University of Technology Sydney
Graduate Certificate in Planning
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThis course is designed for professionals with experience in planning or those with unrelated degrees seeking a career change into planning. Opt for this programme to bridge the gap to a Master of Planning, leveraging your professional background to pivot into a new field. Its multidisciplinary approach facilitates a smooth transition across careers.
Stand out with a curriculum that blends strategic and master planning with financial analysis, and addresses the critical domain of sub-regional planning. You'll acquire a robust skill set, preparing you for impactful roles in major developments and projects.
Delivery mode
University of Technology Sydney offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- University of Technology, 15 Broadway, Broadway
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- IELTS score of 6.50 or TOEFL iBT score of 79.00 or PTE score of 58.00 or its equivalent AND
- Applicants must have one of the following:
• Completed Australian bachelor's or master’s degree, or overseas equivalent
OR
• Completed UTS Graduate Certificate or UTS Graduate Diploma in Property Development with a minimum GPA of 5/7
OR
• Completed Australian Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma, or overseas equivalent, in a related field of study with a minimum GPA of 5/7
OR
• Completed Australian Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma, or overseas equivalent, in any field of study with a minimum GPA of 5/7 AND A minimum of 1 year full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience.
OR
• A minimum of 3 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience in a profession closely related to Urban Planning AND An interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in Planning - IELTS score of 6.50 or TOEFL iBT score of 79.00 or PTE score of 58.00 or its equivalent AND
- Applicants must have one of the following:
• Completed Australian bachelor's or master’s degree, or overseas equivalent
OR
• Completed UTS Graduate Certificate or UTS Graduate Diploma in Property Development with a minimum GPA of 5/7
OR
• Completed Australian Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma, or overseas equivalent, in a related field of study with a minimum GPA of 5/7
OR
• Completed Australian Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma, or overseas equivalent, in any field of study with a minimum GPA of 5/7 AND A minimum of 1 year full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience.
OR
• A minimum of 3 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience in a profession closely related to Urban Planning AND An interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in Planning - Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Graduate Certificate in Planning will prepare you for the following roles.
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Land Use Planner
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Transport Planner
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Urban Planner
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