Program Overview
The Urban and Regional Planning at University of Queensland is a MURP programme in Architecture & Urban Planning over 24 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 Urban and Regional Planning programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 34,944 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Brisbane, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Urban and Regional 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
- New Perspectives on Project Management
- Science of Water
- Water, Sustainability and Development
- Water Governance and Policy
- Regulatory Frameworks for Environmental Management & Planning
- Urban Research & Evaluation Techniques
- Transport & Infrastructure Planning
- The Urban Challenge
- Sustainable Communities
- Designing Places
- Urban Planning Policy
- Strategic Metropolitan Planning
- Planning Studio
- Foundations of Sustainable Development
- Sustainable Development in Practice
- International Regulatory Frameworks for Climate Change & Environmental Management
- Resource Management & Environmental Planning
- Tools for Environmental Assessment and Analysis
- Applied Demography
- Geographical Information Systems
- Planning Research Topic
- Planning Studio
- Planning Practicum
- Development Planning in Developing Countries: Theory & Practice
- Urban Management & Governance in Developing Countries
- Assessment of Development Projects
- International Property Investment
- Property Development
- Strategic Property Management
- Sustainable Building Construction Management and Economics
- Research Project (Planning)
- Research Project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
At UQ we\xc2\x92re dedicated to providing quality higher education to students of outstanding achievement and potential from a variety of educational backgrounds.
Our entry requirements for postgraduate coursework study reflect this, with all applicants needing to meet the same equivalent criteria to be considered for admission. This may include:
- an acceptable academic qualification and/or relevant professional experience
- English language proficiency requirements
- compliance with any other special entry requirements for your chosen program.
An acceptable academic qualification may need to be in the same discipline as your chosen UQ program.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 34,944 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: AUD 34,944 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Queensland 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 Queensland
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Muttaburra, Australia
University of Queensland is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-11-17
- Start Date 2018-02-27
- Language English
- Duration 24 months