Urban Studies

Social Theories and Space

This course is designed for social scientists with research interests related to spatial issues (sociology of the urban environment, lifestyle, mobility, etc.). The course focuses primarily on possible theoretical resources for the spatial research in social studies. Read more…

City and the Problems of Its Development

The course aims to investigate the major factors that influence urban development today. Course materials combine theory with general social survey of trends in various cities in Russia and around the world. Read more…

Field Sociology of the City

This taught course is aimed at developing students’ design and execution skills for sociological fieldwork in urban environments.Read more…