C07002v6 Graduate Diploma in 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 that 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 planning and environmental law, development control, strategic planning, community planning and infrastructure management open up careers in government departments and agencies, local government, major development companies and private consulting firms.

Course duration and attendance

The course can be completed on a one-year, full-time basis.

Course structure

The course requires the completion of eight 6-credit-point subjects, totalling 48 credit points of study.

Course program

An example program is below.

Articulation with UTS courses

Exit award

This exit-only course enables students enrolled in the master's course to exit after completing 48 credit points of study and gain a graduate diploma qualification.

Other information

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