Overview

The Applied Urban Science and Informatics programme at New York University provides a comprehensive foundation in data science, policy, and urban technology. Students utilise New York City as a living laboratory to explore interdisciplinary research and address critical environmental and social issues. This curriculum empowers graduates to drive meaningful change by developing data-driven policies and innovative technical solutions for modern city life.

Why Applied Urban Science and Informatics at New York University?

Studying at the Center for Urban Science and Progress (CUSP) provides access to an extensive network of partners across industry, government, and the non-profit sector. Students benefit from unique experiential learning opportunities, including week-long hackathons known as Data Dives and Vertically Integrated Projects that encourage multidisciplinary research. The programme's location in Brooklyn allows for direct engagement with urban infrastructure, from modeling energy efficiency to assessing flooding risks using advanced sensor deployment.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 43704 per year
National fee: USD 43704 per year
Local fee: USD 43704 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of 36 credits, including a core foundation and specialised elective tracks. Modules may include:

Applied Data Science
Machine Learning for Cities
Urban Science and Policy Methodologies
Data Governance, Ethics, and Privacy
Capstone Urban Science Intensive
Urban Spatial Analytics
Climate Risk Analysis and Urban Sustainability
Urban Sensing
Big Data Management and Analysis

Careers with Applied Urban Science and Informatics

Graduates from this programme are prepared for diverse roles at the intersection of technology and urban planning. Alumni have secured positions such as Software Development Engineers at major global organisations like Amazon Web Services. The interdisciplinary nature of the training allows graduates to pursue careers in city agencies, private technology firms, and research institutions, focusing on areas such as urban computing, transport logistics, and civic technology innovation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Data Governance, Ethics and Privacy

Civic Analytics and Urban Intelligence

Applied Data Science

Machine Learning for Cities
Capstone Urban Science Intensive

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

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Credits

36 SCH

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Campus Location

New York City, United States
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Disciplines

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General requirements

A four year U.S. Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or its international equivalent
Degrees that are completed within the Bologna signatory system that are Bachelor of Engineering (or a related field), and earn 180+ ECTS credits, are eligible for consideration
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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

New York City

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1819 - 3968 USD / month

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