Urban Policy and Planning

Overview

The Department of Urban Policy and Planning offers two graduate degrees, an accredited Master of Urban Planning degree, and a Master of Science in Urban Affairs degree. Both programs combine theory and practice in order to provide students with an in-depth understanding and appreciation of urban planning and policy.

Since its creation by advocacy planner Paul Davidoff, in 1965, the department has consistently upheld a vision of urban policy and planning as multi-disciplinary fields. In keeping with this vision, the department’s faculty members represent a wide range of disciplines including architecture, economics, history, political science, public health, public policy, social work, sociology and urban planning. They collectively bring a wealth of academic and professional expertise to their teaching. The program also benefits greatly from a distinguished part-time faculty who bring practical experience and knowledge in both public and non-profit sectors into the classroom. The program offers specialized courses in advocacy, comparative politics, economic development, education, governance, health, housing, immigration, infrastructure, policy analysis, public and nonprofit management, sustainability and the environment, and transportation.

What can I do with my degree in Urban Policy and Planning?

Graduates pursue careers in the following areas: urban and regional planning, community planning and advocacy, economic development, environmental planning, transportation and infrastructure development, housing, public policy, and nonprofit management.

Urban Policy and Planing Programs and Courses

Programs and Courses in Urban Policy and Planning

Administration and Faculty

Chair:

Professor Joseph P. Viteritti
1606 West
(212) 772-5597
jviter@hunter.cuny.edu

Department Office:

1611 West
(212) 772-5518
Website:http://www.hunterurban.org
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Graduate Advisers:

Prof. John Chin, Program Director, Graduate Program in Urban Planning
1614 West
(212) 772-5603
john.chin@hunter.cuny.edu

Prof. Jill Simone Gross, Program Director, Graduate Program in Urban Policy and Leadership
1610 West
(212) 772-5600
jill.s.gross@hunter.cuny.edu

Faculty

Department Faculty