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Governance for Planning

Undergraduate | CUR-URP100 | 2019

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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.

Study method
100% online
Assessments
Subject may require attendance
Entry requirements
No ATAR needed,
No prior study
Duration
13 weeks

HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP available

Governance for Planning

About this subject

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

    1. describe the structure, character, organisation and operation of different levels of government in Australia
    2. describe the principles behind and the content of current planning legislation, particularly in Western Australia
    3. explain the relationship between planning and other legislation affecting the development process
    4. explain the nature and impact of planning policy on planning practice.

Entry requirements

No entry requirements

Additional requirements

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

Study load

0.125 EFTSL
This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.

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