Important Notice: Our web hosting provider recently started charging us for additional visits, which was unexpected. In response, we're seeking donations. Depending on the situation, we may explore different monetization options for our Community and Expert Contributors. It's crucial to provide more returns for their expertise and offer more Expert Validated Answers or AI Validated Answers. Learn more about our hosting issue here.

What are the differences between the Master of Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) and the Master of Urban Studies (MUS) programs?

0
Posted

What are the differences between the Master of Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) and the Master of Urban Studies (MUS) programs?

0

The Master of Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) program is a 72-credit graduate program that prepares students for professional planning practice. Graduates of the program will acquire skills suiting them for employment in public agencies, private firms, and non-profit organizations involved in the urban development process. The Master of Urban Studies (MUS) program is a 52-credit graduate program that gives students skills to study and interpret urban phenomena from a variety of viewpoints, also suitable for employment by public agencies, private firms, and non-profit organizations. Since the core curriculum of the MUS program mirrors that of the Urban Studies Ph.D. program, MUS students can make a relatively easy transition into the doctoral program, if they apply and are accepted. In any case, the MUS program is academically focused on researching the urban environment. The Association of Collegiate Schools of Planning (ACSP) defines planning as: “a systematic, creative way to infl

Related Questions

What is your question?

*Sadly, we had to bring back ads too. Hopefully more targeted.

Experts123