Introduction to the Program

Get all the keys to master Urban Sociology thanks to TECH”

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In a world in constant population growth and urbanization, Urban Sociology has become an increasingly relevant discipline. It is evident that cities have become the scenario where most of the world's population is concentrated,  which brings with it relevant challenges to face. Therefore, the Postgraduate certificate in Urban Sociology is presented as a unique opportunity to specialize in this area and address the social dynamics that occur in cities.

The main objective of this degree is to provide students with a global vision of the social, cultural, political and economic dynamics that occur in the urban environment. The syllabus of the Postgradate Degree covers topics such as the structure and spatial organization of cities, cultural and social Diversity, Citizen Participation, Urban Violence, Urban Planning and Management, among others. This way, students will specialize in analyzing the social and political problems of cities from a critical and reflective approach, proposing viable and effective solutions.

In order to ensure the greatest efficiency in the educational cycle, the program is delivered in a 100% online format, which allows students to access the contents from anywhere and at any time. In addition, the Relearning pedagogical methodology, which is used in the creation of all the content, ensures that key concepts and terminology are reiterated throughout the entire syllabus, resulting in a much more natural and efficient learning process. But the Postgraduate certificate is also characterized by its flexibility in terms of the organization of academic resources, which allows students to adapt their studies to their own needs and learning pace.

Master data sources and forms of representation and forms of representation that facilitate research in the field of the city”

This Postgraduate certificate in Urban Sociology contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

  • The development of case studies presented by experts in Urban Sociology
  • The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
  • Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
  • Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
  • Theoretical lessons, questions for experts, discussion forums on controversial issues and individual reflection work
  • Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection 

You will explore the functionality of public spaces on the basis of the latest advances in the field”

The program includes in its teaching staff professionals from the sector who bring to this training the experience of their work, as well as recognized specialists from leading companies and prestigious universities.

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby students must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, students will be assisted by an innovative, interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

You will address the most relevant problems of the urban sphere with TECH”

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You will master each and every one of the theories of Urban  of Urban Sociology, positioning you as a reference”

Why study at TECH?

TECH is the world’s largest online university. With an impressive catalog of more than 14,000 university programs available in 11 languages, it is positioned as a leader in employability, with a 99% job placement rate. In addition, it relies on an enormous faculty of more than 6,000 professors of the highest international renown.  

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Study at the world's largest online university and guarantee your professional success. The future starts at TECH” 

 

The world’s best online university according to FORBES 

The prestigious Forbes magazine, specialized in business and finance, has highlighted TECH as “the world's best online university” This is what they have recently stated in an article in their digital edition in which they echo the success story of this institution, “thanks to the academic offer it provides, the selection of its teaching staff, and an innovative learning method aimed at educating the professionals of the future” 

A revolutionary study method, a cutting-edge faculty and a practical focus: the key to TECH's success.

The most complete study plans on the university scene 

TECH offers the most complete study plans on the university scene, with syllabuses that cover fundamental concepts and, at the same time, the main scientific advances in their specific scientific areas. In addition, these programs are continuously being updated to guarantee students the academic vanguard and the most in-demand professional skills. In this way, the university's qualifications provide its graduates with a significant advantage to propel their careers to success. 

TECH offers the most comprehensive and intensive study plans on the current university scene.

A world-class teaching staff  

TECH's teaching staff is made up of more than 6,000 professors with the highest international recognition. Professors, researchers and top executives of multinational companies, including Isaiah Covington, performance coach of the Boston Celtics; Magda Romanska, principal investigator at Harvard MetaLAB; Ignacio Wistumba, chairman of the department of translational molecular pathology at MD Anderson Cancer Center; and D.W. Pine, creative director of TIME magazine, among others. 

Internationally renowned experts, specialized in different branches of Health, Technology, Communication and Business, form part of the TECH faculty.

A unique learning method 

TECH is the first university to use Relearning in all its programs. It is the best online learning methodology, accredited with international teaching quality certifications, provided by prestigious educational agencies. In addition, this disruptive educational model is complemented with the “Case Method”, thereby setting up a unique online teaching strategy. Innovative teaching resources are also implemented, including detailed videos, infographics and interactive summaries. 

TECH combines Relearning and the Case Method in all its university programs to guarantee excellent theoretical and practical learning, studying whenever and wherever you want.

The world's largest online university 

TECH is the world’s largest online university. We are the largest educational institution, with the best and widest online educational catalog, one hundred percent online and covering the vast majority of areas of knowledge. We offer a large selection of our own degrees and accredited online undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. In total, more than 14,000 university degrees, in eleven different languages, make us the largest educational largest in the world. 

TECH has the world's most extensive catalog of academic and official programs, available in more than 11 languages.

Google Premier Partner 

The American technology giant has awarded TECH the Google Google Premier Partner badge. This award, which is only available to 3% of the world's companies, highlights the efficient, flexible and tailored experience that this university provides to students. The recognition as a Google Premier Partner not only accredits the maximum rigor, performance and investment in TECH's digital infrastructures, but also places this university as one of the world's leading technology companies. 

Google has positioned TECH in the top 3% of the world's most important technology companies by awarding it its Google Premier Partner badge.

The official online university of the NBA 

TECH is the official online university of the NBA. Thanks to our agreement with the biggest league in basketball, we offer our students exclusive university programs, as well as a wide variety of educational resources focused on the business of the league and other areas of the sports industry. Each program is made up of a uniquely designed syllabus and features exceptional guest hosts: professionals with a distinguished sports background who will offer their expertise on the most relevant topics. 

TECH has been selected by the NBA, the world's top basketball league, as its official online university.

The top-rated university by its students 

Students have positioned TECH as the world's top-rated university on the main review websites, with a highest rating of 4.9 out of 5, obtained from more than 1,000 reviews. These results consolidate TECH as the benchmark university institution at an international level, reflecting the excellence and positive impact of its educational model.” reflecting the excellence and positive impact of its educational model.” 

TECH is the world’s top-rated university by its students.

Leaders in employability 

TECH has managed to become the leading university in employability. 99% of its students obtain jobs in the academic field they have studied, within one year of completing any of the university's programs. A similar number achieve immediate career enhancement. All this thanks to a study methodology that bases its effectiveness on the acquisition of practical skills, which are absolutely necessary for professional development. 

99% of TECH graduates find a job within a year of completing their studies.

Postgraduate Certificate in Urban Sociology

Urban sociology is a discipline that deals with the study of social life in cities, covering topics such as social structure, relations between groups, social change and urban culture. The Postgraduate Certificate in Urban Sociology taught at TECH Global University aims to provide students with the necessary tools and techniques to analyze and understand the complexity of cities and their inhabitants.

The curriculum focuses on the social and cultural processes that take place in cities, from the perspective of Sociology. Students will learn to analyze the social structure of cities, mobility patterns, the dynamics of urban life and the power relations that are established between the social groups that coexist in them.

The program is divided into different modules covering topics such as sociological theory, social research, urban culture, public policy analysis, among others. One of the highlights of the University Course, is that the professors are experts in the field, with extensive experience in both research and teaching.

In this way, we will train professionals who are able to analyze and understand the complexity of cities, and propose solutions to social or cultural problems that arise in them. Graduates of the course will be able to work in different areas such as social research, consulting, urban planning and teaching, among others.