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About the course
The Graduate Diploma in Urban Planning provides a balance of theory and practical learning, designed with industry input to build job-ready planning skills. Suitable for recent graduates from any discipline and experienced professionals, the program lets you choose from a wide range of electives to develop specialised knowledge aligned with your goals. It can also serve as a pathway into further study at master’s level in urban planning. The programme strengthens advanced engineering design, systems analysis, and innovation management for complex industry projects.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue planning roles across government, consultancies and private-sector development, applying skills to support environmentally, socially and economically sustainable decisions. The program supports careers in areas such as strategic and community planning, transport and infrastructure planning, environmental and climate-responsive planning, and planning engagement and policy work. This Graduate Diploma prepares graduates for professional practice in urban planning and related built-environment 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***
