Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning
Why study the Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning at UNE?
The Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning offers a thorough grounding in urban and regional planning both to graduates wishing to enter the profession and to practising professionals wishing to upgrade their knowledge.
Career Opportunities
The course provides opportunities for employment in local, state and federal government and private industry.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
1.5 Years Full-timeUp to 6 years Part-time
FEES
CSP (quotas apply)Full Fee
International
2011 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Semester 1, Off CampusSemester 1, On Campus
Semester 2, Off Campus
Semester 2, On Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on or off campus through UAC
For more information, click hereFormer or current domestic UNE students apply to study on or off campus direct to UNE
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International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
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| Course Type | Postgraduate | |||||||||||||||
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| Fees | CSP (quotas apply)/ Full Fee / International | |||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 72 | |||||||||||||||
| How to apply |
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on or off campus through UAC For more information, click here
Former or current domestic UNE students apply to study on or off campus direct to UNE For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | 1. Admission to candidature shall be determined by the school on the recommendation of the course coordinator. 2. A candidate shall have either: (a) fulfilled all the requirements for admission to a degree of The University of New England other than a degree in Urban and Regional Planning; or (b) fulfilled all the requirements for admission to a degree or qualification of equivalent standing at another university or institution; or (c) fulfilled all the requirements for an Associate Diploma or qualification of equivalent standing accepted by the school as sufficient qualification for admission to the course, and have gained not less than three years of professional experience in urban and regional planning or a closely related field; or (d) passed at this university at least the equivalent of two years full-time study towards a Bachelor's degree, other than the Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning. 3. Candidates admitted under Rule (d) shall have fulfilled all the requirements for admission to a degree before being awarded the Graduate Diploma. |
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| Advanced Standing | Advanced standing is not granted for units taken to meet course admission requirements (except for an approved articulation in the course). Advanced standing may be granted for core units if a candidate: (a) has already passed those units; or (b) has passed, at this University or at another institution, units which, individually or in combination, substantially cover the subject matter or those units; or (c) has many years of professional experience dealing directly with the subject matter of those units. The maximum advanced standing granted shall be 24 credit points. Advanced standing will not be granted for elective units. |
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| Academic Colours |
Mace (BCC 73) |
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Admission to Candidature
1. Admission to candidature shall be determined by the school on the recommendation of the course coordinator.
2. A candidate shall have either:
(a) fulfilled all the requirements for admission to a degree of The University of New England other than a degree in Urban and Regional Planning; or
(b) fulfilled all the requirements for admission to a degree or qualification of equivalent standing at another university or institution; or
(c) fulfilled all the requirements for an Associate Diploma or qualification of equivalent standing accepted by the school as sufficient qualification for admission to the course, and have gained not less than three years of professional experience in urban and regional planning or a closely related field; or
(d) passed at this university at least the equivalent of two years full-time study towards a Bachelor's degree, other than the Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning.
3. Candidates admitted under Rule (d) shall have fulfilled all the requirements for admission to a degree before being awarded the Graduate Diploma.
Advanced Standing
Advanced standing is not granted for units taken to meet course admission requirements (except for an approved articulation in the course).
Advanced standing may be granted for core units if a candidate:
(a) has already passed those units; or
(b) has passed, at this University or at another institution, units which, individually or in combination, substantially cover the subject matter of those units; or
(c) has many years of professional experience dealing directly with the subject matter of those units.
The maximum advanced standing granted for candidates admitted under Rule 3. shall be 24 credit points.
Advanced standing will not be granted for Listed Units.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) 1.5 year as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to six years as a part-time candidate.
In exceptional circumstances and on the recommendation of the school, the period of candidature may be extended.
Course Requirements
1. To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 72 credit points as approved by the course coordinator, Urban and Regional Planning.
2. In special circumstances, with the approval of the course coordinator, other units offered in the University, or offered at Massey University as part of the Master of Resource and Environmental Planning degree program, may be substituted for one or more of the core or listed units.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 54 cps |
| Listed Units | 18 cps |
| Total | 72 cps |
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Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct.