Introduction to Planning (PLAN1001)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2017
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Earth and Environment Sc Schl
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Internal
Class hours
2L1W
Assessment methods
assignments, participation, quiz and exam
Course enquiries
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
Current course offerings
Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
This course introduces students to the theories and disciplinary practice of urban planning. The course covers the challenges in International development planning as well as the Australian planning context at National, State, regional and local scales. Historical and contemporary issues, debates and contentious issues in planning are also addressed. The course will leave students with a clear understanding of "what is planning" and some of the many challenges in shaping our cities and neighbourhoods.