Bachelor of City Planning (Honours)

Course Overview Have you ever wanted to shape the cities we live in, making them easier to navigate, more enjoyable to inhabit, or more sustainable? UNSW’s Bachelor of City Planning (Honours) equips you with the skills and knowledge to influence environmental planning and design, giving you the tools to create meaningful change in our cities and communities. Over four years of full-time study, you’ll learn how to design spaces that foster connection, create new ways of living and support sustainable growth. Key Program Highlights The program combines core courses with electives, giving you a strong foundation in urban planning, land use, environmental management and urban design, while also allowing you to develop specialist knowledge in areas that interest you. You’ll also complete a Practice Year, gaining hands-on experience in diverse workplaces across government, consultancies, NGOs and private organisations. From protecting our natural and heritage-built environments to working with communities to cultivate fair, equitable and inclusive neighbourhoods, city planning gets to the heart of what makes great places tick. You’ll graduate ready to shape the future of cities and make a real impact wherever you go.