Diploma in Town Planning
Why study the Diploma in Town Planning at UNE?
The Diploma will suit people who have undertaken little or no previous tertiary study but who are working in the planning system in a clerical/administrative capacity or as unqualified planning assistants. This is an introductory course for local government employees who might wish to develop their skills and career prospects. It does not in itself lead to membership of the Planning Institute of Australia -- although for anyone who might wish to go on to further study, units passed toward the Diploma can be credited towards a full professional qualification. The course can be taken from anywhere in the country. It is offered only in the off campus mode. Tuition is mostly based on printed material supplemented by online interaction. There is no compulsory on-campus attendance, although some of the units in the program have non-mandatory intensive schools which provide an opportunity for face to face contact. The Diploma will normally take people two years to complete, at a rate of two units per semester. But it is possible to proceed more slowly than that. The program consists of eight units. It includes four compulsory first-year units, followed by four elective units.
Need assistance?
Degree Snapshot
DURATION
Up to 4 years Part-timeFEES
CSPInternational
2011 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Semester 1, Off CampusSemester 2, Off Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
All domestic students apply direct to UNE. This course is only available off-campus (distance education).
For more information, click hereInternational Students
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
Contact Us
So we know where to direct your enquiry, please tell us if you are a current or future student:
| Official Abbreviation | DipTownPlan | |||||||||
| Course Type | Undergraduate | |||||||||
| Commencing |
|
|||||||||
| Course Duration |
|
|||||||||
| Fees | CSP / International | |||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 48 | |||||||||
| Benefits | Candidates who have successfully completed part, or all, of the Diploma may apply to transfer to the Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning. |
|||||||||
| How to apply |
All domestic students apply direct to UNE. This course is only available off-campus (distance education). For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
|||||||||
| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
|||||||||
| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy). |
|||||||||
| Advanced Standing | A candidate may be granted advanced standing for units passed at this or another institution that have a reasonable degree of correspondence to units listed. Not more than 12 credit points of advanced standing may be granted under this rule. |
|||||||||
| Academic Colours |
Mace (BCC 73) |
|||||||||
| Further Information | 
You can find instant answers to many of your questions or contact UNE directly via AskUNE |
Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy).
Advanced Standing
A candidate may be granted advanced standing for units passed at this or another institution that have a reasonable degree of correspondence to units listed in the Course Requirements. Not more than 12 credit points of advanced standing may be granted.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be up to four years as a part-time candidate.
The course is offered on an off-campus part-time basis only.
Where a candidate has been granted advanced standing towards the diploma, the school may reduce proportionately the period of candidature.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 48 credit points.
With the permission of the course coordinator, another unit relevant to Urban and Regional Planning may be substituted for one of the units listed in the program of study.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Core Units | 24 cps |
| Listed Units | 24 cps |
| Total | 48 cps |
To view complete Program of Study click here
Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Diploma in Town Planning.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct.