Key facts
UNE unit code: GEPL328
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- Trimester 3 - Online
- Armidale Campus
- Yes
- Yes
- No
- 6
Unit information
In this unit, you will learn about relevant planning theories and their application to planning practice. You will better understand the rationale underpinning the decision-making framework in which planners operate.
The unit brings together theoretical, jurisdictional, design and communication aspects of planning in applied settings. Your learning will be facilitated through group discussion, unit readings, assessment tasks and online media. You will also have the opportunity to attend a non-mandatory intensive school to further consolidate your knowledge.
Enhance your knowledge of planning and engage further with the theories and processes in this field.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 3 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
| Start | Finish | Duration | Attendance | Offerings | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 December 2024 | 14 December 2024 | 3 days | Non-Mandatory Intensive School | Trimester 3, Online | The intensive school will consider planning theories in practice. |
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Notes
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate coherent theoretical knowledge of the social, cultural, ethical, economic and legal issues relating to planning practice and development control;
- analyse and evaluate contemporary planning practice principles and theoretical frameworks;
- effectively communicate the relationship between theory and practice in the field of planning and development control to specialist and non-specialist audiences; and
- identify and apply the regulatory framework and decision-making process within which planners operate to implement a range of skills applicable to planning practice in the area of development control.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment 1 | Yes | 25% | All offerings | Theories of Planning No. Words: 1250 |
| Assignment 2 | Yes | 25% | All offerings | Theories in Planning No. Words: 1250 |
| Assignment 3 | Yes | 40% | All offerings | Planning Implementation No. Words: 2500 |
| Online Assessment | Yes | 10% | Trimester 3, Online | Discussion board and tutorial participation and engagement. No. Words: 250 |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Recommended material is held in the University Library — purchase is optional.
Planning Theory
ISBN: 9780230380028
Allmendinger, P., Palgrave MacMillan 3rd ed. 2017
Text refers to: All offerings
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