Master of Urban and Regional Planning

Degree Level Postgraduate

Years

International students

Start date
February
July

Campus
City East

Duration
2 year(s) full-time

Program Code
IMUB

Fees
AUD$ 30,400 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2017

English Language Requirements

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

Equivalent English qualifications (PDF)

International Admission by Country
See full entry requirements

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 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 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)
View full entry requirements Hide full entry requirements

To apply for the next intake please see the Master of Urban and Regional Planning [DMUR].

Aim

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

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.

Study at the new Adelaide University in 2026

The University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia are combining their strengths to create a new university for the future, Adelaide University, opening in January 2026.

From 4 August 2025, the University of Adelaide and University of South Australia will no longer be accepting applications for new students.

Apply now to study with Adelaide University in 2026.

What courses you'll study

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units	Reference
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Introduction to Regional and Urban Planning	ARCH 5011	4.5
Research Theory and Practice	ENGG 4005	4.5
Year 1 - Elective 1		4.5	Note(s): 1
Year 1 - Elective 2		4.5	Note(s): 1
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Social Planning and Community Issues	ARCH 5022	4.5
Transport and Planning	ARCH 5014	4.5
Sustainable Urban Design	ARCH 5013	4.5
Year 1 - Elective 3		4.5	Note(s): 1
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Contemporary Planning Theory	ARCH 5017	4.5
Transport Policy	BUSS 5127	4.5
Planning Research Project 1N	ARCH 5049	4.5
Sustainable Urban Design Workshop	ARCH 5030	4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Planning Research Project 2N	ARCH 5050	4.5
Environmental Impact Assessment N	ARCH 5041	4.5
Urban Development and Implementation N	ARCH 5042	4.5
Year 2 - Elective 1		4.5	Note(s): 1,2

Electives

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units
YEAR 1 ELECTIVES
Comparative Planning	ARCH 4026	4.5
Planning Study Visit	ARCH 4037	4.5
Seminar in Sustainability	ENVT 5007	4.5
Planning and Professional Ethics	ARCH 3016	4.5
Urban Management and Law	ARCH 5016	4.5
Policy and Development Assessment Workshop N	ARCH 3056	4.5
Planning for Healthy Cities	ARCH 5043	4.5
Urban Regeneration	ARCH 5051	4.5
YEAR 2 ELECTIVES
Sustainable Development Assessment	ENVT 5036	4.5
Transport Modelling	CIVE 5025	4.5
Planning Work Placement	ARCH 5040	4.5

Rules & notes

Notes

1. Students are required to take 4 elective courses with a total value of 18 units.Students are required to complete 3 first year electives and 1 second year elective from the list below. Not all electives will necessarily be available in any one calendar year and the decision on whether or not to offer a particular elective will depend on student demand. Students may be allowed to substitute electives from other university programs with the approval of the Program Director.

2. Students wishing to undertake Planning Work Placement in their second year should note that the course generally runs during study period one.