Bachelor of Urban Planning (Honours) BUrbPlan(Hons)
Architecture
A course by
University of Auckland
New Zealand’s only undergraduate degree in Urban Planning, covering the structure, policy, design, and sustainability of towns, cities, and public spaces. Graduates are eligible to apply for New Zealand Planning Institute membership.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City, Auckland
It will take a total of 4 years
Core skills this course teaches
Understand urban planning theory and practice
Gain comprehensive knowledge of how towns, cities, and public spaces are structured and governed, including economic, environmental, social, and cultural dimensions.
Develop critical and creative design skills
Apply creative and analytical skills to address real-world urban problems through studio-based learning and practical projects.
Apply legislation and planning policy
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Urban Planning (Honours) at the University of Auckland prepares students to shape urban environments by addressing economic, environmental, social, and cultural issues. Over four years, students explore city structure, planning law, sustainable development, urban design, and real-world planning projects through studio courses. The programme includes a research dissertation and opportunities to collaborate with industry professionals in New Zealand’s largest urban environment.
Course Content
- People, Place and Design Studio
- Environmental and Social Justice
- Media for Spatial Practices
- Waipapa Taumata Rau
- Introduction to Urban Planning
- Ecosystem, Sustainability and Environment
- Urban Planning Studio 1-5
- Urban Infrastructure and Transportation Planning
- People, Housing and Communities
- Urban Economics
- Planning Law and Applications
- Negotiation, Mediation and Project Management
- Urban Policy Analysis, Development and Research Skills
- Māori Planning
- Urban Planning Theory
- Urban Planning Methods and Plan Making Studio
- Contemporary Wicked Problem Studio
- Smart City Planning
- Resource Consents and Implementation, Evaluation
- Research Project (Honours Dissertation)
- General Education course
What you need to know first
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Urban Planning
Architecture
Government
Community Development
Future employment opportunities might be
Roles in central, regional, and local government
Positions in community groups and NGOs