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Master of Urban Planning

Masters.
The University of Queensland

80

in world overall ranking*

14

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Urban Planning prepares you for professional planning practice with a balance of theory and applied learning. You’ll choose from a wide range of courses covering strategic, structural and statutory planning, land-use regulation, resource management and environmental planning, plus community engagement and the design dimension of urban change. Practical options include a Planning Practicum with workplace experience or an international field-based development course in the Asia-Pacific region.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across public and private sectors where planning decisions shape sustainable cities and regions. Career pathways may include urban or regional planner, strategic planner, development assessment officer, land-use and policy adviser, environmental or resource planning specialist, and consultancy roles supporting infrastructure, housing and community outcomes. This master’s coursework degree supports entry to professional urban planning practice in the built environment sector.


Living Costs in Brisbane**


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

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$50,032 per year

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Information

tick icon Duration

2 years

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February, July

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External
St Lucia

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5782

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconUQ HIGH ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP

A$10,000

tick iconUQ EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP

20% of tuition fees

tick iconUQ COVID-19 OFFSHORE ONLINE STUDY TUITION FEE REBATE

12.5% of tuition fees

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