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Study postgraduate architecture & construction online with Curtin University through Open Universities Australia. Explore all degrees, subjects and short courses now.

This degree is designed to develop the requisite skills and knowledge to enter the planning profession. It examines the theoretical foundations of planning, it’s legislative and governance frameworks and develops practical skills required by planning practitioners in government agencies, the private sector and NGOs. It also teaches research skills and develops critical analytical capacities through the completion of a major piece of original planning research. Participation in projects that involve real planning issues and engagement with planning professionals prepare graduates for professional life.
Students will have opportunities to experience local, national and international examples of best and worst practice.
Urban and Regional Planning plays an important role in ensuring that the built environment operates in an efficient and effective manner and balances the demands of economic development, environmental conservation and social inclusion.
This degree is designed to prepare graduates for planning practice. The first year of the degree introduces planning theory, law and practice. It also imparts an understanding of land development, the functions and ethics of practice in the public and private sectors and the development of plans that serve the needs of government agencies and communities. Finally, students acquire critical analytical and research skills in preparation for the final semester of the degree which involves undertaking and presenting a piece of original research.

Become an expert in planning theory, law and practice. Understand land development, ethics of practice and the development of plans that serve the needs of government agencies and communities. Find a career as a planner in the private and public sectors.

Master of Urban and Regional Planning

This degree provides an introduction to the planning principles, practices and techniques used by urban and regional planners. Examples and applications draw on local, national and international examples. It can be seen as a stand-alone qualification in its own right, or as the first step towards the Master of Urban and Regional Planning, which is a full professional qualification. It can also provide mid-career training for practising planners. A distinguishing characteristic of the degree is the use of interdisciplinary knowledge and techniques in addressing environmental, social and design issues of concern to the community. It is now widely accepted that successful human settlements must be properly planned and a range of statutory and non-statutory controls exist at all levels of government to protect the public interest in the development process.
The Graduate Certificate in Development Planning offers an alternative pathway into the Master of Urban and Regional Planning for those from a non-related discipline or with only industry experience.

Examine social and economic planning theories, laws and trends and the importance of an integrated approach. Study land development processes, environmental factors and the implications for community sustainability within a governance framework.

Graduate Certificate in Development Planning

This degree progresses the learning of our Bachelor of Applied Science (Architectural Science) providing a further two years of advanced studies in design project work, architectural history, theory and research, management, law and professional practice.Students are involved in advanced design projects, analysing urban contexts and considering urban design and place making. Students will also develop research knowledge and skills before completing their own individual dissertation in architectural design.

Advance your studies in architectural history, theory, research, management, law and professional practice. Study design projects and analyse urban design and place making. An individual dissertation in architectural design is required.

Master of Architecture

If you are currently an on campus Commonwealth supported place (CSP) student at Curtin University and would like to continue your studies off-campus, you can now do so through OUA as a cross - institutional student.OUA’s Fast track your Curtin on campus study, offers students currently studying on campus the:<ul><li>Flexibility to continue their CSP studies online and;</li><li>The assurance that any units studied online can be credited to their overall course.</li></ul>

If you‘re a Commonwealth supported place student studying on a university campus, we offer you the flexibility to move your studies online. Be assured that any subjects you complete online that meet degree requirements will be credited to your overall degree.

Fast track your Curtin on campus study (Postgraduate)

Construction Project Management

Contract Administration

Introduction to Management in Construction

Introduction to Contract Administration

Construction 1

Advanced Contract Administration

Structures 2

Introduction to Sustainable Design for Houses

Sustainability and Structures in Architecture

Structures

This subject focuses on the conceptualisation, methodological development and design of conceptually and programmatically complex medium to large-scale buildings. A response incorporating decarbonising strategies, sustainable design principles driven by building industry innovation, environmental resiliency and inclusive access is incorporated into the project work. The design process will take account of the project brief, multiple cultural perspectives, knowledge and contexts in the process of design and conceptualisation. Students will develop a critical position that will inform their design process. Work Integrated Learning will be incorporated throughout the unit by using a mode of teaching where design activity will take place in workshop situations / on sites/simulation of the real-world project/interaction with community and industry.Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject, you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.Find out more about the <a href="https://academicintegrity.curtin.edu.au/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Complex Buildings Studio

Students will engage with research to understand urban design theories and methods to stimulate thinking about urban possibilities in the context of the climate crisis and a decarbonising agenda focused on sustainable cities and communities. Students will be asked to consider urban histories and strategies incorporating multiple cultural perspectives, knowledge, practices, ecology and context to make cities inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable. They will also be involved in the exploration, development and demonstration of design skills for urban projects, incorporating: the analysis of urban contexts, understanding the role that urban design projects play in shaping the public domain and the practice of making speculative urban propositions. Work Integrated Learning will be incorporated throughout the unit by using a mode of teaching where design activity takes place in workshop situations / on sites/simulation of the real-world project/interaction with community and industry.Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject, you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.Find out more about the <a href="https://academicintegrity.curtin.edu.au/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Urban Design Studio

This subject was previously known as Architectural Systems Research Topics.Students will develop research skills focused on digital, technological or environmental architectural systems through a nominated research project. Students will conduct an in-depth exploration and analysis, employing digital fabrication and making techniques to explore advanced architectural systems. Using skills and knowledge’s relating to their understanding of digital and/or physical application, students will produce an outcome that is applicable to defined environments and communities. Students will be expected to demonstrate technical and architectural language proficiency related to the selected focus of the research. There will be a fieldwork component, the nature of which is dependent upon the focus of the research.Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.Find out more about the <a href="https://www.curtin.edu.au/students/essentials/rights/academic-integrity/aip/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Undertake a research assignment into a digital, technological or environmental architectural system.Expand your analytical research method tool kit. Go out into the real work and conduct fieldwork. Transcribe all your findings into a critical review.

Advanced Architectural Systems Research Applications

This subject was previously known as Architectural Culture Research Topics 1.Students use critical and analytical skills to develop an advanced understanding of themes, concepts and research methods relating to the theoretical, historical, social and cultural aspects of architecture and urban environments. Students are provided with a particular focus on exploring and understanding of the Australian First Nations worldview, and of Indigenous practices and Indigenous research methods. Students will be expected to gain knowledge of Caring for Country practices and implications for Country as an aspect of environmentally sustainable landscape. This will be done through a range of First Nation literature, design precedents and through a meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities. A fieldwork component is dependent on the focus of the research.Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.Find out more about the <a href="https://academicintegrity.curtin.edu.au/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Build up an understanding of the theory and history that informs architectural practices in urban environments.Reflect on how cultural considerations underpin an architect's decision-making process. Explore the interplay between city and climate.

Architecture and Culture Research Topics and Methods

This subject was previously known as Global Cities and Regions. This subject explores the key concepts and approaches for understanding cities. The subject draws on consideration of the processes of globalisation, gentrification and urban contestations shaping the social geographies of cities.Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.Find out more about the <a href="https://www.curtin.edu.au/students/essentials/rights/academic-integrity/aip/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Forge an understanding of how globalisation, gentrification and other such factors have created global cities.Get a snapshot of the relationships cities have with their regions. Forecast the pathways that urbanisation trends will lead us down.

Urban Geographies

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