University of South Australia
Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationPlanners help make inner cities, suburbs and regional towns more liveable and sustainable. Planners shape cities, towns and regions through the development planning policy that integrates infrastructure and services. They develop plans, strategies and designs that can improve the quality of life for people and support ecosystem services.
A key component of this postgraduate qualification relates to the planning and development of environmentally sustainable cities and regions that acknowledge social diversity and the need for greater physical activity and contact with nature, which can help to prevent chronic diseases associated with excessive sedentary behaviour.
The courses studied focus on real-world issues and therefore provide you with relevant skills that are transferable in the workplace.
Delivery mode
University of South Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 61-68 North Terrace, Adelaide
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Applicants will normally hold a degree or recognised equivalent qualification.
Applicants with a completed Graduate Certificate in an aligned discipline are also eligible for entry.
Applicants will normally hold a degree or recognised equivalent qualification.
Applicants with a completed Graduate Certificate in an aligned discipline are also eligible for entry.
English language entry requirements
- IELTS total [6.5]
- IELTS reading [6.0]
- IELTS writing [6.0]
Course fees
$38,500
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 South Australia
The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise on the global stage, agile and astute, known for relevance, equity and excellence.
We educate and prepare global learners from all backgrounds, instilling professional skills and knowledge, and capacity and drive for lifelong learning.
We undertake research that is inspired by global challenges and opportunities, delivers economic and social benefits, and which informs our teaching.
We operate through a partnered, end-user informed culture of teaching and research with a commitment to outstanding service, continuous improvement and sustainability.
Today, we have more than 230,000 graduates, industry partnerships with more than 2,500 companies worldwide, offer degrees that are industry-focused and informed, and have become one of Australia’s largest online education providers. It is this drive and ambition to break the norm that makes us who we are. Australia’s University of Enterprise.
