Advanced Professional Planning Methods and Practice
Architecture
A course by
Lincoln University
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.
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.

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.

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

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Urban and Regional Planning
Local Government
Environmental Planning

Future employment opportunities might be
Urban planner
Regional planner
Planning consultancy roles
Government and council planning roles


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