The University of Melbourne

Master of Urban Planning

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

As we adapt to global changes that impact our cities including climate change and deepening inequality, concerns for community health and safety, and the emergence of global city-regions, planning has never been more critical.

The Master of Urban Planning is a professional degree that focuses on Australian and international policy and planning pertaining to human settlements and how we cope with challenging population and environmental issues.

Because practicing planners work closely with other disciplines, our interdisciplinary approach to teaching will prepare you to work effectively and collaboratively in industry.

If you’re looking for networks to help with internships and job opportunities, or the funds to help you get to Melbourne, we have scholarships and bursaries to get you connected overseas and get you to Melbourne when you can.

Delivery mode

The University of Melbourne offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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


Locations
  • Grattan Street, Parkville

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

An undergraduate degree in any discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of at least 65% (University of Melbourne equivalent); and

A Personal Statement of up to 500 words.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $83,049 $100,630 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$83,049
Standard Tuition:
$100,630
Full Fee Tuition:
$83,049
Full Fee Tuition:
$100,630
Enquire with The University of Melbourne to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $83,049 $100,630 Support may be available

Career opportunities

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

Planning Consultant

A Planning Consultant provides expert advice on land use and development projects, ensuring compliance with local planning regulations and policies...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Sustainability Consultant

A Sustainability Consultant advises organisations on how to implement environmentally sustainable practices and reduce their carbon footprint. They...

Avg yearly income $72,800
Entry barriers Low

Transport Planner

A Transport Planner develops and implements transport strategies to improve efficiency, safety, and accessibility across various transport systems....

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $95,420
Entry barriers Low

About The University of Melbourne

Welcome to the University of Melbourne. We are Australia’s leading research university, with a 165-year-long tradition of higher education in the arts, sciences and numerous professional disciplines.

At Melbourne, we take delight through our on-campus teaching and graduate online programs in helping undergraduate and postgraduate students from Australia and many other countries to achieve globally recognised qualifications. The educational experience here prepares well-rounded graduates who are academically outstanding and practically grounded.

We also support and encourage internationally-connected research collaborations around basic and applied problems, in the hope of changing the world for the better.