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University of the Witwatersrand Master in Urban Studies
University of the Witwatersrand

Master in Urban Studies

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    About: The Master in Urban Studies explores urban development, policy analysis, and the complexities of urban life. The program's interdisciplinary approach combines perspectives from various fields such as sociology, geography, and economics. You'll learn to analyze urban environments and address challenges cities face today.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in urban planning, public policy, and community development. Opportunities may include roles as urban planners, policy analysts, and research consultants. The degree prepares you to work in government agencies, non-profit organizations, and private sector firms focusing on urban issues.

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The Master in Urban studies is a multi-disciplinary master degree, including courses in Planning, Political Studies, Sociology, and History.

The degree is research-oriented and suited for students aiming at developing and consolidating their research skills, for careers involving research in academic, NGO, global institutions or government environments. Most lecturers involved have both a strong academic background and activist experience, and the degree focuses more specifically around issues of urban politics and governance, local democracy and justice, processes and politics of policy-making in Cities of the South.

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