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The University of Western Australia (UWA)

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Graduate Certificate in Urban Design

  • Graduate Certificate

Explore the urban jungle at the Australian Urban Design Research Centre. Develop techniques of sustainable urban design suited to this 'urban century'....

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Course Code
25210
Study Mode
In person

About this course

The Graduate Certificate in Urban Design will provide you with a preliminary overview of the urban design discipline and an introduction to its core principles, theories and practices. You'll develop techniques of urban analysis and design propositions with an orientation to the traditions, aims and means of urban design. This Certificate course aims to provide a 'top-up' qualification to professional practitioners and graduates of related fields or an introduction to Urban Design for graduates from unrelated fields. Entry into this course requires an undergraduate degree with a weighted average of at least 50%. Students from all fields are accepted, and we welcome domestic and international student to apply with a choice of on-campus and online course delivery to suit your circumstance.

Entry requirements

Admission requirements

If you're interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

Admission Requirements
(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
and
(c) successfully completed prior study in a field relevant to Urban Design; or
(2) Significant work experience including at least 5 years with a material level of responsibility.
Admission Requirements
(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
and
(c) successfully completed prior study in a field relevant to Urban Design; or
(2) Significant work experience including at least 5 years with a material level of responsibility.
Ranking and Selection Process
Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

Study locations

Perth

Career pathways

Careers and further study

Explore the career opportunities available to you.

Career Pathways

This course cultivates your knowledge and understanding of the complex nature of urban design issues and prepares you for the next step in your career in urban design.

It can also broaden your knowledge and enhance your career as an architect, landscape architect, city/town planner, transport planner, historic buildings conservation officer, or related roles.

Career Pathways

This course cultivates your knowledge and understanding of the complex nature of urban design issues and prepares you for the next step in your career in urban design.

It can also broaden your knowledge and enhance your career as an architect, landscape architect, city/town planner, transport planner, historic buildings conservation officer, or related roles.

Further Study
Upon successful completion of this course, you may choose to progress into the Graduate Diploma in Urban Design or Master of Urban Design.
Further Study Upon successful completion of this course, you may choose to progress into the Graduate Diploma in Urban Design or Master of Urban Design.

Course structure

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Architecture & Building courses at The University of Western Australia (UWA).
77.5%
Overall satisfaction
84.5%
Skill scale
69%
Teaching scale
75.5%
Employed full-time
$60k
Average salary
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