Diploma in Town Planning
Why study the Diploma in Town Planning at UNE?
The Diploma of Town Planning has been designed to provide an opportunity for University study for people who may never have considered nor undertaken University study before. It also provides a pathway to further University study.
The Diploma is an introductory course suited to:
* people who are looking at widening their employment prospects;
* people seeking a career change and who are interested in entering a career in planning;
* local government employees who wish to develop their skills and career prospects;
* TAFE students who have completed a CERT IV (in any area);
* people currently working in the planning system in a clerical/administrative capacity; and
* unqualified planning assistants.
The program consists of eight units. It includes four compulsory first-year units, followed by four elective units. The Diploma will normally take people two years to complete, at a rate of two units per semester. However the programme is flexible and people may complete at different rates.
The course is delivered online and can be undertaken from any location. 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 instruction and interaction with other students. The online learning environment and support provided for the course also provides many opportunities for interaction with lecturers and students.
Completion of the Diploma does not in itself lead to membership of the Planning Institute of Australia - although for anyone who would like to go on to further study, units passed toward the Diploma can be credited towards the Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning at UNE. The UNE Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning is fully accredited with the Planning Institute of Australia.
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.
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DURATION
Up to 4 years Part-timeFEES
CSPInternational
2013 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 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 Pathways. This course is only available off-campus (distance education).For more information, click here
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| Official Abbreviation | DipTownPlan | |||||||||
| Course Type | Undergraduate | |||||||||
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| 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, which is accredited with the Planning Institute of Australia. |
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| 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. This course is only available off-campus (distance education). 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 be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy), this includes the completion of any Certificate IV from TAFE. |
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| 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. |
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| Scholarships | The University offers a number of Faculty/College and country scholarships available to Australian citizens and permanent residents. |
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Mace (BCC 73) |
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| 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), this includes the completion of any Certificate IV from TAFE.
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 |
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| 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 Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.
| Course Aims | The course aims are currently unavailable. |
| Learning Outcomes | Learning outcome information is currently unavailable for this course. |
| Graduate Attributes | Graduate attribute information is currently unavailable for this course. |