Master of Planning (Urban Design) (MPlan(UrbDes))

Program Code
MPUD

Program Faculty
Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology

Special Notes

There will be no intake into this program in 2023.

Academic Year
2023

These Program Rules should be read in conjunction with the University's policies (https://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies).

Overview

This program is designed to provide advanced coursework leading to professionally recognised planning qualifications with an emphasis on urban design. The program has a strong foundation in ecological, social and economic sustainability as a basis for planning. It also emphasises skills in communication and collaboration with local communities and professional groups.

The Master of Planning (Urban Design) is an AQF Level 9 Masters Conversion qualification with a standard full-time duration of 2 years.

Conditions

Interruption of program: Students must apply for permission from the Faculty before taking a Leave of Absence. Any extension of the leave without approval will result in the loss of place in the program but an application may be made to be re-admitted to the program subject to the admission procedures in place at the time.

Academic Program Rules for Master of Planning (Urban Design)

There shall be a Master of Planning (Urban Design).

Qualification Requirements

To qualify for the degree of Master of Planning (Urban Design), the student must complete satisfactorily a program of study consisting of the following requirements with a combined total of not less than 48 units, comprising:

  1. Core courses to the value of 42 units
  2. Research equivalent courses to the value of 6 units in the form of a design project

Core Courses