multimodal transportation planning, regulatory frameworks, and the impact of transportation on environmental and social justice issues.

Research and Facilities

The university is involved in various research initiatives and has facilities such as:

• Art and Architecture Building
• Digital Fabrication and Robotics Lab
• Taubman Visualization Lab
• Wood Shop, Metals Lab, Computer Lab
• Printing Lab
• Liberty Research Annex

Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning

The college is located at 2000 Bonisteel Boulevard, Ann Arbor, MI, USA. It offers a range of programs and research opportunities, with a focus on architecture, urban planning, and related fields.