Master of Urban Planning (Professional)

M Urb Plan (Prof)

Course Overview | Course Structure

Course Overview

Program Name Master of Urban Planning (Professional)
Level Postgraduate
Type Masters Coursework
Mode On-campus
Duration 4 semesters plus 20 week Work Integrated Learning (92 weeks)
Starting Semesters January & September
Program Code BN-14042
Cricos Code 063530G
Host Faculty Business, Technology & Sustainable Development
Program-specific Enquiries Faculty Services
Phone: +61 7 5595 2266
Email: sustainable.development @bond.edu.au
Credit for Prior Study Enquiries Faculty Services
Phone: +61 7 5595 2266
Email: sustainable.development @bond.edu.au
Admissions, Enrolment and General Enquiries Office of Admissions
Domestic Enquiries:
Toll-free: 1800 074 074 (from within Australia)
Phone: +61 7 559 51024 (from outside Australia)
Email: information@bond.edu.au

International Enquiries:
Phone: +61 7 5595 1024
Email: international@bond.edu.au

Program description

This program provides a comprehensive foundation to allow graduates from a built environment background to be able to undertake urban planning and development at a professional level.

Entry requirements

Successful completion of any undergraduate degree; or qualifications and/or extensive relevant professional experience deemed equivalent by the Faculty Dean.

Enrolment

International Students: To fulfil your student visa requirements, you’ll need to enrol in 30cp per semester. However, you may enrol in 40cp per semester (with your Program Advisor’s authorisation) which will reduce the time to complete your program.

Domestic Students have the option of undertaking either 30 or 40cp per semester

Intensive mode Delivery*

Intensive Mode Delivery (IMD) is a compacted and time efficient way for students to complete their postgraduate qualification with minimal impact for students on their work/home lifestyle.
It is anticipated that students will attend two, 3-day sessions, per subject, scheduled Thursday to Saturday each week. Approximately 6 to 8 contact hours per day. Students will receive approximately 40 hours of combined lectures, discussion groups, case studies and workshops during their weekly contact hours.
Intensive Mode Delivery is currently available to domestic students only. International students should enquire with the Faculty of Business, Technology and Sustainable Development.

Professional Outcomes

The urban design and sustainability focus of the Bond program is geared towards one of the most rapidly developing areas of planning practice. State and local government opportunities for planners are strong in several areas including integrated transport planning, affordable housing strategy development, regional planning and various aspects of urban design. Planning and urban design consultancies value professionals with the strong analytical, place design and negotiation skills developed in the program. Extensive opportunities also exist in property development and community organisations.

Professional recognition

At Bond University we understand the importance of professional recognition. The School of Sustainable Development has commenced negotiations with the relevant professional institutions and it is anticipated by the end of 2008 all programs will have completed the accrediting process. More details.

WORK INTEGRATED LEARNING

Work Integrated Learning is designed to promote and support student learning, personal development and professional practice. Students will participate in a series of experiential exercises which may include field trips, seminars featuring guest lectures from industry leaders, work experience and projects.

All exercises are monitored by academic staff and in conjunction with career advisor.
The subject aims to: facilitate students’ self-analysis and reflective issues and problems; and apply theoretical knowledge in seeking solutions for practical workplace problems.

 

For more information on IMD and timetabling contact:
Lynne Kirkland (SSD Program Advisor)
Ph: 559 53374
Email: lynne_kirkland@bond.edu.au

 

Information on this web page is accurate at the time of posting. This program structure is indicative only and may be subject to change.