Masters (Coursework)
If you are looking to progress to the next stage of your career, or you want to contribute to tackling local, regional and global challenges, this accredited course will take you there.
Planning at the University of Tasmania focuses on contemporary issues and real-world professional development:
Climate challenges. Climate change is the unprecedented crisis of our times and is emerging as the determining factor in how we plan for cities and regions. Our staff are recognised international leaders, with research interests that extend from climate adaptation to the interaction of climate risk with land-use economics. In studying with us, you will attain knowledge and skills in planning for just climate outcomes.
Equitable places. We promote planning for equitable cities and regions, and the island state of Tasmania provides a unique environment in this regard. Urban diversity, cultural landscapes, natural areas and unique ecosystems are in close proximity and all easily accessible. Leveraging the local diversity afforded by the medium sized city of Hobart, we offer electives in environmental planning, protected area planning, sustainability and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
In addition, as a student you will benefit from our close ties with the planning profession, including work placement opportunities and guest lecturers. Low student to teacher ratios maximise opportunities for academic interaction and support.
Candidates for the Master of Planning shall be qualified for entry if they have qualified for:
Admission to most postgraduate coursework courses at the University of Tasmania require qualifications equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree. Applicants must achieve the required grade in their qualifying studies, meet any prerequisite subjects, and meet English language requirements to be eligible for an offer.
English Language Requirements
For students who do not meet the English Language Requirement through citizenship or prior studies in English in an approved country, evidence of an approved English language test completed within the last 2 years must be provided. See the English Language Requirements page for more information.
English Language Requirements are: IELTS (Academic) 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0)
Course Specific Requirements
Candidates for the Master of Planning shall be qualified for entry if they have qualified for:
As a professional planner, you will be in demand by local and state governments, planning consultancies and community organisations in Australia and around the world.Planners are professionals who work closely with engineers, architects and environmental consultants, providing multi-disciplinary expertise to ensure projects are appropriately investigated and strategically developed.
This course is professionally accredited by the Planning Institute of Australia and offers outstanding career opportunities.
Graduates work as professional planners, managers and policy makers in areas such as:
The Master of Planning is an externally accredited degree.
This course is accredited by the Planning Institue of Australia.
Graduates may meet the requirements for membership of the Planning Institue of Australia. There may be additional requirements for membership beyond the completion of the course.
For further membership requirements, please visit the Planning Institue of Australia website.
If you have any queries about the accreditation process, please contact us for further information.
The Master of Planning is an externally accredited degree.
This course is accredited by the Planning Institue of Australia.
Graduates may meet the requirements for membership of the Planning Institue of Australia. There may be additional requirements for membership beyond the completion of the course.
For further membership requirements, please visit the Planning Institue of Australia website.
If you have any queries about the accreditation process, please contact us for further information.
The first year of the Master of Planning (full-time equivalent) comprises Schedule A units (75 credit points), in addition to a choice of elective unit(s) from Schedule B (25 credit points).
The second year of the Master of Planning (full-time equivilant) comprises Schedule C units. If a student meets the requirements for entry into our independent research stream, then the units KGA742 Research Thesis A and KGA743 Research Thesis B will replace KGA703 Professional Research Methods and KGA704 Professional Research Practice.
There is flexibility in the program, particularly for students who already have work experience and would prefer to replace the Professional Placement unit with another unit - chosen from the elective list for Year 1.
If you are starting in 2023 you can find your course planner here - this helps you plan what units to enrol in and when.
Students in this course may be eligible for a reduction in the volume of learning of: