Master of Urban and Regional Planning

About the course

UNE’s Master of Urban and Regional Planning is an accredited, multidisciplinary program designed to build professional planning expertise across social, environmental and economic dimensions. You’ll develop the knowledge and skills to work strategically with diverse stakeholders and manage complex planning challenges. Study flexibly online or on campus, full-time or part-time, with entry pathways for relevant prior qualifications. This is a Master coursework degree in urban and regional planning.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles in urban and regional planning across local and state government, consultancies and community-focused organisations. Typical work includes strategic planning, land-use and development assessment, policy and place-based planning, and advising on sustainable growth and infrastructure outcomes. Accreditation supports professional recognition and can help with membership pathways in the Planning Institute of Australia. This is a Master coursework qualification for planning careers.

Living Costs in Armidale**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 851 - 1,125	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 764 - 1,010
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 5	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 365 - 483

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)