Urban Planning

Bachelor of Urban Planning (Honours). Design and plan our community spaces, cities and built environments.

Why study with us

  • The BUrbPlan(Hons) is a professional qualification, recognised for membership of the New Zealand Planning Institute (NZPI).
  • We cultivate real-world environments and experiences through studio-based tuition and project work.
  • Our courses stimulate creativity, critical thinking, design, and analysis.
  • Our approach is holistic and thorough. We prepare students for professional life by developing not only their creativity and vision, but also their leadership and project management skills.
  • We offer increasing opportunities for overseas study, internships and experiential learning.
Angela Tabea Fusitu’a leans on a balcony overlooking Silo Park, Auckland City.
Angela Tabea Fusitu'a | Graduate: Bachelor of Planning, Master of Planning

I have always been interested in how communities can be improved, especially living in one of Auckland’s vulnerable neighbourhoods. This passion stems from enjoying geography and statistics in high school and trying to understand better how people and place play a role in shaping cities.

Angela Tabea Fusitu'a Resource Planner at Far North District Council

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Start your journey to the University with an Application for Admission to the Bachelor of Urban Planning (Honours) (BUrbPlan(Hons)). Applications close 8 December 2024.

Where can Urban Planning take you?

  • Central, regional and local government
  • Iwi authorities
  • Non-governmental organisations and community groups
  • Private practice

What do Urban Planners do?

Urban Planners focus on the natural, social, economic and cultural dimensions of life and the future of our towns and cities. They think about land use, spatial design, physical and social infrastructure, natural and cultural resources, resilience and the promotion of human equity and happiness.

Urban Planning studios

Urban Planning students learn and study in dedicated large open-plan studios. Enjoy a 360° virtual tour of a small selection of Urban Planning spaces below or watch the tour on YouTube now.

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