Perth,
WA,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Certificate in Urban Design in Crawley Australia | The University of Western Australia
The University of Western Australia
|
Crawley Australia
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
20,200
(c. USD14,215.16)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
6 months
The Graduate Certificate in Urban Design offers students an initial exploration of urban design as a field, covering its fundamental concepts, theories, and applications. While certificate holders will grasp essential urban design concepts, they won't be recognized professionally as 'urban designers.' This program serves as either an enhancement for professionals and graduates in related disciplines or an introductory pathway for those from unrelated academic backgrounds.
The Graduate Certificate in Urban Design generally includes these three core components:
Forces Shaping Urban Environments (URBD 5807). This module explores historical influences on city development, including economic, political, cultural, and artistic factors.
Sustainable Urban Development (URBD 5803). This component addresses critical sustainability issues in urban areas and examines strategies for promoting environmentally responsible city growth.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have— (a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and (b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; and (c) successfully completed prior study in a field relevant to Urban Design; or (2) Significant work experience including at least 5 years with a material level of responsibility.
English language requirements:
TOEFL (paper-based): 570 with a Test of Written English (TWE) of no less than 4.5
IBT TOEFL (Internet-based test score): 82 with 22 for writing, 20 for speaking, 20 for listening, and 18 for reading
IELTS (Academic): 6.5 (no band lower than 6.0)
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: C pass
Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: B grade
Pearson Test of English (PTE) (Academic): Overall score of 64 with a minimum score of 64 in the Reading and Writing sections, 59 in the Speaking section and 54 in the Listening section
Tuition
AUD
20,200