Graduate Certificate in Town Planning / Degrees / The University of Newcastle, Australia

Degree overview

Build skills for a future career in urban and regional planning

Are you looking to expand your skills in urban and regional planning? This program is designed for professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge and skills within the Australian context.

World top 200 ^? for Environmental Sciences

World top 150 ^? for Geography

Career opportunities

This program opens the door to a rewarding career in urban and regional planning. With a national shortage of qualified planners, there is a high demand for professionals ready to make a difference in their communities.

Graduate Certificate in Town Planning

Program Code 50084

CRICOS Code , Program Code 50084

Indicative fee¹

Duration (FT)(PT)

Next start date

No current intake

This program is not currently accepting new applications.

Program Code 50084

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What you will study

This program equips you with skills for urban and regional planning. You’ll engage with industry-relevant content that addresses the evolving challenges faced by professionals today.

Throughout the program, you’ll explore areas such as:

Principles of environmental legislation and policy
Legal and regulatory frameworks for development
Working ethically and respectfully on Country
Sustainable development and climate change policy
Community development strategies
Impact assessment
Planning regulations
Urban design concepts and applications.

2026 Program Handbook

The courses shown above are a guide, and don't reflect the exact year-by-year structure of the program, you should always refer to the program handbook for details of the complete program structure, course requirements and availability.

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Scholarships

If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.

Scholarships are available for current, future and international students, Asylum seekers, Graduate research, abroad and exchange study and opportunities with external providers.

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