University of New England
Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationPlanning integrates environmental, economic and social aspects of development with the competing needs of communities, companies and governments. This complex and dynamic field requires planning professionals to maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills to keep up with a rapidly-changing environment.
Whether you are looking to upskill or enter the planning profession, UNE's postgraduate Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning offers a strong foundation of core units for understanding the complexities of urban and regional planning, and your choice of three from a long list of special areas. This course is fully accredited with the Planning Institute of Australia.
By developing specialist knowledge, plus wider skills including critical thinking and problem solving, you will be well positioned to adapt to a professional environment that is constantly evolving.
Delivery mode
University of New England offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- Armidale
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
You can apply for this course if you have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in any discipline.
Please note: If you are a graduate of the UNE Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning you cannot apply for this course.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning will prepare you for the following roles.
Transport Planner
A Transport Planner develops and implements transport strategies to improve efficiency, safety, and accessibility across various transport systems....
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...
Urban Designer
An Urban Designer plans and develops land use strategies to create functional and aesthetically pleasing urban environments. You might work in plan...
Environmental Planner
An Environmental Planner assesses land use and development projects to ensure they comply with environmental regulations. You might work for govern...
Land Use Planner
A Land Use Planner assesses and designs the allocation of land resources for urban and rural areas. You might work for local councils, government a...
About University of New England
UNE is the highest rated Australian university for student satisfaction.
Canstar Blue awarded UNE ‘Most Satisfied Students’ in the National Universities, Online Universities and NSW Universities categories in 2022. We are also the only Australian public university awarded the maximum 5 stars for Overall Experience 17 years in a row by the Good Universities Guide.
Whether it’s our commitment to teaching quality, the excellent employment outcomes of our graduates, or our reputation for providing exceptional online education, UNE is consistently recognised as a great Australian university.
As Australia’s longest continual provider of distance education, the majority of our 140+ courses are available for study online. It makes sense to trust a university that has an extensive history of helping adults like you become future fit while they study at home.
