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Master in Urban Analytics and Policy (UAP)
earn a master in urban analytics and policy from the Biden School
The fundamental learning goals of the Master in Urban Analytics and Policy (UAP) at the Biden School are the development of skills in data science, analytics, analysis, and ethics; critical thinking, concept integration, and rigorous examination of the conditions of society; articulation of the consequences and implications of changes to public policy; and effective communication of findings to the policy world through policy analysis and data visualization.
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- What Can I do with a Master's Degree in Urban Analytics and Policy?
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- Career Outcomes
Graduates of the MA program in Urban Analytics and Policy will be able to:
- Analyze policy-relevant data through the use of data science and analytics tools including computer programming, statistical analysis, machine learning and AI, geographic information systems, and data visualization;
- Understand, implement, and communicate the algorithmic models of modern data analysis, machine learning, and artificial intelligence as they are applied to urban policy;
- Evaluate applications of analytics, informatics, and data science to urban policy and administration in the context of data ethics, algorithmic bias, and equity;
- Apply critical thinking to understand the issues of urban society;
- Engage with the communities that comprise urban society;
- Integrate concepts from multiple disciplines in relation to urban society and policy;
- Rigorously examine the conditions of urban society;
- Articulate the consequences and the implications of changes to public policy to policy makers and to the public;
- Effectively communicate the results of their work to communities and to the policy world.
Students must complete 36 credit hours of graduate work. All students are required to attain a grade of B- or better in all courses counted towards the degree. In accordance with University policy, students must also maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0.
Biden School graduates work in academia, politics, government, law, policy, activism, non-profits, and the private sector.
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- Apply online with the UD Graduate College
- Gather relevant documents to upload
- Submit your application
MA UAP Admissions Deadlines
- Fall Admission: December 15 (priority deadline)
- Fall Admission: August 15 (regular deadline)
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Urban Data Science Certificate
Graduate certificates are perfect for mid-career professionals who want a continuing education program, students who want a specialized add-on to their degree, or students who wish to ease into graduate study. These 12-credit opportunities are open both to existing UD undergraduate and graduate students and to external applicants.
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