Be at the forefront of finding urban solutions for population growth, climate change and more. This program gives you a unique opportunity to prepare for a career as an environmental scientist or as an urban planner. Upon graduating, you will be equipped to play an important role in bringing social and natural sciences together to find solutions for complex planning issues and problems. With a strong focus on practical, hands-on teaching, you'll learn state-of-the-art drawing studios and work on real industry projects. You'll be taught by academics who have a strong footing in the industry and have the opportunity to network and connect with industry professionals throughout your degree. In your final year, you will complete an independent research project under the supervision of an academic staff member. The Honours program is a critical element for students seeking a direct pathway into research, academia and employment in many consulting and government organisations that prioritise the employment of honours graduates. For more course information, visit Bachelor of Urban Planning (Honours)/Bachelor of Science at GU.
Course record
Majors
For available majors, please refer to the separate entries for Griffith University's Bachelor of Science.
Career Opportunities
Urban/town planner; strategic planner; regional planner; environmental planner; land development designer; traffic and transport planner; environment consultant; environmental scientist; geographer; wildlife biologist; marine biologist.
Entry requirements
Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.
Standard entry
Applicants must meet the minimum age requirements for admission, see the QTAC website for details.
English requirement
IELTS 6.5, no band below 6TOEFL iBT 79, no band below 20PTE Academic 58-64, no band below 50Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 176-184, no band below 169
If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.