The planning profession demands real-world solutions for the constantly changing environment we live in. Work with industry experts to conduct research that will advance the way town planners approach complex issues, and provide new insights into the evolving needs of diverse communities and regions, both within Australia and globally.

In this advanced program, you’ll complete one required research course and an original thesis on a topic of your choice, from coastal management to water allocation and planning, urban planning and design issues to dispute resolution, and more.

This program is designed for planning professionals who hold a degree accredited by the Planning Institute of Australia and are looking to advance their careers in the planning industry.

In this program you will:

• Produce original research on an area of professional interest
• Develop advanced skills in research design, analysis and written communication
• Advance the way town planners approach complex issues, and contribute to the future of planning practice

To be eligible for admission to Master of Regional Planning by Research candidature, applicants are normally required to hold:

• a Planning Institute of Australia (or other professional planning accreditation body affiliated with the World Planning Schools Association) accredited four-year degree in planning, or
• an honours undergraduate degree in a planning-related area and relevant planning experience to the satisfaction of the Program Coordinator

Admission is subject to availability of appropriate supervision and facilities.