Urban History

AY2024/2025 Semester 1

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the discipline of urban history. It is intended for undergraduates with an interest in learning more about the nature, development, and experience of urban spaces in the past. The course will be particularly valuable for students keen on furthering research on urban history, such as city biographies and urban networks. It will also give students an opportunity to consider careers related to urbanism, such as public policy and urban planning.