Master of Urban Planning (Online)

What you will study

UTS Online’s Master of Urban Planning comprises 15 subjects, and can be completed in as little as two and a half years.

Note: Students who complete eight subjects from the masters may be eligible to exit with a Graduate Diploma in Urban Planning. 

Core Subjects

Property Development and Planning Process
Sustainable Urban Development
Planning & Design Theory and Decision Making
Urban Design Fundamentals
Urban Analytics
Environmental and Social Impact Assessments
Urban Economics and Infrastructure Funding
Australian Planning and Environmental Law
Local Strategic Planning
Structure Planning
Spatial Analysis (GIS)
Development Negotiation and Community Engagement
Urban Redevelopment
Major Project 1
Major Project 2

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Upcoming study periods

UTS Online courses have six intakes per year. The diagram below shows all upcoming
intakes, with the next intake highlighted in blue.

Jan

2025

Mar

2025

May

2025

Jun

2025

Aug

2025

Oct

2025

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A note from our Course Director

“The UTS Online Master of Urban Planning gives you the understanding of fundamental planning principles and the technical skills to tackle the contemporary challenges of our urban and regional centers. With an emphasis on developing future planners’ critical thinking and analytical skills, our course equips future graduates with practical capabilities to navigate complex urban problems, influence decision-making processes and develop productive, equitable and resilient cities.

Whether you are wanting to upskill or change your career, our Online Master of Urban Planning ensures you develop the skills required to work in the planning industry and contribute to the common goal of creating a sustainable urban future."

Johanna Brugman Alvarez
Acting Course Director, Master of Urban Planning

Master of Urban Planning (Online)

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