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Urban planning specialists operate strategically, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to optimize social, environmental, and economic impacts. The University of New England's Master of Urban and Regional Planning delivers an interdisciplinary program that equips students with the essential expertise for effective planning practice. You'll investigate emerging technologies, evaluate challenges, and develop innovative approaches. This program cultivates adaptable skills in critical thinking, project coordination, and leadership to advance your professional trajectory — ensuring your career remains relevant in evolving industries.
Our accredited curriculum prepares you to thrive as a qualified planner, equipped with current methodologies to engage diverse audiences, formulate strategies, and address complex issues. You'll develop specialized understanding in key disciplines like geography, social sciences, legal frameworks, policy development, and economic principles to deliver optimal planning results for projects of varying scales in both urban and regional settings. The program examines multifaceted planning challenges through integrated learning modules that foster sustainable solutions for communities, enterprises, and governing bodies. Practical assessments mirror real-world scenarios, enabling you to apply regulatory knowledge and planning principles within legal land-use frameworks for both developed and natural landscapes.
This postgraduate qualification holds full accreditation from the Planning Institute of Australia.
UNE prioritizes adaptable education models. You'll receive comprehensive support during coursework and dedicated mentorship throughout your research project — ensuring maximum benefit from your academic journey.
Entry is based on a bachelor qualification in a relevant discipline, or a Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning from UNE (or equivalent) with specific GPA and credit point requirements. English Language Requirements: An IELTS (Academic): overall score - 6.0, Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking - 5.5; TOEFL Computer-based test overall score - 213, Internet-based test overall score -79, Writing – 22; Pearson PTE (Academic) overall score -57, Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking – 50.