Contribute to the sustainability of places, communities, regions & environmentsCourse accredited by the Planning Institute of AustraliaOutstanding career opportunitiesFlexibility of studyThe courses address the central role of environmental planning in achieving environmental, social and economic sustainability. Essential planning theory is integrated with understandings drawn from biophysical, social, cultural, legal and public policy disciplines. Urban, regional and natural environments are considered, and emphasis is given to planning across all land tenures at catchment and landscape scales. Extensive use of case studies provides students with practical examples of major environmental planning issues. Students undertake an industry placement that provides opportunities to apply the knowledge gained in the course. Masters students undertake a planning project in addition to their coursework studies.
Students are welcome from all disciplines. Entry requirements are a bachelor degree or equivalent from any discipline at credit level or better. You can apply for admission online at the Student Centre.
KGA511 Planning Theory, Process and ApplicationsKGA512 Planning for Sustainable Land Use OutcomesKGA513 Professional PlacementKGA514 Sustainable Environmental Management ORKGA518 Planning and Managing for Climate Change OR two 12.5% Undergraduate ElectivesThe Graduate Diploma can be completed in one year full-time or two years part-time.
KGA511 Planning Theory, Process and ApplicationsKGA512 Planning for Sustainable Land Use OutcomesKGA513 Professional Placementplus KGA514 Sustainable Environmental Management ORKGA518 Planning and Managing for Climate Change or two 12.5% Undergraduate Electivesplus a 25% Postgraduate Elective - contact the course coordinator for details ORplus the 25% KGA519 Planning Project OR50% KGA740 Research Project (Full-time) OR50% KGA741 Research Project (Part-time)The Masters can be completed in one and a half years full-time or up to four years part-time.
The courses can lead to positions in planning for urban, rural, regional and natural environments. Environmental planners are employed by local and state governments across Australia, the Commonwealth Government, as well as private sector firms such as planning consultants.
The courses can be studied full-time or part-time at our Hobart campus or by Distance Education. The Graduate Diploma is fully articulated with the Masters course.
The Graduate Diploma and Masters Courses are accredited by the Planning Institute of Australia.
Postgrad coursework fees for domestic students Postgrad coursework fees for international students
| Dr Michael Lockwood - Course Coordinator |
| School of Geography & Environmental Studies |
| University of Tasmania |
| Private Bag 78, Hobart, Tasmania 7001 |
| Phone: + 61 3 6226 2834 |
| Email: Michael.Lockwood@utas.edu.au |