Associate Degree in Urban and Regional Environments
La Trobe University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Pre-degree
CRICOS: 00115M
Help shape tomorrow’s towns and cities. The impact of humans on the environment has the potential to threaten the future prosperity and liveability of our towns and cities. There is a growing demand in both the government and private sectors for passionate professionals who can help address environmental issues, promote inclusive communities, and develop sustainable spaces and places. La Trobe's Associate Degree in Urban and Regional Environments gives you a foothold in the vital area of community and environmental planning and development. Whether you're looking for a standalone qualification or a pathway into the Bachelor of Planning (Honours), you'll gain key skills in planning and design while building your understanding of sustainability from a regional, urban and global perspective.
Structure
To qualify for the award of Associate Degree in Urban and Regional Environments, students must complete a total of 240 credit points across 2 years.
Subjects
- First Year Subjects: Academic Integrity Module
- Climate, Sustainability and Society
- Economic Issues and Public Policy
- Exploring Living Environments
- Introducing Plan Making
- Introduction to Aboriginal Australia
- Mapping, Analysing and Visualising Data
- Politics, Philosophy and Economics
- Reading Australian Landscapes
- Society, People and Place
- Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education
Standard entry requirements
Secondary education. VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL. HSC: One of English Standard, English Advanced (Band 2), English as an Additional Language or Dialect (Band 3).
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Bendigo | International: $63,200 | Yes |
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Fee comments
Campuses: Bendigo.
Your course fees will depend on the subjects you choose to study: each subject has its own costs. The total course fee may vary depending on the subjects you choose, your study load, the time it takes to complete your course and your approved Credit for Prior Learning. Fees correct Tuesday, Feb 28 2023
