C04007v6 Master of Planning

Overview

This course provides students with a thorough understanding of the economic, sociological, environmental and other theoretical and practical knowledge underpinning the governance in urban management and urban development. It has a strong focus on sustainable urban development.

With an engaged and practical approach, this course focuses on urban planning and development processes, sustainability and creative development control, and enhances knowledge and skills in urban management, property development, urban design and environmental policy.

Property development and planning students study a common first year, which develops a mutual understanding of how to balance private and public interests in urban development.

Course aims

Graduates of this course understand the nature and methods of planning and urban management and the interdependency of various urban policy fields, agencies and institutions which enable sound urban outcomes.

They can responsibly participate in planning debates; apply sound and appropriate urban design principles; communicate at a superior level and constructively reflect on planning methods and practice.

Graduates also recognise and develop ethical, just and professional methodological approaches and practices.

Career options

Skills in community planning, development control, infrastructure management, planning and environmental law and strategic planning open up careers in government departments and agencies, local government, major development companies and private consulting firms.

Additional admission requirements

Applicants should possess an appropriate first degree, including the Graduate Diploma in Planning, a Bachelor's degree in planning, architecture, geography, economics, property economics, commerce, law, engineering or building. Other qualifications may be accepted if supported by extensive relevant work experience.

Work experience is considered relevant if it includes the holding of a responsible position related to the planning or administration of land, or design, financing, regulation, construction or management of buildings or infrastructure.

Course duration and attendance

This course is offered on a one-and-a-half-year, full-time, or three-year, part-time basis.

All lectures, seminars, workshops and site visits are held during four full-time weeks spread through the year. This facilitates interaction and teamwork and meets the needs of busy professionals and those living outside Sydney.

In the three-year, part-time program, students attend 10 week-long sessions in the first two-and-a-half years and the equivalent of two weeks in the last half year.

Full-time students attend six week-long sessions in each year of the two years of the program in conjunction with part-time students. Between attendance weeks they may attend additional classes and seminars.

Course structure

The Master of Planning requires the completion of 72 credit points of compulsory subjects.

Course completion requirements

Course program

The example program below is for a student commencing in Autumn semester and undertaking the course part time.

Articulation with UTS courses

Professional recognition

Planning Institute of Australia

This course meets the educational requirements for corporate membership of the Institute.

Other information

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