La Trobe University
Master of Planning
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationIf you've always wanted to help shape the world around you – or you're already working in planning and would like to advance your career – La Trobe's accredited Master of Planning offers a unique opportunity to excel in this high-demand field. Develop advanced knowledge of complex planning processes and learn how to create sustainable towns, cities and regions.
In this comprehensive planning degree, you'll examine the latest social, economic and environmental trends and explore the latest research on planning best practice.
You'll learn how to design innovative solutions to existing and emerging problems, and understand how to transform key policies for urban, regional and rural communities in Australia and overseas.
Delivery mode
La Trobe University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Edwards Road, Flora Hill, Bendigo
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).
An approved graduate qualification (e.g: Graduate Diploma in a planning or planning related field).
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
$45,200
$71,200
$45,200
$71,200
Career opportunities
The Master of Planning will prepare you for the following roles.
Environmental Planner
An Environmental Planner assesses land use and development projects to ensure they comply with environmental regulations. You might work for govern...
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...
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...
Construction Planner
A Construction Planner is responsible for coordinating and scheduling construction projects from inception to completion. You’ll work closely with ...
GIS Specialist
A GIS Specialist uses Geographic Information Systems to analyse spatial data and create detailed maps and models. You might work in fields such as ...
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 La Trobe University
For more than 50 years, we have been transforming people and societies. We put our students at the centre of everything we do - with a dual emphasis on excellence and inclusivity.
With a proud history built on a mission to advance knowledge and learning to shape the future of our world, we are the most successful Australian university at combining accessibility and excellence. Our passionate teachers deliver globally recognised learning to our diverse student body.
Whether it’s our innovations in teaching and learning, our strong graduate employment outcomes or our leading research, the world’s most respected university ranking agencies consistently rate La Trobe among the world’s best.
Year after year, these results reflect our commitment to outstanding student experience, the career-readiness of our graduates, our ambitious research culture and our partnerships with communities, government and industry.
