Bachelor of City Planning (Honours)

About the course

The Bachelor of City Planning (Honours) at UNSW Sydney prepares you to shape how cities and regions grow and change. You’ll study urban policy, planning theory, design-led thinking and the social, economic and environmental factors that influence places. The program builds practical skills through real-world projects and professional perspectives. This is an undergraduate Honours degree in the built environment and urban planning. The programme combines engineering fundamentals, design projects, and industry-ready technical problem-solving skills.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across government, consulting and community organisations, working on strategic and statutory planning, urban renewal and place-making. Career paths may include city/urban planner, development assessment officer, policy or transport planning analyst, and roles supporting housing, infrastructure and sustainability initiatives. The degree also supports progression toward professional planning practice. This is a Bachelor (Honours) qualification in Architecture & Building.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)