BA in Urban Studies- Cities in Comparative and Historical Perspective in Stanford United States | Stanford University

Nearly 50% of the global population currently resides in urban areas, with this percentage increasing daily. The study of urban challenges requires a perspective that transcends national borders and temporal boundaries. This focus integrates methodologies from diverse fields such as anthropology, archaeology, art history, geography, and history to enable students to grasp the evolution of cities and their contemporary interconnections. Through this contextual approach, learners enhance their understanding of both the United States and the wider world, while gaining insights into historical and present-day urban dynamics.