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    Bachelor of City Planning (Honours)
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    Bachelor of City Planning (Honours)

    University of New South Wales

    University of New South Wales

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    Australia, Sydney

    University RankQS Ranking
    19

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Bachelor

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    088837E

    Credit point

    192 Points

    Campuses

    Kensington

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025
    Apply to this program

    Go to the official application for the university

    Duration 4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 48,500  / year
    Next Intake July-2025

    Bachelor of City Planning (Honours)

    About

    The UNSW Bachelor of City Planning is a four-year, full-time honours degree that shows you how to shape the future of built environments to benefit residents, businesses and communities alike. Because cities and regions need to be more than efficient and convenient – they need to adapt to foster a sense of connection, create new ways of living, and make sure we can sustainably grow.  

    Learn to thrive at the intersection of development, land use, environment and urban design. At the same time, gain the knowledge and skills to turn your creativity and critical thinking into solutions. From protecting our natural and heritage-built environments to working with communities in cultivating fair, equitable and inclusive neighbourhoods – you can make real change.

    This planning degree gets to the heart of what makes great places tick. Shape the future of our cities and regions and make your mark on what urban and regional planning will be capable of for years to come.

    • UNSW is ranked in the top 20 universities in the world by QS Rankings^
    • Increased employability with an honour’s degree
    • Accreditation with the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA)
    • Network with the PIA Young Planners
    • We've got Australia's leading City Futures Research Centre
    • Current research informs your education 
    • Ranked #4 in Australia and #35 worldwide*
    • Strong industry links and partnerships
    • Access to world-class alumni connections

    *QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024.

    ^QS World University Rankings 2024

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)

    10.0

    All applicants must present a minimum of two Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry Scores are calculated from the best two, three, or four A2 Level subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 and E=1.

    International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)

    27.0

    Entry criteria is based on scores required for entry into UNSW in 2024 and are only applicable if the Diploma has been completed. Students currently attempting the IB Diploma or Bilingual Diploma can apply directly to UNSW or through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

    Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (after 2016)

    1130.0

    Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) based on the total of evidence-based reading and writing and mathematical test scores. Must be provided in conjunction with evidence of successful completion of senior secondary studies.

    English Program Requirements

    Faculty Undergraduate Postgraduate coursework Postgraduate research
    Arts, Design & Architecture

    6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest)

     

    Exceptions:

    • Bachelor of Education (Secondary): 7 overall (min 6.5 in writing & reading, 7.5 in speaking & listening)
    • Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours): 7.0 overall (min 7.0 in each subtest)
    • Bachelor of Social Work (Honours): 7 overall (min 7.0 in listening, reading, writing, and speaking)

    6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)

     

    Exceptions:

    • Master of Teaching (Primary & Secondary): 7.5 overall (min 7.0 in writing & reading, 8.0 in speaking & listening)

    7.0 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)

    Career

    Future careers

    More than a foot in the door or a pathway towards your first job – this degree sets you up with the professional, practical and research skills you'll need as a successful city planner. 

    Graduate with confidence and career-ready skills that turn creativity and critical thinking into real-world solutions. Look forward to building a career that addresses the local and global challenges facing our natural and built environments. 

    Potential careers

    • Strategic planner
    • Local government planner
    • Urban planner
    • Social and community planner
    • Environmental planner
    • Urban consultant
    • Urban policy analyst
    • Urban policy officer
    • Transport planning
    • Urban designer
    • Heritage officer
    • Property developer

    Our alumni

    "Being able to gain first-hand industry experience for such an extended period whilst still mid-way through my degree was an incredible opportunity that enabled me to connect theory and practice, apply my learnings to the real world and in a broader sense, gain exposure to the professional and industry landscape."

    Alexander Heath

    Senior Urbanist - Planning at Ethos Urban
    Hear more about Alexander's experience

    Accreditation

    Planning Institute of Australia, Graduates are eligible for Corporate Membership of the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA), subject to practical experience.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 48,500 

    Application Fee

    AUD  
    University of New South Wales

    Bachelor of City Planning (Honours)

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