The University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Design/Master of Urban Planning
Dookie, Victoria, Australia
Level
Bachelor
Duration
5.0F/P
Campus
Parkville (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
TBD
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Course Overview
Bachelor of Design/Master of Urban Planning at The University of Melbourne in Dookie, Victoria, Australia is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Urban planning graduates work for local authorities, development consultancies, housing associations and national infrastructure bodies, qualifying as Chartered Town Planners (MRTPI) through the RTPI pathway.
Student life (indicative)
Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital — an obsessive café culture, world-class street art, live music every night, top-tier restaurants and galleries, and a cosmopolitan energy that consistently ranks it among the world's most liveable cities.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
75,513
Staff Ratio
12.0:1
International
44.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
58.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£45,820
First-year earnings
Placement Year
✓ Available
Work experience option
Costs & Living
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Bachelor of Design/Master of Urban Planning
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor of Design/Master of Urban Planning topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor of Design/Master of Urban Planning
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
- Satisfactory completion of a Year 12 To be eligible for entry to this course applicants must be completing an approved Year 12 equivalent qualification at the time of application and achieve an indicative ATAR (or equivalent) around 90.00 or above.
- Prerequisites (for specific majors) This prerequisite applies to applicants who intend to complete the following list of major studies as part of this course: Civil Engineering Systems, Computing and Software Systems, Digital Infrastructure Engineering Systems, or Mechanical Engineering Systems.
- Year 12 Prerequisite Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in Mathematical Methods (or equivalent).
- Students who do not complete the prerequisite in Year 12 will need to undertake a bridging subject in mathematics as breadth in first year (with a Units 1 and 2 Mathematics Methods prerequisite).
- Young Applicants Applicants who will be aged less than 17 years old at the start of the semester, may be required to attend an interview to determine whether their age may adversely affect their ability to successfully undertake the course.
- You will be contacted if this is required.
- Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
- Satisfactory completion of a Year 12 To be eligible for entry to this course applicants must be completing an approved Year 12 equivalent qualification at the time of application and achieve an indicative ATAR (or equivalent) around 90.00 or above.
- Prerequisites (for specific majors) This prerequisite applies to applicants who intend to complete the following list of major studies as part of this course: Civil Engineering Systems, Computing and Software Systems, Digital Infrastructure Engineering Systems, or Mechanical Engineering Systems.
- Year 12 Prerequisite Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in Mathematical Methods (or equivalent).
- Students who do not complete the prerequisite in Year 12 will need to undertake a bridging subject in mathematics as breadth in first year (with a Units 1 and 2 Mathematics Methods prerequisite).
- Young Applicants Applicants who will be aged less than 17 years old at the start of the semester, may be required to attend an interview to determine whether their age may adversely affect their ability to successfully undertake the course.
- You will be contacted if this is required. | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English as an Additional Language or at least 25 in English other than EAL.
Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
75,513
Total students
Staff Ratio
12:1
Students per staff
International Students
44%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Global / diverse | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks
Student Life & City (indicative)
Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital — an obsessive café culture, world-class street art, live music every night, top-tier restaurants and galleries, and a cosmopolitan energy that consistently ranks it among the world's most liveable cities.
- Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital — an obsessive café culture, world-class street art, live music every night, top-tier restaurants and galleries, and a cosmopolitan energy that consistently ranks it among the world's most liveable cities.
What Students Love
- Rich arts & cultural scene
- Great café culture
- Diverse international food scene
- Active music scene
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
58%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£45,820
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✓ Available
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Urban planning graduates work for local authorities, development consultancies, housing associations and national infrastructure bodies, qualifying as Chartered Town Planners (MRTPI) through the RTPI pathway.
- Urban planning graduates work for local authorities, development consultancies, housing associations and national infrastructure bodies, qualifying as Chartered Town Planners (MRTPI) through the RTPI pathway.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Finance
- Healthcare
- Technology
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
Like most major Australian cities, Melbourne carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $2,280/month (housing $1,385, food $480, transport $143). Australia's most culturally rich city — Melbourne consistently tops global liveability rankings.
- Like most major Australian cities, Melbourne carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $2,280/month (housing $1,385, food $480, transport $143).
- Australia's most culturally rich city — Melbourne consistently tops global liveability rankings.