Program Overview
The Planning at University of Auckland is a MPlan programme in Architecture & Urban Planning over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of architecture & urban planning. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Planning programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 22,833 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,202 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Auckland, New Zealand
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Planning programme are prepared for diverse careers in architecture & urban planning:
- Architect
- Urban Planner
- Landscape Designer
- Sustainability Consultant
- Real Estate Developer
- Heritage Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Research Masters
- 120 point Thesis as listed in the Master of Planning Schedule
- 90 point Research Portfolio
- 30 points from courses in the Research Masters option listed in the Master of Planning Schedule
- Taught Masters
- 60 point Research Project
- 60 points from courses in the Taught Masters option listed in the Master of Planning Schedule.
- With the approval of the Head of School of Architecture and Planning, up to 30 points may be substituted from other 700 level courses at this University.
- A student admitted to this programme must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity Course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
in order to be admitted to this programme, a student needs to have:
- completed the requirements for the Degree of Bachelor of Planning or the Degree of Bachelor of Urban Planning (Honours) and achieved an average of B or higher in the courses taken for Part IV of that degree
or
- gained an equivalent qualification, approved by Senate or its representative, that is indicative of ability to undertake advanced study in Planning, provided that the average grade in the final year of study was equivalent to B or higher.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 22,833 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,202 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 22,833 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,202 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Auckland directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Auckland
University of Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
