Macquarie University

Bachelor of Planning

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Urban and regional planning is a profession that shapes the places where people live, work and play. Planners aim to improve the social and environmental fabric of cities by creating vibrant, healthy and equitable communities, and by facilitating sustainable transport, infrastructure and growth. How we plan our cities and regions today will profoundly affect future generations in a climate-changed world.

Innovative in its approach to understanding contemporary social, urban and environmental issues in urban and regional planning, the Bachelor of Planning focuses on recognising the social and cultural diversity of places, and the importance of cross-cultural approaches to research, plan-making and impact assessment. It will not only prepare you for a career in planning in which you have the power to shape more liveable and sustainable futures, but will also give you a distinctive edge among your peers.

Delivery mode

Macquarie University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 4–6 Eastern Road, Macquarie University

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Guaranteed entry score: 75

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $50,000 $168,000 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$50,000
Standard Tuition:
$168,000
Full Fee Tuition:
$50,000
Full Fee Tuition:
$168,000
Enquire with Macquarie University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 4 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $50,000 $168,000 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Planning will prepare you for the following roles.

Infrastructure Planner

An Infrastructure Planner develops and implements plans for infrastructure projects such as roads, utilities, and public facilities. You might work...

Avg yearly income $80,808
Entry barriers Low

Town Planner

A Town Planner develops and implements land use plans to guide the growth and development of urban and rural areas. You might work on zoning regula...

Avg yearly income $77,532
Entry barriers Low

Urban Planner

An Urban Planner creates strategies for the use of land in particular geographical areas. You might assess the future needs of an area and take int...

Avg yearly income $95,420
Entry barriers Low

Environmental Planner

An Environmental Planner assesses land use and development projects to ensure they comply with environmental regulations. You might work for govern...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

About Macquarie University

Macquarie University is recognised globally for its pre-eminence in key research disciplines, as well as producing graduates who are among the most sought-after professionals in the world.

Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university: one unbound by ivory towers and sandstone walls. Rather, we are focused on fostering collaboration between students, academics, industry and society, encouraging all to traverse the boundaries of their own perspectives and effect change.

Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community – a place of constant stimulus and human interaction. Together, we advance world-class theoretical thinking and translate it into real-world solutions.

We’re connecting people across the most diverse fields of knowledge to create bold new possibilities: for their careers, intellectual endeavours, enterprises and the common good.