Master of Urban and Regional Planning (#24) (MUrb&RegPlg)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
1.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5219
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
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Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Urban and Regional Planning (#24).
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 19050
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
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Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
School of Geography, Planning and Environmental Management
Email: gpem@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 3752
Duration
1.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5219
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Urban and Regional Planning (#24).
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelors degree in a planning or cognate discipline.
CRICOS Code: 002061D
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 30800
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Master of Urban and Regional Planning (#24)?
Professional planners assist communities, companies and governments to integrate the environmental, economic and social aspects of development from small sites up to whole regions. Planning deals with strategic work (long-range planning) as well as structural and statutory components in relation to built and natural environments and the legislative framework controlling land use. Accordingly, planning is closely allied with commerce, government, sociology, communities and the ecology disciplines.
The Master of Urban and Regional Planning was the first masters level program in Queensland to be recognised by the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA). It produces professionally competent graduates, familiar with the concepts, ideas and techniques of planning.
What you can study
Courses typically emphasise the acquisition of skills through small scale exercises or practical project work but fits these within a wider intellectual framework of design and public policy.
Opportunities are available for a research investigation through an advanced research project; and there is an elective which enables some specialisation.
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Urban and Regional Planning (#24).
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelors degree in a planning or cognate discipline.
Additional application information
The majority of courses are offered late afternoon/early evening.
Apply online
Apply online to the Master of Urban and Regional Planning (#24).
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelors degree in a planning or cognate discipline.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 002061D
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 19050
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 30800
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Master of Urban and Regional Planning (#24)
Careers
Graduates find employment with Local, State and Federal Government departments and agencies, private consultancy firms, large land developers, and finance and investment houses concerned with property markets. Work situations range across:
# Land-use planning
# Transport and infrastructure planning
# Urban design
# Regional development
# Commercial and industrial development
# Use and extension of information technology
# Resource management
# Heritage and conservation
# Environmental monitoring
# Planning law and practice
# Policy making and implementation
# Statutory or strategic planning
# Tourism
# Engineering and architectural applications.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following professional bodies:
- Planning Institute of Australia
Accreditation body
- Planning Institute Of Australia
While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Master of Urban and Regional Planning (#24)
To complete the Master of Urban and Regional Planning (#24), a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to obtain 24 units from the MUrb&RegPlg Course List, comprising:
- 16 units from Part A;
- 4 units from Part C; and
- the balance from Part B and/or Part C.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Urban and Regional Planning (#24).
Program Rules for the Master of Urban and Regional Planning (#24)
Early exit points
Based upon course selection, students may be able to exit this award with the:
