Undergraduate CUR-URP100-2022

Governance for Planning

Take a closer look at how local, state and federal governments are structured and organised in Australia. Explore the principles and concepts that form the basis for current legislation. Find out how such legislation can impact development processes.

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Duration

13 weeks

Study method

100% Online

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Assessments

100% online

Prior study

Not required

Start dates

29 Aug 2022

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Subject details

What you'll learn

At the completion of this subject students will be able to:

discuss the meanings and applications of the term ‘governance’, specifically in relation to urban and regional planning locally, nationally and internationally
describe the structure and operation of different levels of government in Australia and identify how each influences the planning and development of cities and regions and compare in different jurisdictions
describe the essential elements of a planning system and describe some of the different ways that planning systems may be structured
reflect on how the interests and practices of Indigenous Australians interact with planning governance
describe and understand governance tools available to planners for shaping the future development of cities and regions
reflect on decision-making processes as they relate to urban and regional development, taking account of diverse interests as well as professional ethics

Topics covered

- Political Systems and Institutions
- First Nations and Planning Governance
- Decision Making in Practice

Entry requirements

No eligibility requirements

Additional requirements

Equipment requirements - Access to hardware: webcam, speakers and microphone.

Description

Governance in Australia - Federal, State and Local Government. The location of planning activity within the spheres of government. Introduction to planning and related law and its interpretation in planning and development practice.

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Assessments

Case study (40%)
Debate and Reflection (40%)
Essay (20%)

Textbooks

Current study term: 28 Aug 22 to 27 Nov 22

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