Unit Set Information

Community Planning and Development Major

Effective from 01-JAN-2016 : Code MAAACP

This major is recommended for students wishing to focus their studies and career on community planning and development in the planning or urban/regional development sectors of the economy. The major provides students with an understanding of social planning and its role in the creation of socially cohesive and liveable communities. It equips students with an appreciation of the principles of social justice and includes concepts of community engagement and the enhancement of community well-being.

Disclaimer

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This Major can be studied in the following courses:

Mode of Delivery

On Campus at Joondalup

Work Experience Option

FBL3501 - Business Practicum. Will vary depending on the student and plaement location but involves 100+ hours of work in a planning-related workplace.

Application process

Students must apply to the FBL3501 unit coordinator.

Related Careers

Urban Planner, Town Planner, Environmental Planner, Social Planner, Statutory Planner, Strategic Planner, Transport Planner, Regional Planner, Urban Designer, Project Manager

Major Structure

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
ACS3133Aboriginal Communities15
CSV1102Introduction to Social Analysis15
CSV2111Community Development15
CSV1203Working with Groups15
Plus 4 units from:
CMM1107 ^Creative Thinking15
CSV1103 ^Interpersonal and Helping Skills15
FBL3501 ^Business Practicum15
HST3187 ^Environmental Health Management15
LMS2103 ^Leisure Facility Planning15
BUS3100 ^Business Research Practices15
TSM2105 ^Tourism Planning and Development15

^ Core Option


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

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