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Graduate Certificate in Planning Development

Help Plan the Cities of Tomorrow

As our population grows, so too does our need for intelligently planned towns, cities and regions.

This Curtin University planning development course gives you the all-round understanding you need to make a positive contribution to planning projects.

Delivered by distance education through Open Universities Australia, this course allows you to study anytime, anywhere for a qualification that's identical to one received on campus.

Gain a Recognised Degree

  • Identical to on-campus qualification
  • Study anywhere, anytime
  • FEE-HELP available
Quick Course Guide
Qualification Graduate Certificate Enrolment dates Enrol anytime - start now!
Study time Max time for completion:
10 years
Pre-requisites Recognised undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience
Delivery method Distance education - online Assessment Assignments & exams
Delivered by Curtin University of Technology Finance options FEE-HELP available

Boost Your Career in Property or Development

Planners are in demand in most urban and regional centres across Australia, in both the public and private sectors.

The Graduate Certificate in Planning Development is the only online planning course of its type in Australia. It's ideal if you:

  • Want to play a pivotal role in shaping local communities
  • Are considering a career in urban planning
  • Are a working planner looking to undertake mid-career training
  • Want to complement your existing skills in real estate or valuation
  • Are pursuing a career in property development

The course provides you with a good all-round understanding of how planning works and the environmental, social and design issues planners should be aware of.

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Course Structure

  • Total units: 5
Course Units
  • Planning Law
  • Regional Planning
  • Development Processes
  • Planning Theory
  • Introduction to Planning
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Set Your Own Study Schedule

There are four study periods each year - so you can enrol anytime and start in the study period of your choice.

You're in control of your study schedule - study from home or wherever it's convenient, and in your own time. You can fast track your learning by studying during all four study periods, or take breaks in between.

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more information.

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Study Now, Pay as You Earn

Almost every Australian citizen is eligible for Government assistance through the FEE-HELP program. This means you do not have to pay anything upfront, but can pay for your course as you earn. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant to find out more about how you can study now and pay as you earn with FEE-HELP.


Refresh Your Study Skills with Quick Skills Modules

New to university study or returning to study after a long break? You may want to consider taking Quick Skills Modules, short online courses that are designed to help you get the most out of your studies. There are six modules available:

  • An Introduction to Project Managing Your Studies
  • Setting Study Goals and Objectives
  • Managing Risks and Optimising Potential
  • Getting to Know Your Study Materials
  • Scheduling Tasks and Time
  • Preparing for and Sitting Exams

Each module can be completed within three hours. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for more information about these optional modules.

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Enjoy Comprehensive Support

Get all the support you need as you study towards your qualification. You have access to:

  • Student advisors
  • Online forums
  • Study groups
  • Online library resources
  • Online guidance on study skills and writing
  • A dedicated student association

About Curtin University of Technology & Open Universities Australia (OUA)

This course is delivered by Curtin University of Technology, in partnership with OUA.

About Curtin University of Technology

Curtin University of Technology is the largest Western Australian university, offering more than 800 undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Curtin's courses are innovative and have a strong practical focus - ensuring that graduates are job-ready and skilled to meet the current needs of industry.

Learn more about Curtin University of Technology.

About OUA

OUA offers a wide range of distance-based courses and units from Australia's leading universities. All OUA qualifications are identical to those gained on-campus - and all are FEE-HELP approved.

With OUA, you can enrol anytime, mix and match units, and study at your own pace, while enjoying comprehensive support services.

Learn more about OUA.

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