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Build your expertise to effectively navigate the challenges of modern urban environments. With urban populations now surpassing rural ones globally, Western Sydney University's Urban Management and Planning courses equip current and aspiring professionals with the academic foundation, practical abilities, and insights needed to address our world's growing urban complexities. The program cultivates competencies in key domains such as governance, municipal finance, and sustainability approaches.
1 year
Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree in planning, geography, social science, environmental studies, architecture and landscape studies, urban and regional studies or public policy
Or
Have a minimum of two years full-time equivalent work experience in planning, geography, social science, environmental studies, architecture and landscape studies, urban and regional studies or public policy
Applicants seeking admission on the basis of work experience must support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application.
English Language Requirements:
IELTS: 6.5 overall score (min 6.0 in each subtest); TOEFL internet-based score of 82: Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13; Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE): 58 overall; No communication skills less than 50.