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Master of Urban Planning (Professional) and Urban Design MUrbPlan(Prof)UrbDes
at University of Auckland

Auckland, New Zealand

Tuition Fee NZ$ 46,752
Country Rank#1
Duration30 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5

Program Overview

The Master of Urban Planning (Professional) and Urban Design 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.

This qualification is accredited by the New Zealand Planning Institute (NZPI).

Course Content
Programme structure

This programme combines courses from both standalone masters programmes. Through taught seminars and studios, you will examine a range of case studies of best urban planning practice, as well as reviewing the influence of physical and social infrastructures, sustainable design practices and urban development.

You’ll be able to explore areas of interest and submit a 15,000 word (approximate) dissertation of personal research.

The programme is structured to facilitate connection with practicing urban planning professionals and urban designers.
- Core courses: 180 points
- Elective course: 15 points
- Urban design projects: 60 points
- Research dissertation: 45 points
Entry Requirement
Programme requirements

Study option
Taught
300 points
Grade required
GPE
Grade Point Equivalent
5.0

Bachelors or masters degree in a related field

Qualification
IELTS Academic
International English Language Testing System
Score required
6.5

Further programme requirements

Taught 300 points

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.
Fees & Scholarships
2022 fees

Domestic students
NZ$9,728.40 – $10,831.20

International students
NZ$46,752

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.16 per point, estimated at $979.20 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
Career Prospect
Where could this programme take you?

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

Cost Of Studying At University of Auckland

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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Master of Urban Planning (Professional) and Urban Design MUrbPlan(Prof)UrbDes at University of Auckland