
Overview
The Master of Urban Planning (Professional) and Urban Design from University of Auckland gives you a sound platform for the realities of contemporary practice. In less time than it takes to complete the two degrees separately, you will gain a professionally-recognised urban planning qualification, and explore the design aspects of buildings, public spaces and networks.
Career
Completion of this programme will prepare you to practise as an urban planner at either local or central government level, as well as in private practice. You will also have the skills to contribute as an urban designer in the community and in industry.
Jobs related to this programme
- Built environment consultant
- Environmental designer/planner
- Private practitioner
- Resource consent planner
- Urban designer
- Urban planner
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Urban Planning Contexts
- Urban Planning Law
- Urban Planning and the Environment
- People, Communities and Urban Planning
- Sustainable Infrastructure Planning
- Housing Policies and Practices: Housing and Urban Sustainability
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Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 30 months
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Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- You must hold at least an undergraduate degree from a recognised university (or similar institution) in a related field, such as (but not limited to) environmental science, politics and international relations, economics, geography or landscape architecture.
- You will need a GPE of 5.0 in your final year of study.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
27933 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 27933 USD per year during 30 months. -
National
6392 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6392 USD per year during 30 months.
- Domestic: NZ$11,128.80
- International: NZ$48,622
Living costs for Auckland
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.