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Urban and regional planning goes beyond designing physical spaces—it's a method for sustainably transforming our world. Through this program, you'll explore sustainability's role in urban planning policies, gaining the expertise required to become a leader in policy and planning.
Your coursework will examine urban planning in Melbourne and nearby regions while also introducing global planning approaches. You can enhance your learning by spending a semester abroad at one of RMIT's partner institutions, gaining international perspective on urban and regional planning.
This program prioritizes hands-on experience. By working on real-world projects relevant to the industry, you'll connect with top professionals, master best practices, and graduate career-ready—with valuable industry contacts and a degree accredited by the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA).
Planners professionally gather, evaluate, and present data to inform future strategies and plans. This degree will teach you how to communicate effectively with stakeholders to achieve responsible, successful planning results.
If urban design, geography, history, environmental studies, or politics and economics interest you, this program will capture your attention. You'll develop skills to analyze and engage with the complex factors influencing how we live, work, play, and travel. Throughout your studies, you'll be inspired to think innovatively about planning's potential to create fair, vibrant cities and regions.