Bachelor of Urban Development (Honours) (Urban and Regional Planning)/Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science) (SE05)

About the course

This double degree combines accredited urban and regional planning with environmental science, preparing you to address complex sustainability and development challenges. You will build planning, design and analysis capabilities alongside scientific understanding of environmental systems, supported by a structured study plan across both disciplines. The program includes work-integrated learning and culminates in advanced, honours-level urban development studies in planning and environmental science.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue careers spanning planning and environmental sectors, working with government, consultancies and industry on land use, urban development and sustainability. Typical roles include urban or regional planner, environmental consultant, sustainability or policy officer, and roles in environmental assessment and resource management. This honours-level double degree supports professional pathways in planning practice and environmental science-related careers. Preparing graduates for laboratory technician, research assistant, and science-based industry entry roles.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)