Urban studies and postwar RECONSTRUCTION

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The Master's Program in Urban Studies and Postwar Reconstruction (URB) is suitable for anyone who wants to build a career in urban development or expand their existing knowledge and join the joint recovery of Ukrainian cities affected by Russian aggression, and the construction of a new urban ecosystem.

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EMPHASIS ON PRACTICE

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Our English-language program has a practical focus on preparing graduates to work effectively as analysts, advisors, and top managers in city councils, architectural firms, and other institutions. The program curriculum is based on the best teaching practices of European universities, ensuring that graduates will have the skills and knowledge necessary to address the most complex challenges of urban development and postwar reconstruction in Ukraine, shape new cities of the future, develop social urban spaces, and study urban migration processes.

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COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH

URB offers an interdisciplinary approach with an emphasis on management skills that allows graduates to view the city as a complex and multilayered phenomenon - the most challenging, long-term and sustainable project in human history. This unique approach helps graduates develop a deep understanding of the city and its people, the ability to challenge traditions without destroying them, and the ability to see and create opportunities in challenges and crises.

SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

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The program's curriculum is designed to provide students with skills in management, urban data analysis, history and anthropology, artificial intelligence and digital technologies, big data, economic planning, urban security and logistics, and academic writing. These skills are essential for further research in urban studies and building a successful career as an urban development professional.

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VALUE-BASED EDUCATION

URB focuses on developing not only hard and soft skills, but, above all, values. Value-based approach encourages graduates to challenge traditions, dream big, build visions, and structure the future. Graduates will learn to identify and solve complex problems and challenges in urban development, develop a strategic plan commissioned by the city authorities, and present research results convincingly, both orally and in the form of a written report and data visualization. These skills and values are critical for graduates who want to become effective leaders in their chosen field.

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PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Students of the program undergo internships at the best Ukrainian companies, government agencies, and international institutions. Graduates can work as urban planners, specialists in urban economics or urban security, or pursue academic careers as researchers.

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PROGRAM CURRICULUM

Start of studies

September 2024

Tuition fee

11,000 UAH / month220,000 UAH / total