Overview

It is purposed that this Bachelor in Urban and Regional Planning (Honours) from University of Johannesburg facilitates the route towards professional accreditation as a Planner with SACPLAN.

Qualification outcomes and assessment criteria

Evaluate relevant urban planning theory in conjunction with the practical problems associated with the planning, development and management of cities, in the developing world.

Comprehend and apply concept of planning design and policy issues in urban and regional planning.

Synthesise fundamental concepts, principles and applications of research methods.

Apply urban information systems and GIS in planning applications to structuring and restructuring urban and regional settlements.

Apply strategies, ideas, philosophies, and interpretations to community planning and environmental management.

Analyse and demonstrate knowledge of land, infrastructure and transport planning skills in urban and regional planning spaces.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Community Planning & Environmental Management

Planning Design and Policy

Urban Information Systems

Land, Infrastructure and Transport Planning

Research Methodology and Research Report

Urban Planning Theory & Professional Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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IELTS

6

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Disciplines

Transport Management Environmental Management Urban Planning View 4 other Bachelors in Transport Management in South Africa

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor’s degree or NQF level 7 equivalent in Urban and Regional Planning.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

56526 ZAR / year

≈ 56526 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

56526 ZAR / year

≈ 56526 ZAR / year

Additional Details

R56 525.84 - R69 883.26 Internationals have to pay R17 780.00 extra.

Living costs

Johannesburg

South Africa

8434 - 12036 ZAR / month

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Qualification outcomes and assessment criteria

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Johannesburg

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