The Master’s Degree in Urban and Regional Planning is offered in a hybrid format, comprises 36 credits, and is designed to be completed in three semesters*.
*Three-semester duration, provided that all credits are taken each semester.**
**Students may choose as many credits as they consider appropriate based on their available time and budget, with a minimum of 4 credits.
Students in this master’s degree may choose one of the following graduation options: a scholarly article, a public policy paper, or a consulting or social innovation project. In addition, they may earn a special certificate awarded by the University by completing and passing 8 credits in one of the following concentrations:
In addition, they may earn a special certificate awarded by the University by completing and passing 8 credits in one of the following concentrations:
The master’s degree is designed to be completed in three semesters, for a total of 36 credits.
Territorial Planning Instruments
Territorial Planning Instruments (4 credits), hybrid format:
4
Concentration credits
Concentration credits (4 credits):
Students in this master’s program may opt for a special certificate awarded by the University by completing and passing 8 credits in one of the following concentrations:
To pursue a concentration, students must enroll in specific courses suggested by Cider for “Concentration credits (4 credits)” and “Elective (4 credits).”
4
Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies
Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies (2 credits), hybrid format.
This course aims to create a collaborative learning environment in which students acquire the fundamental elements needed to understand and act through interdisciplinary approaches in the fields of study encompassed by CIDER’s mission. This is achieved by applying interdisciplinary thinking to theoretical work, the understanding of social phenomena, social action, and public policy decision-making. This entails a robust theoretical discussion of interdisciplinary practice, along with extensive practical application to the subjects of study that interest students.
2
Introduction to Research Methods
Introduction to Research Methods (2 credits), hybrid format.
This course provides a foundation in research methodology and introduces the questions of how and why research is conducted, drawing on elements from different disciplines, paradigms, research trajectories, and perspectives within interdisciplinary research.
2
Urban and Regional Planning: History, Theories, and Challenges
Urban and Regional Planning: History, Theories, and Challenges (4 credits), hybrid format:
4
Territorial governance, urban policies, and collective action
Territorial Governance, Urban Policies, and Collective Action (4 credits), hybrid format:
4
Thesis Project 1
Degree Project 1 (2 credits), asynchronous self-directed work.
Students may enroll in these courses to advance their research, with the support of their degree project supervisor. Each course will include a guide and a grading rubric. These courses will be offered throughout the five 8-week cycles administered by the University, allowing students to enroll in them flexibly according to their progress in the program.
2
Degree Project 2
Degree Project 2 (2 credits), asynchronous self-directed work.
Students may enroll in these credits to advance their research independently, with the support of their degree project supervisor. This level will include a guide and a grading rubric. This level will be offered throughout the five 8-week cycles administered by the University, allowing students to enroll in it flexibly according to their progress in the program.
2
Social Innovation Elective
Social Innovation Elective (4 credits), hybrid format.
Courses that develop competencies in thematic or methodological areas related to social innovation, in accordance with the offerings submitted by the program.
4
Data Analytics
Data Analytics (4 credits), hybrid format.
This course provides theoretical and practical tools for data analysis. We will explore and understand quantitative methods and tools widely used in development studies over the past two decades. By the end of the course, students will be able to apply these methods both in their research or consulting projects and in their professional practice.
4
Territory Analysis Workshop
Territorial Analysis Workshop (4 credits), hybrid format:
The workshop aims to foster reflection on and critical analysis of cases and experiences in territorial planning, management, and governance in various cities, regions, and rural areas of Colombia. It also seeks to discuss new regulatory frameworks, issues, innovations, and challenges related to territorial planning and development.
4
Elective**
Elective (4 credits):
4
Research analysis and writing
Research Analysis and Writing (2 credits),
This course provides students with skills to analyze information collected during research and present it in academic articles, public policy documents, or doctoral monographs.
2
Thesis 3
Thesis Project 3 (2 credits), asynchronous independent work.
Students may enroll in these credits to advance their research independently, with the support of their thesis supervisor. This level will be accompanied by a guide and a grading rubric. It will be offered throughout the University’s five 8-week cycles, allowing students to enroll flexibly according to their progress in the program.
2
Social Innovation Workshop
Social Innovation Workshop (4 credits), hybrid format.
4
Consulting
Consulting (4 credits), hybrid format.
4
Hybrid format
Classes every two weeks.
*The final schedule and class days depend on the number of credits the student enrolls in.
We know that personal life is just as important as academic life, which is why you can choose as many credits as you consider appropriate, based on your available time and budget.
More information:
Nataly Guanumen Rodríguez
Applicant Experience Advisor
📩 ln.guanumen@uniandes.edu.co
📞3324060. Ext: 7231
🏦Office GB-421
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