Economics for Planners
PLAN9045
The aim of PLAN9045 Economics for Planners is to introduce the key economic theories, processes and techniques used by contemporary urban planners. The Unit of Study has two parts. In the first part of the Unit, students are introduced to the economic drivers shaping city and regional development outcomes, and the location and form of different land uses. The second part of the Unit equips students with core technical skills, including project and program evaluation, demographics and population forecasting, economic and social impact analysis, development feasibility, assessment of benefits and costs, and justification for public funding.
Unit of study details
Unit of study level: Postgraduate
Credit points: 6
Commencing semesters: 2
Further unit of study information
Unit of study handbook: PLAN9045
Costs and scholarships information: Costs and Scholarships
Final dates to withdraw from units of study: Census Dates
Available for study abroad and exchange: Yes
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- Master of Design Science (Illumination Design) - Double Specialisation
- Master of Design Science (Sustainable Design) - Double Specialisation
- Master of Design Science (Audio and Acoustics) - Double Specialisation
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- Graduate Diploma in Design Science (Audio and Acoustics)
- Graduate Diploma in Interaction Design and Electronic Arts
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