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Urban and Regional Planning
Bachelor of Arts (Urban and Regional Planning) - BA(Curtin) - 153899
HumanitiesUrban and regional planners look at whether development ideas are practical by considering economic, human, political, legal, environmental and aesthetic issues, such as how a piece of land should be developed, and what effect this will have on the local community of the environment.
Planners balance the public interest against private interests, to improve the quality of life for everyone and to build a sustainable future. It is a growing area which can have an impact on future land use decisions.
Urban and regional planners require good technical skills about land use planning, a high level of communication skills, knowledge of design, economics and law, and demonstrate sound ethical and professional behaviour. They work in government agencies, consultancies and development firms in Australia or overseas.
What the course involves
In this course you will learn the fundamentals of planning, planning systems, the political implications of planning work and the environmental, social and economic issues often raised by new planning initiatives.
Units address topics such as:
- transport planning
- environmental and coastal planning
- site planning
- landscape planning and heritage
- planning for sustainability.
You can develop planning evaluation techniques, be introduced to regional and rural planning, examine urban regeneration and development assessment, planning law, integrated planning, development processes and strategic development.
Each semester you can undertake studio and fieldwork with planning projects, which can help you to learn core skills recognised by employers in the planning profession.
Career opportunities
This course can help you become a:
- Town Planner
- Urban Designer
- Planning Consultant
- Developer
Why Urban and Regional Planning?
- This course is accredited by the Planning Institute of Australia.
- Each semester you can undertake studio and fieldwork with practical planning projects.
- You can learn core skills recognised by employers in the planning profession.
Professional recognition
The course is recognised by the Planning Institute of Australia. After graduation and a period in the workforce, graduates are eligible for admission as members.
Credit for previous study
If you have previously worked or studied in this field, you are encouraged to contact the Faculty to discuss eligibility for recognition of prior learning.
Try our RPL search to find out what credit you might be eligible for.
How this course will make you industry ready
All components of this course are based on the demands and skills required of the planning industry. You will undertake studio and field work, and complete practical planning projects every semester.
Units
Current students: Please refer to the Handbook's full course structure when enrolling.
Credits needed to graduate: 800
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Entry requirements:
Indicative TER (ATAR)
This figure provides an indication of the TER (ATAR) normally required to enter this course. It is provided as a guide only.
STAT entry
The Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) assesses competencies considered important for success at uni. These tests are provided by the Tertiary Institutions Service Centre (TISC) to help mature age candidates apply for certain courses.
Mature age entry:
Essential WACE courses:
At least English 2A/2B, Literature 2A/2B or English as an Additional Language/Dialect 2A/2B
TAFE requirements:
A TAFE certificate IV and evidence of English competency, or a TAFE diploma.
Where:
Bentley
When:
February or July
How:
Full-time or part-time
Study:
On-campus
Duration:
4 years full-time
Fees (indicative first year only):
*The fees above reflect the indicative cost of the first year of this course when taken on a full-time basis. They apply to new students in 2013 only. These fees may vary depending on the units you choose and do not include incidental fees (such as lab coats or art supplies) or the cost of your textbooks - visit other fees and charges for more information.
For more information on fees and to determine your eligibility for HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP, please visit fee basics or the Study Assist website. If you're not an Australian citizen, permanent resident or New Zealand citizen, please see information for international students.
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2013 entry requirements:
Minimum English language entry requirements:
| IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System) | |
|---|---|
| Writing | 6.0 |
| Speaking | 6.0 |
| Reading | 6.0 |
| Listening | 6.0 |
| Overall band score | 6.5 |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | |
|---|---|
| N/A | paper based |
| 90 | Internet based (22 in each section) |
| N/A | minimum test of written English (TWE) |
Those applying from certain countries (such as China, India and Vietnam) will need to achieve a required level in the IELTS test in order to be issued with a student visa by the Australian Government.
These are only some of the ways you can prove your English
Results from IELTS and TOEFL are valid for two years.
Cut-off scores
| Qualification | Score |
|---|---|
| GCE/STPM/HKALE (A-levels - best of three) | 5 |
| IB | 24 |
| Ontario Gr 12 (best of 6) | 60 |
| TER (including TEE/SACE/HSC/VCE) | 70 |
| WAUFP (CPS) | 53 |
| India/Pakistan | 65% |
| Sri Lanka | 6 |
Minimum academic entry requirements
Where:
Bentley
When:
February or July
How:
Full-time
Study:
On-campus
Duration:
4 years full-time
Fees for 2013:
| International onshore - fee paying | |
|---|---|
| Offer letter (100 credit) published fee | $12,300 |
| Indicative year 1 fee | $24,600 |
| Total indicative course fee | $106,800 |
| Indicative essential incidental course fee | $0 |
*The indicative fees shown above apply to international students studying on-campus in Western Australia. For information about fees at other locations please visit Curtin International's offshore site.
2014 entry requirements:
Minimum English language entry requirements:
| IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System) | |
|---|---|
| Writing | 6.0 |
| Speaking | 6.0 |
| Reading | 6.0 |
| Listening | 6.0 |
| Overall band score | 6.5 |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | |
|---|---|
| N/A | paper based |
| 90 | Internet based (22 in each section) |
| N/A | minimum test of written English (TWE) |
Those applying from certain countries (such as China, India and Vietnam) will need to achieve a required level in the IELTS test in order to be issued with a student visa by the Australian Government.
These are only some of the ways you can prove your English
Results from IELTS and TOEFL are valid for two years.
Cut-off scores
| Qualification | Score |
|---|---|
| GCE/STPM/HKALE (A-levels - best of three) | 5 |
| IB | 24 |
| Ontario Gr 12 (best of 6) | 60 |
| TER (including TEE/SACE/HSC/VCE) | 70 |
| WAUFP (CPS) | 53 |
| India/Pakistan | 65% |
| Sri Lanka | 6 |
Minimum academic entry requirements
Where:
Bentley
When:
February or July
How:
Full-time
Study:
On-campus
Duration:
4 years full-time
Fees for 2014:
| International onshore - fee paying | |
|---|---|
| Offer letter (100 credit) published fee | $13,000 |
| Indicative year 1 fee | $26,000 |
| Total indicative course fee | $112,600 |
| Indicative essential incidental course fee | $0 |
*The indicative fees shown above apply to international students studying on-campus in Western Australia. For information about fees at other locations please visit Curtin International's offshore site.
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This page was last updated on 02 December 2010
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