Postgraduate

Master of Environmental Planning

This course is designed for students wishing to gain practical skills and experience in planning for sustainable planning and development in both urban and rural environments.
1.5-2
Years Full Time

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Address

Student Central

The University of Western Australia (M355), 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, Western Australia 6009

Telephone

131 UWA (131 892)

International

(+61 8) 6488 1000

Hours

8.30am - 5pm AWST, Monday - Friday

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Careers and further study

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Career Pathways

Graduates can find employment in a number of well-paid and in demand careers, including urban planning, environmental consultancy, impact assessment and conservation. These span across the public and private sector, with employers in local, State and Federal Government, business and industry and community-based conservation and development organisations.
Graduates can find employment in a number of well-paid and in demand careers, including urban planning, environmental consultancy, impact assessment and conservation. These span across the public and private sector, with employers in local, State and Federal Government, business and industry and community-based conservation and development organisations.

Fees and scholarships

Learn more about the fees that apply to you for this course.

Domestic Fees

Postgraduate - full fee paying students

The Annual Fee is an estimate only based on a standard annual study load of 48 points. (Courses may teach up to 72 points in a year)

 

FFP
For Full Fee Paying places, students are charged an annual course fee. Visit the Fee Calculator select 'Postgraduate Coursework Fee-Paying' and chose your course to see the annual and total course fees.

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For Commonwealth Supported Places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit. For an accurate fee estimate, go to the Fee Calculator select 'Postgraduate Coursework Commonwealth-Supported' and chose ‘I want to price my units’.

Course Credit Points
96
Total Course Fee - 2023
$64,000.00

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.
International Fees

Postgraduate – onshore students

Annual course fees are calculated based on a standard annual study load of 48 credit points.

Course Credit Points
96
Total Course Fee - 2022
$76,600.00
Total Course Fee - 2023
$81,200.00

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

Admission requirements

If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate degree, find out the admission details below

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; or
(c) Significant work experience including at least 5 years with a material level of responsibility.

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 (must include Academic Reading and Writing modules). 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

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Course details

With an increasingly urbanised population, the need to ensure planned development and utilisation of our urban and natural environment is paramount both in Australia and overseas. This course explores how professionals in the fields of planning, development and conservation are working towards sustainable urban design, conservation of natural resources and urban heritage management. 

About the course

This course provides students with essential practical skills and workplace experience in planning and development in urban and rural environments.
Master of Environmental Planning

Quick details

Status
  • Not available in 2023
Locations
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • Please refer to the UWA Handbook
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 13550
CRICOS code
  • 103501M
Master of Environmental Planning
Status
  • Not available in 2023
Locations
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • Please refer to the UWA Handbook
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 13550
CRICOS code
  • 103501M
Full time/part time duration
  • 1.5-2 years

Course Structure

This course provides students with essential practical skills and workplace experience in planning and development in urban and rural environments.

Master of Environmental Planning

Why study this course?

  1. This is the only Master's in Environmental Planning offered in Western Australia and reflects the demand for skilled graduates to work in areas of urban and environmental planning, development and conservation.
  2. You will develop essential skills in theoretical and applied aspects of planning in both urban and natural environments.
  3. Workplace integrated learning via internships, practicums and assessments focusing on professional skills development is integral to the program.
 
Master of Environmental Planning
Ranked 1st in Australia and 21st in the world for Environmental Science and Engineering (ARWU 2022)
Master of Environmental Planning

What you will learn

  • Develop essential skills and knowledge across an integrated field of disciplines covering the planning and management of the natural and built environment
  • Identify practical solutions and planning approaches to ensure that planning delivers the objectives of sustainable development
  • Develop workplace relevant skills including teamwork, oral presentations and report writing for employers
  • Gain professional experience and build your career networks through a work placement in your final year
 
Master of Environmental Planning