About the Course

The program is your pathway to the professional world of planning and the design, economics and theory of urban and regional environments. You will be shown the tools and methodologies to work in planning-based roles for the private sector and government agencies ranging from national levels to site-specific projects. The Planning Institute of Australia accredits this course, ensuring professional relevance and excellent employment opportunities. Planners are strategic professionals that reconcile the complex demands of law, budgets and aesthetics to produce plans for vibrant, functional and desirable public spaces and cities. The planning program at the University of Sydney is recognised for its focus on the significant challenges of scale in planning. Our expertise in both Urban and in Regional planning means that when you study with us, you will be adept at working across the spectrum of planning works, whether for a population of 500 or for 5 million. You will benefit from the expertise of our staff and our close ties with industry.

Institute Ranking

#40 in QS World University Rankings 2021, #2 in Australia

Program Ranking

#2 in Australia for Architecture, #18 in the world. *QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020