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Degree Programs
PhD in Urban Affairs and Public Policy
Ph.D. degree in Urban Affairs and Public Policy
Program Description
The Ph.D. in Urban Affairs and Public Policy is a research-oriented degree that is well respected in the field for its quality of scholarship and service. We welcome applicants who have been active in their field and who wish to pursue advanced graduate work as well as those who have recently completed master's level programs in urban affairs, public or environmental policy, or a social science field. top
Research Specialization
Ph.D. students in Urban Affairs and Public Policy have three established areas of specialization from which to choose. This specialization will be reflected in your area of dissertation expertise as well as help us determine your research center affiliation and the assignment to an appropriate research assistantship for full-time students.
· Governance Planning and Management
· Social and Urban Policy
· Technology, Environment and Society
Check out our research specialization page for more specific and detailed information. top
Curriculum Requirements
View the curriculum. The program has three components, which are demonstrated more fully in our typical program of study for study for full-time students.
- A core curriculum and qualifying examination (Year 1)
- Development of an area of research specialization (Year 2)
- Preparation and defense of a dissertation (Year 3 and beyond)
Old curriculum
Students who entered PRIOR to fall 2005 may follow the old curriculum or elect to complete the new curriculum. top
School of Urban Affairs & Public Policy
184 Graham Hall |
University of Delaware |
Newark, DE 19716
phone 302 831 1687 |
e-mail suapp@udel.edu
| fax 302 831 3296
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