Overview
The Planning programme at Lincoln University Canterbury covers urban, regional resource and environmental planning. Additionally, the degree provides flexibility to specialise in water, landscape, energy, transport, resilience, international development or indigenous and Maori planning through specified and optional electives.
Education
Students who have completed geography, political science, English, sociology, anthropology, law, architecture, environmental management or environmental science degrees will transition relatively easily into the this degree, however graduates with a good command of written English generally should be able to readily adapt to the demands of the degree.
Graduates are eligible for Graduate Membership of the NZPI, which has advantages if seeking employment in the UK, Ireland and Australia, as well as New Zealand.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Urban, Regional and Resource Planning
- Principles of Environmental Impact Assessment
- Advanced Professional Planning Methods and Practice
- Environmental Policy and Planning
- Group Case Study
- Advanced Resource Management and Planning Law
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Architecture Civil Engineering & Construction View 12 other Masters in Civil Engineering & Construction in New ZealandAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A relevant degree with a B grade average in your 300-level courses and final year (full-time equivalent)
- A birth certificate or passport (a scanned copy showing the same name that is on your academic documents)
- Academic transcripts (results or mark sheets) for all tertiary education qualifications, either completed or partially completed. The transcript must include the courses taken and the marks or grades achieved. The grading scale used must also be provided.
- Evidence of English language proficiency (if applicable)
- A Curriculum Vitae or resume
Tuition Fee
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International
39944 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 39944 USD per year during 24 months. -
National
11146 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11146 USD per year during 24 months.
- National students: 16068 NZD
- International students: 57600 NZD
Living costs for Christchurch
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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