*The Good Universities Guide Ratings 2007-2017
Geography is the study of interactions between human society and the natural and built environments, and the places that are produced from these interrelationships. Geography brings a unique perspective to current environmental, social, economic, population and cultural issues through its appreciation of the role of all scales - global, national, regional and local - in influencing change. Geographers address the big issues facing society: from understanding migration patterns and investigating social and economic inequality, to exploring the condition of our inland rivers and forecasting the likely impact of climate change and sea level rise on coastal towns and cities. Geography is also available as a major in the Bachelor of Science.
Urban and regional planning is about shaping the places in which we live, work and play. Planners help design the future of our cities, towns and regions and create places that are attractive, environmentally sustainable and economically efficient. Because these places are made up of many different elements, planning draws upon diverse fields of knowledge. It is multi-disciplinary, both a science and an art. Planning students learn about development, the environment, transport, urban design, architecture, the economy, law, heritage, climate change, housing, society and culture, tourism and shopping - at the same time.
The Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning leads to a professional career in planning, with employment opportunities in both city and country. Planning is about designing places that will stand the test of time - not cost the earth. Planning is about working towards a more livable, more sustainable world. Planners need to be familiar with a wide range of issues and the degree provides a broad general education in all major areas of planning and urban design, including land use planning, social planning, economic planning, transport planning, environmental planning, professionalism and ethics, and environmental and planning law. Work experience is an important part of the program and means that you'll receive a hands-on education, opportunities to put your learning into practice and a head-start in terms of gaining on-the-job experience.
The Master of Urban and Regional Planning offers a thorough grounding in urban and regional planning, both to graduates wishing to enter the profession and to practising professionals wishing to upgrade their knowledge.
Besides acquiring knowledge and necessary skills for professional accreditation, graduates will be in high demand and will be able to access employment opportunities within and outside Australia. A Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning is also offered.
Geography is available as a major in the Master of Arts, while Geography units can be studied as part of a Graduate Certificate in Arts.
UNE offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in geography and planning.Most are available to be studied online and can be started in one of our three entry periods: February, June, and October.
The following table shows the courses that are available in our currently open entry periods.
Course | Trimester 2 - Start June | Trimester 3 - Start October |
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Diploma in Town Planning | ✔ | ✖ |
Bachelor of Arts (Human Geography; Physical Geography) | ✔ | ✔ |
Bachelor of Science (Geography) | ✔ | ✔ |
Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning | ✔ | ✖ |
Graduate Diploma of Urban and Regional Planning | ✔ | ✔ |
Graduate Certificate in Arts | ✔ | ✔ |
Master of Urban and Regional Planning | ✔ | ✖ |
Please see course details for individual course rules and admissions criteria. Note some degrees have mandatory intensive schools which require attendance on campus.
Flexibility is the key to our online learning programs. Whatever your commitments you can study at any time or place around the world - at home, travelling or at work. Your study can be balanced with the competing interests of work, family and social commitments.
UNE has been providing flexible education for over 60 years, so we know what the challenges are, and have a wide range of support services in place to help students overcome them. Our online teaching is designed to be inclusive, and to create a learning community for all students to engage with each other as well as academic staff. This is one of the reasons why we’ve been rated the best online university by Online Study Australia in its national list of top ten online universities.
Instead of turning up to a lecture on campus at a designated time, the course content is provided online for you to access when it suits you each week. It might be a podcast (recorded lecture), a set of readings, questions posed in a discussion board, an online quiz or a video. Your lecturer will guide you through the unit with a weekly plan of study.
To make sure your learning can take place when it suits you, UNE provides online facilities which allow you to send questions, submit assignments, order library books, check your grades and access other resources, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
We also believe that a vital part of online study is your engagement with the learning community. Communication with your classmates, teaching staff and university support staff will enhance your study experience and ensure that your skills extend beyond just the subject matter.
Some online units have intensive schools, which are usually held in the term breaks at our Armidale campus. Intensive schools are a valuable and enjoyable experience that enrich the learning process and help build your networks. Check the Course and Unit Catalogue to see if any units in your degree have intensive schools.
Please note: International students who wish to study wholly online are only permitted to do so if they are studying online from overseas or are studying in Australia on a visa other than a student visa.
The Pathways Enabling Course prepares you for admission to an undergraduate course at UNE. It is free from course fees and available online. The course awards you with the minimum entry requirements and can provide credit towards your UNE degree.
More information about the Pathways Enabling Course.
You may also be interested in TRACKS Tertiary Preparation Program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Science Pathways program in the Bachelor of Scientific Studies is designed for students who may have little or no scientific background. It aims to build the skills and knowledge to help prepare students for more specialised science-based degrees. It includes foundation units in basic sciences and allows you to choose units from a range of specific study pathways. On completion of the program you can transfer into the science degree of your choice, and receive credit for units already completed.
More information about the Science Pathways Program.
Prior to applying we suggest you:
Applications are now open for Trimester 2, 2017
Please note: International students who wish to study wholly online are only permitted to do so if they are studying online from overseas or are studying in Australia on a visa other than a student visa.
Use the form below to email our Future Student Team and they'll be able to help you with details about the application process, degree questions, studying at UNE and more.
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