Joint PhD Program in Urban Systems
- New Jersey Institute of Technology
- Rutgers University Newark
- University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
Core Curriculum
Full time students may complete all coursework within 2 years, although many doctoral students are employed professionals and part time enrollment is common and acceptable. Courses are taught at a range of times and generally meet once a week for 3 hours. The faculty attempt to schedule courses to meet the needs of working students.
Core Curriculum, Research Core and Dissertation Sequence
The 72-credit PhD curriculum consists of a 18-credit core curriculum, a 12-credit research core, a 18-credit specialization component, and a 24-credit dissertation sequence. Transfer credits are acceptable if the coursework is consonant with the student's plan of study.
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Core Curriculum (18cr) |
Urban Systems I: History and Future of the Metropolis |
3cr |
Urban Systems II: Urban Populations |
3cr |
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Urban Systems III: Cities in World Perspective |
3cr |
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Determinants & Consequences of Urban Health |
3cr |
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The Good City |
3cr |
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Urban Education Systems |
3cr |
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Research Core (12cr) |
Qualitative Methods |
3cr |
Quantitative Methods |
3cr |
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An Advanced research methods course or GIS |
3cr |
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Elective by advisement |
3cr |
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Specialization Core (18cr) |
Specialization Requirements: Urban Health, Urban Environments, or Urban Health Policy |
9cr |
Electives: In consultation with dissertation committee |
9cr |
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Dissertation Sequence (24cr) |
Continuing dissertation preparation |
24cr |