Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning
Degree Level Postgraduate
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- NOT an Australian or New Zealand citizen
- NOT an Australian Permanent Resident (including Humanitarian Visa holders)
Start date
February
July
Campus
City East
Duration
1 year(s) full-time
Program Code
IGUR
Fees
AUD$ 27,000 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2015
English Language Requirements
- IELTS total [6.5]
- IELTS reading [6.0]
- IELTS writing [6.0]
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CRICOS Code
000579A
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Entry requirements
- Applicants will normally hold a degree or recognised equivalent qualification.
- Applicants with a completed Graduate Certificate in Building and Planning are also eligible for entry.
English language entry requirements
In addition, international students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.English language testPlease access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)- IELTS total [6.5]
- IELTS reading [6.0]
- IELTS writing [6.0]
Aim
The Graduate Diploma is designed to povide advanced coursework in the professional field of Urban and Regional Planning. It is nested within the Master of Urban and Regional Planning (IMUB) and provides articulation with a professionally recognised qualification by the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA).
Content & Structure
The Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning requires the completion of courses totalling 36 units. Courses are listed in the program schedule below.
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