Bachelor of Urban Development (Honours) (Urban and Regional Planning) (UD01)

About the course

This honours bachelor degree prepares you for professional practice in urban and regional planning within the broader urban development field. You will study planning theory and ethics, environmental analysis, community and regional planning, and urban planning practice, with opportunities to add a second major or minors. The course includes work integrated learning and an honours research component to build advanced planning capability in the built environment. The programme combines engineering fundamentals, design projects, and industry-ready technical problem-solving skills.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles in urban and regional planning across government agencies, consultancies and development organisations. Typical pathways include town/strategic planner, development assessment planner, community or regional planner, policy and sustainability roles, and planning project support positions. Professional accreditation supports progression toward recognised planner status. This Bachelor of Urban Development (Honours) builds careers in urban and regional planning within the built environment sector.

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***

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