University of Technology Sydney
Master of Planning
Nationally Recognised Higher Education This course is designed for professionals in design, planning, and property seeking to advance their careers with a comprehensive understanding of planning and negotiation skills. Choose this course to transform your perspective on planning from a mere approval process to a critical, community-connecting task. It stands out by integrating disciplines such as urban design, economics, and law, ensuring a multidisciplinary approach to urban planning.Through this course, students proactively engage with policy, environmental and demographic frameworks to understand how planning decisions shape the urban environment over the long term. This engagement is multidisciplinary, spanning planning, urban design, property, architecture/landscape architecture, economics, spatial analysis, law and urban ecology.
Note
Students who do not meet the admission requirements below may begin with the Graduate Certificate and progress to the Master of Planning.
Commonwealth Supported PlacesThere are a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available in this course, which are competitive and awarded based on merit.
Delivery mode
University of Technology Sydney offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- University of Technology, 15 Broadway, Broadway
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- IELTS score of 6.50 or TOEFL iBT score of 79.00 or PTE score of 58.00 or its equivalent AND
Applicants must have one of the following:
• Completed UTS Bachelor of Property Economics
OR
• Completed UTS Graduate Certificate or UTS Graduate Diploma in Planning, Property and Planning, Property Development, or Urban Planning/Urban Design with a minimum GPA of 5/7
OR
• Completed Australian bachelor's or master's degree, or overseas equivalent, in a related field of study
OR
• Completed Australian Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma, or overseas equivalent, in a related field of study with a minimum GPA of 5/7 AND A minimum of 3 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience.
OR
• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in any field of study AND A minimum of 3 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience.Applicants who do not meet the criteria above should consider applying for C11270 Graduate Certificate in Planning or C04316 Master of Property Development and Planning.
- IELTS score of 6.50 or TOEFL iBT score of 79.00 or PTE score of 58.00 or its equivalent AND
Applicants must have one of the following:
• Completed UTS Bachelor of Property Economics
OR
• Completed UTS Graduate Certificate or UTS Graduate Diploma in Planning, Property and Planning, Property Development, or Urban Planning/Urban Design with a minimum GPA of 5/7
OR
• Completed Australian bachelor's or master's degree, or overseas equivalent, in a related field of study
OR
• Completed Australian Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma, or overseas equivalent, in a related field of study with a minimum GPA of 5/7 AND A minimum of 3 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience.
OR
• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in any field of study AND A minimum of 3 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience.Applicants who do not meet the criteria above should consider applying for C11270 Graduate Certificate in Planning or C04316 Master of Property Development and Planning.
- Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
Course fees
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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 University of Technology Sydney
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