Master of Planning

The Western Sydney University Parramatta campus location in the centre of Sydney’s population growth area represents a rich urban laboratory in which to explore the most important urban issues. The Master of Planning is a two-year program in urban and regional planning and is accredited by the Planning Institute of Australia. The program equips you with professional and scholarly education enabling you to take a leadership role in statutory town planning practice as well as policy development. It has a strong emphasis on research rooted in social sciences and in the fast growing Western Sydney region. The program work includes learning and training in history and theory, governance, professional practice, economic development, sustainability, transport planning, spatial analysis, and legal frameworks for planning. There is a strong emphasis on social science research focusing on the fast-growing urban areas of Greater Western Sydney so You will benefit from working on projects with real-world relevance. If you're enrolled in the Master of Planning you may be eligible for an early exit award by transferring to the Master of Urban Management and Planning (one year degree) if entry requirements are met. Study and save: Discounted student fees are available through Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) when undertaking this course in 2026.