Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Planning is interdisciplinary and flexible degree aimed at preparing you for a variety of planning positions in the public and private sector. The degree is accredited by the Australian Institute of Planning and builds on the urban and environmental studies program that commenced in 1978. A key feature of the degree is its focus on sustainability and environmental issues and how these play out in strategic land use planning and assessment. The degree also enables you to pursue special interests in climate change, environmental management, sustainable development, urban and regional planning, environmental law and policy, social impact assessment, community consultation, spatial sciences and social change. The degree focuses on the development of skills that you will need as a practicing planner. The curriculum is based on lectures, workshops, tutorials and importantly field visits to ground theory to practice.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

Levels 23 & 24, 123 Pitt St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

AUD $12,200 per year

Duration

Full time: 2 years

Intakes

Session 1 | Session 2

Study Mode

Full-time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Domestic students:

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 60

International students:

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 60
IELTS (Academic) overall band 6.5 with minimum sub-scores: listening 6, reading 6, writing 6, speaking 6, or an approved equivalent
CRICOS-registered course - a valid student visa is required to study on campus

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Master of Planning find employment in a wide variety of organisations: Government, in Australia particularly at local and state levels; non-government organisations; and in the private sector there are opportunities in specialist and multi-disciplinary environmental management, planning and engineering consultancies.
Career opportunities include:
Local Government: strategic planning; statutory planning; development assessment & control; environmental impact assessment government: strategic planning; policy development and research; statutory planning; development assessment & control; environmental & social impact assessment
Federal Government: policy development & research; environmental & social impact assessment
Private Sector: specialist and multi-disciplinary environmental management, planning and engineering consultancies; development companies & agencies
Non Government Organisations: advocacy & lobby groups; peak interest and action groups; research organisations
International organisations: development planning, sustainable development
The course prepares students via exposure to a wide variety of case studies; training in diverse disciplines and in cross-disciplinary thinking; workshops and field work that provide training in practical skills; and the opportunity to be part of a student consulting team with an actual government or private sector client.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units20 units

GEOP6070

Urban Dynamics: Population, Housing and Regeneration

GEOP6040

Cities of the Global South

GEOP6050

Environment and Society

GEOP6080

Theory and Methods in Geography and Planning

SOCI8020

Evaluating Social Policy

HSYP8102

Determinants of Health

POIR8000

Policy Design: Concepts and Case Studies

POIR8090

Advanced Introduction to Policy

LAWS8060

Energy and Natural Resources Law

MMCC8016

Media-Communications Strategies and Campaigns

ENVS8544

Environmental and Sustainability Consulting

ENVS8418

Environmental Planning

GEOP8070

Decolonising Planning

GEOP8075

Planning, Principles and Places

GEOP8010

Social Impact Assessment

GEOP8020

Healthy Places: Planning for Diversity, Equity and Wellbeing

GEOP8040

Climate Change and Society: Vulnerability, Adaptation and Transitions

LAWS8061

Environmental Planning Law

GEOP8090

Gateway to the Planning Profession

GEOP8030

Smart Urbanism

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Master of Planning take to complete?

The Master of Planning at Macquarie University has a duration of 104 weeks (approximately 2 years).

What is the total estimated cost of the Master of Planning for international students?

The estimated total course cost for international students is AU$92,546, which includes tuition fees of AU$91,800 and non-tuition fees of AU$746.

Where is the Master of Planning taught?

The Master of Planning is delivered at Macquarie University's Wallumattagal Campus at North Ryde, New South Wales, which is owned and operated by the provider.

What field of education does the Master of Planning fall under?

The Master of Planning falls under the broad field of Architecture and Building, with a narrow field of Architecture and Urban Environment, and a detailed field of Urban Design and Regional Planning.

How can international students contact Macquarie University for more information about the Master of Planning?

Prospective international students can contact Macquarie University's Prospective Student Contact Centre by phone at +61 2 9850 6767 or by email at study@mq.edu.au.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Processing time: Offer letter issued within approximately 1 business days.

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $60,000 to $75,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $75,000 to $95,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $95,000 to $125,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate PlannerTown PlannerUrban PlannerRegional PlannerStrategic Planner

Key Skills

Urban and regional land-use planning and strategic planningStatutory planning and development assessment under Australian planning legislationCommunity and stakeholder consultation and engagementEnvironmental impact assessment and sustainability analysisGeographic Information Systems (GIS) and spatial data analysis

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