The degree equips the students with professional and scholarly education to take a leadership role in statutory town planning practice as well as policy development. This course has a strong emphasis on research rooted in social sciences and in the fast growing Greater Western Sydney Region. The coursework includes learning and training in history and theory, governance, professional practice, economic development, sustainability, transport planning, spatial analysis, and legal frameworks for planning.

The tuition fee is to be charged in national currency so it may vary in the event of changes in exchange rates. For Unibroad applicants, the enrollment fee will be waived.