University of New South Wales

Master of City Planning

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Master of City Planning at UNSW is a two-year, professionally accredited postgraduate degree that allows you to bring experience from previous study to launch a career in urban and regional planning.

As part of the Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture you’ll join a uniquely interdisciplinary and supportive community. You’ll work alongside students and professionals from across the built environment, just as you would in the workplace.

You’ll benefit from UNSW’s strong ties to industry and world-leading research in city planning, as you explore diverse subjects including city renewal, city analytics, housing policy and healthy sustainable communities.

In your second year you’ll undertake a major capstone project, which allows you to deepen your expertise in an area of specialisation and empowers you to kick-start your career by adding to your professional portfolio.

Delivery mode

University of New South Wales offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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


Locations
  • UNSW Sydney, High St, Kensington

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

To gain entry into the Master of City Planning, you’ll need a bachelor’s degree with a credit average or above (Weighted Average Mark 65+).

To gain entry into the Master of City Planning, you’ll need a bachelor’s degree with a credit average or above (Weighted Average Mark 65+).

You may need to submit results from an acceptable English language test taken in the last two years prior to starting at UNSW:

  • IELTS: 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest)
  • TOEFL iBT: 90 overall (min. 23 in writing, 22 in reading, listening and speaking)
  • PTE: 64 overall (min. 54 in each subtest)
  • C1 Advanced Cambridge: 176 overall (min. 169 in each subtest)
  • C2 Proficiency Cambridge: 180 overall (min. 180 in each subtest)
  • ANU Access Program: Successful completion with a minimum of 70% overall
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $74,000 - $91,000 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$74,000
Full Fee Tuition:
$91,000
Enquire with University of New South Wales to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $74,000 - $91,000 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Master of City Planning will prepare you for the following roles.

About University of New South Wales

Since our foundation in 1949, UNSW Sydney has made an ongoing commitment to improve and transform lives in Australia and globally.

The essence of UNSW Sydney is not found in our impressive facilities or beautiful grounds. It is found in our students, our staff, our alumni and our generous donors. Our collective difference reflects the unique perspectives of our people, place and purpose as we play our part in the creation of a just society.

Our guiding motto, Scientia Corde Manu et Mente–Knowledge by Heart, Hand and Mind–embodies our commitment to embrace diversity of thought, integrity, innovation, and our deep connections with the community.

UNSW is a vibrant, multicultural campus with students and staff from over 120 different nationalities. We believe our cultural diversity is one of our main strengths, as it exposes us to alternative perspectives and experiences in our working, learning and research environments.