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.
- 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
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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
La Trobe is a university known for making a positive difference in the lives of our students, partners and communities. We will become an even more valued and relevant university because of the way we respond to their needs in this time of great local and national crisis.
Our aim is to emerge as a more resilient, future-focused and necessarily more efficient institution that will thrive in a post-COVID world by being more sharply focused on the needs of our community, and by playing to our strengths in teaching and research.
