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Western Sydney University

  • 13% international / 87% domestic

Graduate Certificate in Urban Management and Planning

  • Graduate Certificate

Enhance your skills and knowledge to successfully manage today's complex urban world.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Course Code
067915C
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Mar, Jul
Domestic Fees
$14,040 per year / $14,040 total

About this course

Enhance your skills and knowledge to successfully manage today's complex urban world.

Study locations

Parramatta City

Career pathways

With this degree you can look forward to career opportunities in:

  • Planning and management in local, state and federal government agencies or the private sector

  • Zoning

  • Transportation projects
  • Sustainability and the environment
Urban Planner

In this role you'll help to shape communities from the ground up. As a specialist in land use you will develop plans to accommodate growth, revitalise towns and cities, make communities more attractive to business and keep them vibrant and healthy.

Researcher

Research involves compiling data, analysing trends and noting observations in the area of urban trends and geography. This work is recorded in reports that are used to assist with the development of that field.

Environmental Impact Assessment

Environmental impact assessments predict the consequences that a certain policy, plan or project may have on the wider environment before they are implemented. It involves a wide range of research and analysis with a focus on protecting the environment.

Policy Development

Policy development involves researching, compiling and analysing a range of facts that relate to the benefit of society. It involves working with a range of government agencies and community groups to pinpoint relevant solutions.