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Master of Arts in Sustainable Urban and Regional Planning

Course Code: M1027

The Master of Arts in Sustainable Urban and Regional Planning is designed to meet the needs of students from a range of disciplines who wish to pursue careers in urban and regional planning or related policy areas involving urban and regional sustainability.

Units examine the institutional and legal framework for planning, and address the main policy challenges involved in planning sustainable communities. Issues covered include transport and land use, housing and infrastructure, community economic and cultural development, and social equity. Emphasis is placed on the acquisition of important planning competencies, and recognition is also given to the need for broad training in public policy, ethics, and economics as a basis for decision making. This course is global in scope with a focus on the burgeoning cities of Asia.

Level:Master - Coursework
Qualification:Master of Arts (MA) in Sustainable Urban and Regional Planning
Duration:2 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Availability: Murdoch campus (internal)
Murdoch campus (external)
Employment Prospects:Careers in urban and regional planning, or related professions in policy areas ranging from transport, engineering, health, local economic development, cultural planning, the environment and architecture, to public administration, as well as land development within the private sector and community-oriented work.
Special Requirements:There may be a reduction in choice of units if completing this course in the external mode. Access to adequate library resources and to the Internet is essential for external students.

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