Advanced Professional Planning Methods and Practice

Architecture

Evaluate issues in the provision of professional planning services and the application of professional planning methods, focusing on advanced techniques for urban and regional planning in Aotearoa-New Zealand.

NZ$1,699

inc GST

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This course starts anytime

(20 Credits)


Online study

Flexible online learning from anywhere

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Gain proficiency in planning information techniques

Become conversant in various techniques and tools used in gathering and organising information in planning and plan-making processes, and understand their applications and limitations.

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Develop advanced understanding of professional planning practice

Demonstrate advanced knowledge about the field of planning and professional practice, especially in Aotearoa-New Zealand urban and regional planning.

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Conduct rigorous professional planning analysis

Engage in detailed intellectual and professional analysis, criticism and problem-solving relevant to planning.

What You're Signing Up For

This online course equips students to critically assess and apply professional planning methods relevant to Aotearoa-New Zealand's urban and regional contexts. Students learn a range of information-gathering techniques, research methods, and planning processes. The course prepares them for advanced professional practice and the specific challenges facing regions like Canterbury.

Course Content

  • Techniques and tools for gathering and organising planning information
  • Applications and limitations of planning techniques and tools
  • Planning research methods
  • Advanced knowledge in the field of professional planning practice
  • Urban and regional planning in Aotearoa-New Zealand
  • Professional analysis, criticism, and problem-solving
  • Planning processes and structures
  • Planning issues in Canterbury
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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Urban and Regional Planning

  • Local Government

  • Environmental Planning

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Urban planner

  • Regional planner

  • Planning consultancy roles

  • Government and council planning roles