Master of Urban Management and Planning

Program Overview

The Master of Urban Management and Planning from Western Sydney University equips students with the knowledge, skills, and experience to shape urban development. Emphasizing sustainability, community engagement, and innovative practices, the program prepares graduates for careers in various sectors, including government, private industry, and community organizations. Students engage in core courses, electives, a capstone project, and experiential learning opportunities to develop their understanding of planning concepts and their ability to apply them to real-world challenges.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Urban Management and Planning from Western Sydney University provides students with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to shape the future of urban development. The program emphasizes sustainability, community engagement, and innovative planning practices. Graduates will be qualified to work in various sectors, including local, state, and federal government agencies, the private sector, and community organizations.

Outline:

The program structure is outlined in the university's handbook. It consists of core courses that provide a foundation in urban planning theory and practice, as well as elective courses that allow students to specialize in areas such as transportation planning, environmental planning, or economic development. Students will also complete a capstone project that demonstrates their ability to apply their knowledge and skills to a real-world planning problem.

Assessment:

Students will be assessed through a variety of methods, including exams, essays, presentations, and projects. The assessment criteria will focus on students' understanding of planning concepts and principles, their ability to apply their knowledge to practical problems, and their communication and presentation skills.

Teaching:

The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are active in research and professional practice. The faculty use a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, workshops, and field trips. The program also emphasizes experiential learning through internships and community engagement projects.

Careers:

Graduates of the Master of Urban Management and Planning can pursue a wide range of careers in the planning field. These careers include:

• Planning and management in local, state, and federal government agencies
• Planning and development in the private sector
• Transportation planning
• Environmental planning
• Economic development
• Community planning
• Research and consulting

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

Domestic Student Fees: $8,944 Indicative annual fee $8,944 AUD $30,960 International students will be subject to a variable fee regime; i.e. enrolled students will be required to pay fees during their program based on the approved fee for each calendar year. Fee changes (if any) will occur at 1 January each calendar year.