University of California Irvine Fully Funded PhD in Urban and Environmental Planning and Policy

PhD @University of California Irvine posted 2 days ago

Job Description

University of California, Irvine (UCI) offers a fully funded PhD program in Urban and Environmental Planning and Policy (UEPP) through its Department of Urban Planning and Public Policy within the School of Social Ecology. This program is designed to train scholars in analyzing social problems related to the built, natural, and institutional environments, emphasizing interdisciplinary research and practical applications.​

Program Overview

  • Degree: PhD in Urban and Environmental Planning and Policy

  • Institution: University of California, Irvine

  • Department: Urban Planning and Public Policy​

The UEPP PhD program focuses on interdisciplinary scholarship, with faculty expertise spanning architecture, economics, geography, law, planning, policy, political science, and sociology. Students engage in research areas such as environmental policy, urban development, community design, and social justice.

Funding Package

All admitted PhD students receive a comprehensive funding package for the first five years, which includes:​

  • Tuition and Fees: Full coverage, including most fees.

  • Stipend: Financial support through a combination of teaching assistantships, research assistantships, and fellowships.

  • Nonresident Tuition: For U.S. citizens or permanent residents who are not California residents, the School of Social Ecology covers nonresident tuition for the first year. Students are expected to establish California residency before the second year. For international students, UCI’s Graduate Division has covered nonresident tuition in the second, third, and fourth years in recent years.

  • Summer Support: Modest summer funding is typically provided, with additional funding available for specific research activities.

Curriculum Highlights

The program is structured to be completed in approximately six years and includes:​

  • Core Courses: Research Design (UPPP 297), Qualitative Research Methods (UPPP 209), Data Analysis (SOCECOL 264A), Theoretical Approaches in Planning and Policy (UPPP 281), and Special Topics in Urban Planning (UPPP 275).

  • Advanced Research Methods: At least one advanced course in either quantitative or qualitative methods.

  • Electives: Six elective courses, typically taken outside the department, selected with advisor guidance.

  • Teaching Experience: Students must serve as a Teaching Assistant for at least one quarter.

  • Dissertation: Development and defense of a dissertation prospectus, followed by research, writing, and final defense.

Admission Requirements

  • Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

  • Application Materials:

    • Online application through UCI’s Graduate Division.

    • Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.

    • Three letters of recommendation.

    • Statement of purpose outlining research interests and career goals.

    • Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV).

    • For international applicants: TOEFL (minimum score of 80) or IELTS (minimum score of 7).

  • Application Fee: $135 for U.S. citizens and permanent residents; $155 for international applicants.

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