How do I become a planner?
Becoming a planner involves completing a course at one of the tertiary institutions in Victoria.
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Undergraduate – Degree
1. Bachelor of Urban, Rural and Environmental Planning – LaTrobe University Bendigo
2. Bachelor of Applied Science (Planning) or Double degree in Planning/Urban Design – RMIT University
3. Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning – University of New England (Online)
4. Bachelor of Environments – the University of Melbourne (3 years)
Undergraduate – Graduate Certificate / Diploma
1. Graduate Diploma in Environment and Planning – RMIT University
2. Graduate Certificate in Environment and Planning – RMIT University
3. Graduate Diploma in Rural and Regional Planning – Bendigo (RGRRP)
4. Graduate Certificate in Rural and Regional Planning – Bendigo (RCRRP)
5. Diploma in Town Planning – University of New England (Online)
Postgraduate
1. Masters of Social Science – Environment and Planning – RMIT University
2. Master of Urban Planning – the University of Melbourne
Certificate Course other professional development
Certificate IV in Local Government (Planning) - Swinburne University of Technology
PLANET (PLAnning NETwork) provides continuous improvement for planners and other users of the planning system in Victoria. www.dpcd.vic.gov.au/planet
For inquiries regarding PLANET courses please contact Andrew Horne on tel: (03) 9637 8605 or email planet.training@dpcd.vic.gov.au
Useful Links
Career One
www.careerone.com.au
Herald Sun Melbourne Career Expo
www.careerexpo.com.au
PLANET training program
www.dpcd.vic.gov.au/planet
Planning Institute of Australia
www.planning.org.au/vic
State Government Careers
www.careers.vic.gov.au
Victorian Planning and Environment Law Association
www.vpela.org.au
Youth Central
www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au