Master's Degree Urban Planning Full Time

Master of Planning

at University of Technology Sydney · Sydney, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

064794J

CRICOS provider code

00099F

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

1.5 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$63,015 total

Per year

A$42,010/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Planning at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is designed to equip students with advanced skills and knowledge in urban and regional planning, preparing graduates to respond effectively to complex urban challenges in Australia and globally. The course develops expertise in sustainable development, urban design, planning theory, environmental policy, community engagement, and the legislative frameworks that shape Australian cities. Students learn to integrate social, economic, and environmental considerations when advising on or making urban planning decisions.

Structured over 1.5 years of full-time study, the program typically consists of multiple units of study, each allocated a set number of credit points. Students gain both theoretical understanding and practical skills through a combination of coursework and applied learning. The course often culminates in a capstone project or research component, giving students the opportunity to apply their knowledge to real-world or simulated planning scenarios. There is significant emphasis on work-integrated learning, enabling students to engage with current issues faced by planning professionals and, where available, undertake professional placements or industry-linked projects.

Graduates develop specialist skills in spatial analysis, stakeholder consultation, urban design, strategic planning, and policy evaluation. The course is suited to those with a background or strong interest in the built environment, geography, social science, or related fields, and is ideal for both recent graduates seeking professional practice as well as mid-career professionals aiming to upskill or pivot into planning roles. The program provides a strong foundation for meeting professional recognition in Australia and supports eligibility for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) on course completion.

International students are welcome and must demonstrate English proficiency, commonly through an IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 or stated equivalents. Students are able to work up to 48 hours per fortnight during semesters, in accordance with Australian regulations. For further details about course structure, units, and admission, prospective applicants should consult the official UTS webpage and the CRICOS register entry.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Urban planner in government or private sector
Strategic or statutory planning consultant
Policy analyst for state and local authorities
Urban designer
Community engagement and consultation specialist
Transport or environmental planner
Development assessment officer
Roles in planning research or advocacy organisations

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Planning at University of Technology Sydney?

It typically takes 1.5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$63,015 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Urban planner in government or private sectorStrategic or statutory planning consultantPolicy analyst for state and local authoritiesUrban designerCommunity engagement and consultation specialistTransport or environmental plannerDevelopment assessment officerRoles in planning res...

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