Master of Planning (Urban Design)
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Distinguish the spaces we all experience
Urban designers transform streets, squares, malls and other public areas to enhance community, cultivate culture and draw people.
They’re creative and strategic. They make sure the city areas experienced by residents, workers, shoppers and visitors are attractive, usable and safe.
What will you do?
Our Master of Planning (Urban Design) is accredited by the Planning Institute of Australia. It gives you the skills and knowledge to design functional and attractive urban spaces. You will:
- study the broad context of urban development and planning
- understand urban design principles in depth
- learn techniques for engaging communities in planning
- consider environmental impacts and relationships
- explore planning policy and law
- apply your learning in real-life planning simulations and a major culminating design project.
Where could it take you?
You could use colour and texture to transform city squares and walkways. You might beautify buildings and clean city air at the same time with vertical gardens and living walls. Perhaps you’ll design spaces that encourage learning, play and socialising between strangers.
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| Indicative annual tuition fees |
Commonwealth-supported place: $9,240
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Scholarships
Scholarships are not only for high achievers—they are also available to provide students with an equal opportunity to study at university, no matter where they live or what their financial situation might be.
Scholarships are available to both new and continuing students. We encourage students to apply for any scholarships for which they may be eligible.
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To explore scholarships offered by organisations external to the University, visit: External Scholarships
Careers
Career Readiness
With design-literate planners keenly sought by employers in government and the private sector, both in Australia and throughout the world, graduates are well equipped for rewarding careers. Likely roles include as an urban designer, planner, project administrator or project manager.
The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
Graduate Attributes
The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes.- Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
- Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Professionalism and leadership readiness
- Intercultural and ethical competency
- Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
- Digital capabilities
- Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Professional Accreditation
The Master of Planning (Urban Design) is accredited by the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA).
Potential careers
Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:
Planning Officer / Urban Planner
Degree Structure
The degree shares studios with the Master of Landscape Architecture and emphasises practical design studies as well as mainstream planning topics such as planning policy, theory and practice and planning law.
The urban development process is a central area for study. This prepares students for negotiation with developers and landowners.
Community consultation is also emphasised as a key skill in achieving successful outcomes in urban planning.
Example Study Plan
| Year Level 1 | |
|---|---|
| Core courses | GEOG 7015: Introduction to Urbanisation PLANNING 7033: Urban Design Principles GEOG 7016: Engaging Communities: Techniques and Analysis PROP 7000: Development and Construction ARCH 7034: Studio: Urbanism (M) PLANNING 7034: Planning Policy and Regulation LAW 7178: Planning Law |
| Year Level 2 | |
| Core courses | LARCH 7031: Studio: Landscape Architecture (M) ARCH 7042: Designing Research PLANNING 7035: Planning Theory and Practice GEOG 7002: Environmental Planning and Governance PLANNING 7030: Urban Design Project |
Assessment
Assessment takes a number of forms including written reports and essays, studio based design exercises, oral presentations and simulations of real life planning situations. Formal examinations are not used for student assessment. A capstone Urban Design project allows students to demonstrate their mastery of urban design through a significant supervised study.
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Last updated: Thursday, 12 Sep 2024
