Master of Urban Planning/Master of Urban Design

The Master of Urban Planning/Master of Urban Design is ideal for students wanting to express their creativity while also channeling their social conscience to improve our cities.

Students who complete the Master of Urban Planning/Master of Urban Design will be accredited with the following professional organisations:

• Planning Institute of Australia (PIA)

Entry requirements

1. Completion of an undergraduate degree in either Architecture or Landscape Architecture with a weighted average mark of at least 65%.
2. A design portfolio in a format as specified by the Selection Committee; and
3. a personal statement outlining relevant prior study and work experience, and motivation to undertake the course;

NB: Students who did not complete an undergraduate major in Architecture or Landscape Architecture can meet the requirements for entry to the Master of Urban Planning/Master of Urban Design by completing the first year of a 300 point Master of Architecture or Master of Landscape Architecture. Please note that folio and WAM requirements will still apply when requesting to transfer.

Want to apply for the Master of Urban Planning/Master of Urban Design?

If you're interested in applying for a double degree, please contact the MSD Student Recruitment team through our enquiry form

Sample course plan (300 point program)

For students with an undergraduate Architecture or Landscape Architecture Major

Semester 1, Year 1	ABPL90130 Planning Law and Statutory Planning	ABPL90246 The Economies of Cities and Regions	ABPL90061 Urban Design Studio A
Semester 2, Year 1	ABPL90132 Land Use and Urban Design	ABPL90131  Strategic Plan Making	ABPL90273 Urban Design Studio B
Semester 1, Year 2	ABPL90134 Planning Theory and History	ABPL90135 Analytical Methods	Elective	ABPL90017 Urban Design Theory
Semester 2, Year 2	ABPL90315 Participatory Planning	ABPL90064 Urban Sustainability and Climate Change	ABPL90389 Urban Design Studio C
Semester 1, Year 3	Elective	ABPL90396 MSD Minor Thesis (Part 1)	ABPL90376 Urban Design Thesis
Semester 2, Year 3	Elective	ABPL90397 MSD Minor Thesis (Part 2)	Elective	Elective