Urban Real Estate and Development, Minor
This minor, co-sponsored by Real Estate (Wharton) and Urban Studies (Arts and Sciences), is designed to enable students to combine an interest in Urban Studies and Real Estate Development. Students take a total of seven Urban Studies and Real Estate courses, in consultation with the minor advisor.
For more information: https://urban.sas.upenn.edu/students/urban-real-estate-and-development-minor
Prerequisite to taking any Wharton courses: ECON 0001 Introduction to Micro Economics and ECON 0002 Introductory Economics: Macro. Also, check prerequisites for Wharton courses and fulfill.
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| Minor Requirements | ||
| Select two of the following URBS Core courses: | 2 | |
| Transformations of Urban America: Making the Unequal Metropolis, 1945 to Today | ||
| Transformations of Urban America: Making the Unequal Metropolis, 1945 to Today | ||
| Urban Law 1 | ||
| Urban Redevelopment | ||
| Urban Housing & Community Development Policy in America | ||
| Select two of the following REAL Core courses: | 2 | |
| Real Estate Law 1 | ||
| Urban Real Estate Economics | ||
| Urban Fiscal Policy | ||
| Urban Fiscal Policy | ||
| Electives | ||
| Select 3 course units of URBS and REAL Electives 2 | 3 | |
| Total Course Units | 7 | |
- 1
Take either URBS 2040 Urban Law or REAL 2040 Real Estate Law, not both.
- 2
See lists of approved electives on website.
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2025 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.