The multi-disciplinary structure of the Department of Urban Planning and Real Estate, Chung-Ang University offers unique opportunities for students to pursue dual graduate degrees. All dual degrees depend upon admission to each program under the appropriate requirements. Both Master and Doctoral course Students interested in pursuing a dual degree should consult with the program coordinators.
Master of Science in Urban Studies and Master of Urban and Regional Planning
In 1998 a cooperative agreement was reached between the Levin College of Urban Affairs at Cleveland State University and the Department of Regional Development of Chung-Ang University in Seoul, Korea, to offer a dual Master of Science degree in Urban Studies/Urban and Regional Planning. The counterpart university will waive tuition.
Course of Study
Students who wish to spend the second year of the M.S. in Urban Studies program in residence in Seoul, Korea (or Cleveland, U.S.) must apply to the Program Director for admission well in advance of the semester(s) of intended residence.
Cooperative Doctor of Philosophy in Urban Studies and Public Affairs
A cooperative accredited degree program awarding a Doctor of Philosophy in Urban Studies and Public Affairs from Chung-Ang University in Seoul, Korea, and Cleveland State University's Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs began with an initial cohort of Chung-Ang students beginning in fall semester (August) 2005. Students will have one year of study at Cleveland State, one year of study at Chung-Ang and then joint examining and dissertation committees.
Professor Kang-Rae Ma,
