Regional and Town Planning

Develop the knowledge and skills needed to help communities, companies and governments integrate the environmental, economic and social aspects of development from site design to regional scale analysis.Learn to balance the competing priorities for development with preservation of the natural environment as you gain the necessary skills to plan cities and regional towns.Study land use, transport, infrastructure, and urban design as well as real estate markets, investment, sustainability, community consultation, and strategic long-term town planning.Undertake planning projects that emphasise the application of planning theory and design skills, working with industry, government and community partners on real-life developments.Gain a degree that comes with professional recognition. UQ’s Regional and Town Planning program is fully accredited by the Planning Institute of Australia.UQ town planners and developers are leading professionals who ensure the affordability, sustainability and liveability of our communities and cities.EMPLOYABILITYIndustry experienceStudents work on planning projects with industry partners in every year of the program, including with shopping centres, Delfin Lend Lease Springfield Lakes, Maroochydore Principal Activity Centre (PAC) Planning Scheme, and the Brisbane City Council.WHY STUDYRelocation bursariesRelocation bursaries are available for students commencing the Bachelor of Regional and Town Planning program in Semester 1, 2018 who are relocating to Brisbane from outside the SE Queensland region. APPLY NOWBEYOND THE CLASSROOMInternationalise your studiesEnroll in field studies courses to Indonesia, Vietnam and Hong Kong that focus on the development of cities and urban areas as well as the key issues facing different regions around the world.ALUMNI"Definitely get practical experience during university to get ahead . UQ offers industry-focused planning projects in...