| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-05 | - |
| 2024-07-22 | - |
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Planning provides a pathway to the Master of Planning for professionals with experience but lacking an appropriate undergraduate qualification. The program offers a multidisciplinary curriculum with core subjects in property development, planning law, sustainable development, and urban design. Graduates are prepared for careers in strategic planning, master planning, and sub-regional planning.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Graduate Certificate in Planning offers an entry pathway to the Master of Planning (C04007) for students who have professional experience in planning but do not have an appropriate undergraduate qualification, or have a bachelor's degree in an unrelated field. The degree enables professionals to change careers due to the multidisciplinary nature of the learning.
Outline:
- Course Schedule: The course is offered on a one-session, full-time or one-year, part-time basis. All subjects are offered in intensive blocks.
- Course Structure: Students must complete 24 credit points made up of three core subjects and one elective subject.
- Course Completion Requirements: Students must complete 24 credit points made up of three core subjects and one elective subject.
- Individual Modules:
- Property Development Process (15142) - This module introduces the principles and processes involved in the development of residential, commercial, and industrial properties. Topics covered include site selection, feasibility analysis, design, and construction management.
- Planning and Environmental Law (17700) - This module provides an overview of the legal framework for planning and environmental management in Australia. Topics covered include land use planning, environmental assessment, and development control.
- Sustainable Urban Development (15146) - This module examines the principles and practices of sustainable urban development. Topics covered include green building design, energy efficiency, and transportation planning.
- Urban Design (15222) - This module introduces the principles and techniques of urban design.
Careers:
Graduates are employed in strategic planning on major developments and projects, master planning with financial analysis, and the increasingly important area of sub-regional planning.
