Prerequisites: English, English as an Additional Language, Literature or English & Literature Extension (Units 3&4, C)
English Requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:
A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL
OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)
OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.
English test results must be no more than two years old
Pathways
Post-secondary qualifications are required for entry into this program.
Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of high school studies.
This program will be available to commencing students at the Gold Coast and Nathan from 2021.
In this degree, you'll learn how to manage the social and spatial conditions of urban life, helping to create a more sustainable future. You'll graduate with a degree accredited by the Planning Institute of Australia, the main professional body for planners, opening up opportunities for you to work around the world.
What makes our degree stand out is its strong focus on environmental sustainability. Throughout your degree you will be prepared to effectively plan and develop new and existing communities with an interdisciplinary focus on balancing environmental issues with urban and regional development. You will be prepared to tackle issues such as climate change, regional growth management and transport planning. You'll also gain an in-depth knowledge of water management, ecology, conservation biology and pollution.
With a strong focus on practical, hands-on teaching, you'll learn state-of-the-art drawing studios and work on real industry projects. You'll be taught by academics who have a strong footing in the industry and have the opportunity to network and connect with industry professionals throughout your degree.
What's more, you'll get the chance to undertake an extended industry placement, allowing you to put your skills into practice and make valuable industry contacts before you graduate.
CRICOS CODE: 062724F
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Year 1
You must complete the following courses:
Course
Understanding Australian Cities - 1037ENV
Introduction to Environmental Sustainability - 1043SCG
Introductory Planning Studio - 1027ENV
Environmental Planning Studio - 1511ENV
Earth Systems - 1044SCG
Environmental Politics and Policy - 2221ENV (not offered in 2021)
Government-Business Relations - 2004GIR
Environmental and Energy Economics - 2313AFE (Online)
Year 2
You must complete the following courses:
Course
Urban Ecology and Biodiversity - 2315ENV
Development Processes Studio - 2067ENV
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems - 2107ENV
Economics and the Environment - 2281ENV
Urban Analysis and Planning Studio - 2056ENV
Planning Theory and Practice - 1022ESC
Year 3
You must complete the following courses:
Course
Public Involvement and Community Development - 4047ENV
Strategic Planning Studio - 3097ENV (Studio Capstone)
Listed elective
Project Proposal for Honours - 4029ENV (see Note 1)
Urban Planning Law - 5020LAW
Planning and Environmental Law - 3020ENG
Aboriginal Political Histories - 2034LHS
Listed elective
Note 1: Students intending to transfer to the Bachelor of Urban and Environmental Planning (Honours) (1431) program must enrol in 4029ENV Project Proposal for Honours in this space. This is a mandatory course for admission to the Bachelor of Urban and Environmental Planning (Honours) (1431) program.
Year 4
You must complete the following courses:
Course
Planning Practicum 20 - 4017ENV (Program Capstone)
Listed elective
Free-choice elective
Transport Planning - 4037ENV (see Note 1)
Environmental Management - 3306ENV
Free-choice elective
Key employment sectors*
Construction industry
Councils
Government
Land development
Potential job outcomes
Urban planner
Environmental planner
Land development designer
Town planner
Traffic and transport planner
OSHC: 609 ($) AUD per year
