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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 this learning by studying abroad at one of RMIT's partner institutions, gaining international perspectives on urban and regional development.
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 networks and a Planning Institute of Australia (PIA)-accredited degree.
Planners professionally gather, assess, and present data to inform future strategies and plans. This program will teach you how to communicate effectively with stakeholders to achieve socially responsible planning results.
If urban design, geography, history, environmental studies, or politics and economics interest you, this program will spark your curiosity. You'll critically examine the diverse elements that influence how we live, work, travel, and enjoy our communities. Throughout your studies, you'll be inspired to think innovatively about planning's potential to create fair, vibrant cities and regions.