Master of Urban and Regional Planning

Degree Level Postgraduate

Years

International students

Start date
February
July

Campus
City West

Duration
2 year(s) full-time

Mode
On-campus

Program Code
DMUR

Fees
AUD$ 40,900 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2025

English Language Requirements

IELTS total [6.5]
IELTS reading [6.0]
IELTS writing [6.0]

Equivalent English qualifications (PDF)

International Admission by Country
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CRICOS Code
071951J

Entry requirements
Applicants should normally hold a degree in any discipline, or should have completed the Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning.
English language entry requirements
In addition, international students who speak English as an additional 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 test
- IELTS total [6.5]
- IELTS reading [6.0]
- IELTS writing [6.0]
Please 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)
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Aim

The program is designed to provide advanced coursework leading to a professionally-recognised qualification in Urban and Regional Planning.

Content & Structure

The Master of Urban and Regional Planning requires the completion of courses totalling 72 units. Courses are listed in the program schedule below.

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What courses you'll study

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units	Reference
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Principles of Urban and Regional Planning	ARCH 5011	4.5		Rule(s): 1,2
Planning Governance, Stakeholders, Politics and Policy	ARCH 5054	4.5		Rule(s): 2
Transport and Planning	ARCH 5014	4.5		Rule(s): 2
Planning for Healthy Cities	ARCH 5043	4.5		Rule(s): 2
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Sustainable Urban Design	ARCH 5013	4.5		Rule(s): 1,2
Environmental Planning, Climate Change and Sustainability	ARCH 5041	4.5
Planning Law	ARCH 6014	4.5
Development Assessment	ARCH 6013	4.5
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Research Methods (Creative)	CREA 4004	4.5		Rule(s): 2
Social Planning and Community Issues	ARCH 5022	4.5		Rule(s): 2
Planning Theory and Practice	ARCH 5017	4.5
Sustainable Urban Design Studio	ARCH 5030	4.5		Rule(s): 1
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Research Project in Planning	ARCH 5053	9
Professional Placement or Project	GRAP 5004	4.5
Elective		4.5	Note(s): 1	Rule(s): 1,2

Electives

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units
Electives
Transport Policy	BUSS 5127	4.5
UniSA Creative Study Tour	ARCH 2045	4.5
Urban Regeneration	ARCH 5051	4.5

Rules & notes

Rules

1. Graduates of DBAE Bachelor of Architectural Studies who have not completed the masters pathway will receive 13.5 units of credit and if completed Principles of Urban and Regional Planning (ARCH 5011) will receive additional credit for this course.

2. Students undertaking the Transition to Masters pathway between the Bachelor of Architectural Studies and Master of Urban and Regional Planning will receive credit for this course.

Notes

1. Students are required to take 1 elective course (4.5 units). Students may substitute electives from other university programs with the approval of the Program Director.

Professional accreditation and recognition

This program is recognised by the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA) and provides full exemption from the educational requirements for membership of the Institute. Holding a professionally accredited qualification enables graduates to apply for Corporate membership of PIA and subsequently undertake training to gain status as a Professional Certified Planner. Graduates will be required to undertake continuing professional development which is offered by PIA.