Master of Urban and Regional Planning
Why study the Master of Urban and Regional Planning at UNE?
The Master of 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.
Besides acquiring knowledge and necessary skills, for their professional accreditation, graduates will be in high demand and will be able to access employment opportunities within and outside Australia.
Students complete two semesters of coursework (48 credit points) followed by one semester of research (24 credit points) in which the student will undertake a full-semester research dissertation.
Note: Trimester 3: Off Campus Part-time Only
Career Opportunities
Examples of career opportunities include positions in local and state government, private consulting firms, development companies, state and federal government departments involved with urban affairs, environmental management, transport, community development, heritage conservation, regional prosperity and related fields, as well as opportunities in higher level policy advice and research roles.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
1.5 Years Full-timeUp to 6 years Part-time
FEES
Full FeeInternational
2012 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 1, On Campus
Trimester 2, Off Campus
Trimester 2, On Campus
Trimester 3, Off Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
All domestic students apply direct to UNE
For more information, click hereInternational Students
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 | Full Fee / International | ||||||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 72 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Benefits | The course is fully accredited with the Planning Institute of Australia and graduates are eligiblefor membership of the Institute's Urban and Regional Planning Chapter. |
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| How to apply |
All domestic students apply 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 | A candidate shall hold: (a) a bachelor degree from a recognised university in a discipline related to the built environment including architecture, planning, environment or geography; or (b) the Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of New England or equivalent qualification from a recognised university and attained at least a Credit average in 48 credit points. International students from non-English speaking countries require evidence of English proficiency such as TOEFL (550) or IELTS (Overall 6; subtests 5.5). |
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| Additional Requirements | Note: Students will be required to maintain a credit-average (or higher) to be eligible to proceed to the research component of the course. |
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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 will be permissible for the core coursework units only, to a maximum of 48 credit points. Candidates admitted via the Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning may be granted a maximum of 48 credit points for core units in the MUrbRegPlan. No advanced standing will be granted for the Dissertation unit GEPL500. |
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| Academic Colours |
Mace (BCC 73) edged with Gold (BCC 114) |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall hold:
(a) a bachelor degree from a recognised university in a discipline related to the built environment including architecture, planning, environment or geography; or
(b) the Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of New England or equivalent qualification from a recognised university and attained at least a Credit average in 48 credit points.
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 will be permissible for the core coursework units only, to a maximum of 48 credit points.
Candidates admitted via the Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning may be granted a maximum of 48 credit points for core units in the MUrbRegPlan.
No advanced standing will be granted for the Dissertation unit GEPL500.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) 1.5 years as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to six years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 72 credit points consisting of 48 credit points coursework and 24 credit points research dissertation.
Students will be required to maintain a Credit-average (or higher) to be eligible to proceed to the research component of the course.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
For candidates admitted under Rule (a)
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 72 cps |
| Total | 72 cps |
To view complete Program of Study click here
For candidates admitted under Rule (b)
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Block Advanced Standing | 48 cps |
| Core Units | 24 cps |
| Total | 72 cps |
To view complete Program of Study click here
Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Master of Urban and Regional Planning.
Exit Pathways
Candidates who complete 48 credit points of Core Units in the Master of Urban and Regional Planning can elect to exit prior to undertaking the dissertation to the Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning and, upon completion of an additional 24 credit points, may be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning.
Examination of Dissertation
1. The dissertation will be assessed by at least two examiners.
2. The examiners may be internal or external to the University of New England at the discretion of the course coordinator.
3. The final result will be determined on the basis of the examiner's reports.
4. A dissertation will not be examined by a candidate's supervisor.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.