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Australia, Victoria
Type: University
Location Type: Semi-Urban
Founded: 1964
Total Students: 36,000 +
Int. Students: 7,000 +
Main Campus Address
Edwards Rd, Flora Hill VIC 3552, Australia
If you're passionate about the big issues in planning and want to help shape the world around you, La Trobe's Graduate Diploma in Planning offers a unique opportunity to build your skills in this high-demand field.
Learn how to create sustainable towns, cities and regions, and explore the latest research on planning best practice from award-winning professional planners. Learn from teachers with extensive industry experience and up-to-date knowledge. You'll explore how to design innovative solutions to existing and emerging problems, and understand how to transform key policies for urban, regional and rural communities in Australia and overseas.
Develop your professional portfolio, expand your networks and build your experience while you study. In this highly practical degree, you'll have the opportunity to work on live projects for local councils and government agencies, and directly shape policies that affect real-life decisions.
After successfully completing the Graduate Diploma in Planning, you could receive up to one year of advanced standing. This lets you transfer directly into the second year of La Trobe's accredited Master of Planning, should you decide to further your studies.
Want to shape a sustainable future? Graduate ready to create a better future your community.
You'll learn:
Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma
2 Days
Full-Time
12 Months
17
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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mar 2025 | Open | |
jul 2025 | Open |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Career Opportunities
After graduation, you could work in the planning and environment departments of local governments, regional bodies, research organisations, the private sector and state government agencies. You could be suitable for roles such as:
Scholarship criteria- La Trobe South Asia
Scholarship-UG for India
Eligibility High School Scoring | Scholarship Amount |
65% to 74.99% | 15% scholarship on the entire duration of the program. |
75% to 79.99% | 20% scholarship on the entire duration of the program |
80% and Higher | 25% scholarship on the entire duration of the program |
Scholarship- Post-Graduate for India
Eligibility (LTU WAM) or equivalent | Scholarship Amount |
60% to 69.99% | 15% scholarship on the entire duration of the program. |
70% to 74.99% | 20% scholarship on the entire duration of the program |
75% and Higher | 25% scholarship on the entire duration of the program |
Students who have completed their studies in Australia can apply for a Post Study Work Permit or a Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) to continue working in Australia post the completion of their study programs. As an international student, one can apply for the visa but not later than six months after completing your course. But to be eligible, you must meet the Australian Study Requirements, which include a minimum of 16 months of stay in Australia and a completing 92 weeks of a course registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
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Program Level: Master's Degree
Duration: 24 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 37,000
English Requirement: IELTS PTE
Work Permit:
Program Level: Master's Degree
Duration: 24 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 37,000
English Requirement: IELTS PTE
Work Permit:
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