Master of Planning (1.5 years)
Master of Planning (1.5 years)
Summary Effective urban and regional planning is crucial in our rapidly urbanising and climate-changing world. Skilled planners make central contributions to shaping healthy places and inclusive communities, and to the sustainability of social, economic, infrastructure and land-use development. This professionally accredited Master of Planning will provide you with training and…
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Summary
Effective urban and regional planning is crucial in our rapidly urbanising and climate-changing world. Skilled planners make central contributions to shaping healthy places and inclusive communities, and to the sustainability of social, economic, infrastructure and land-use development.
This professionally accredited Master of Planning will provide you with training and skills in urban and regional planning, including in planning law, strategic and statutory planning, urban development, creating smart and healthy cities, social impact and climate vulnerability assessment, First Nations planning, urban policy, placemaking and governance. It brings together leading researchers and practitioners to create a rich professional development experience for both established and aspiring planners.
Key features
Study an accredited degree with strong links to government and industry
Undertake a degree that meets the current needs of the profession and is accredited by the Planning Institute of Australia. Learn from leading academics and planning practitioners
Be taught by award-winning teachers who are leading researchers and expert planning practitioners. Broaden your knowledge and your skill set
Gain knowledge and skills for a career that shapes sustainable futures for communities, cities and regions. Study fully online, on campus or a combination of both
Study the way you want – 100 per cent online, in-person at our Wallumattagal campus, or combine the two for maximum flexibility.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Climate adaptation and resilience planner
Development and land use planner
Public space and place manager
Social or community planner
Statutory planner
Strategic planner
Town and transport planner
Urban or regional planner
Urban policy manager
Employers
Community organisations
Construction and building sector
Government agencies and departments
Not-for-profit organisations
Private and public-sector organisations
Property developers
Residential developers
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.
