153899 v.3 Bachelor of Arts (Urban and Regional Planning)

Introduction

This course provides the background for those entering the urban and regional planning profession. It is the only course in Western Australia accredited by the Royal Australian Planning Institute. The distinguishing characteristic of this course is the use of interdisciplinary knowledge and techniques in addressing environmental, social and design issues concerning the community. It is now widely accepted that successful human settlements must be properly planned and a range of statutory and non-statutory controls exist at all levels of government to protect the public interest in the development process. The involvement of individuals and community groups in the preparation and implementation of plans is now considered vital to successful development outcomes.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

STAT elements considered are E and either V or Q.

Specific Requirements

STAT elements considered are E and either V or Q.

Note

Students who have completed the first three years of the Bachelor of Arts (Urban and Regional Planning) at Curtin with a course weighted average of not less than 70 per cent in the previous two semesters of equivalent full-time study and with at least 65per cent in Planning Report 312 would be eligible for entry into the honours stream.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning will be assessed on an individual basis. Graduates from other disciplines wishing to gain a professional qualification in urban and regional planning will be required to complete the final year of the coursein addition to bridging studies of up to one year duration dependent upon previous qualifications and experience.

Duration and Availability

The course is four years full-time or equivalent part-time study. The final year of study is available on an external basis.

Professional Recognition

The course is recognised by the Planning Institute of Australia as fulfilling the educational requirements for membership of the Institute.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Availability

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.