Master of Research (Planning) – (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths)
The Master of Research (Planning) is an internationally recognised qualification that provides graduates with the professional and scholarly education to take a leadership role in urban and regional planning research and policy development. The course has accreditation from the Planning Institute of Australia.
Campus Information
Parramatta City Campus (Main Campus)
Our brand new Parramatta City campus is home to state-of-the-art learning facilities and unique study spaces. Gives you access to leaders in industry, community and government.
Parramatta South Campus
Parramatta is rapidly becoming the heart of Sydney’s business, creative and cultural landscape. Western’s Parramatta campus offers cutting-edge facilities and technology.
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Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
As a Doctor of Philosophy graduate, you can look forward to career opportunities in settings such as:
Academia, industry, government and non-government organizations
- Scientific research
- Specialist consultancy
- Research management
- Executive-level management
PSW Opportunity
- Yes, 3 years PSW.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Western Sydney University must be satisfied that you are able to commence study at a suitable level for entry into the Master of Research (Planning).
To be eligible for admission, you must have:
- successfully completed a Bachelor degree or a Masters degree in a discipline such as Planning, Architecture, Engineering, Property, Urban Studies, Landscape Architecture, Geography, Environmental Management; and
- achieved an admission average mark equal to or above a minimum of 65 in their most recent degree.
- Course Code: 085507C
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Doctoral Degree/PhD
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
60188 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: N/A
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