Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning
The profession of urban and regional planning is concerned with the planning, designing and managing of the built environment. It is interdisciplinary in nature and integrates both the art and science of creating a better quality of life in a sustainable environment. At the local level the profession deals with the planning and designing of neighbourhoods, towns and cities. In contrast, the profession focuses on strategic and structural planning at the regional and national level. The profession seeks to balance between society and environment by managing developments through policies, strategies and plans.
The Urban and Regional Planning programme emphasises technical, strategic and generic skills demanded of planners. Students are instilled with knowledge on principles of planning, creativity in designing and problem solving, analytical and strategic thinking, as well as competency in research and practice.
LEARNING OUTCOME
- Discuss and articulate the philosophy, principles and institution of; and issues, problems and solutions in, urban and regional planning and other related fields.
- Apply design tools, techniques, ICT and/ or create models to resolve planning problems and issues as well as communicate planning ideas.
- Identify, analyse, evaluates and solve planning issues and problems; generate plans and formulate solution alternatives.
- Convey ideas, express rationale and provide solutions clearly in verbal, graphic and written forms to different audiences.
- Interact, collaborate and negotiate responsibly with etiquette among colleagues and/or community.
- Demonstrate ethical, moral values and professionalism among peers and the community.
- Select, retrieve, evaluate, and manage information from various sources, appreciate new ideas and be capable of independent learning.
- Acquire basic management knowledge and skills as well as appreciate personal entrepreneurial characteristics.
- Demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, motivate and coordinate a team towards goal achievement.
ABOUT THE COURSE
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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Year 1
Year 4
Year 2
Electives
Year 3
Duration of Study
Mode of Study : Full-time
Minimum Duration : 4 years
Maximum Duration : 6 years
STUDY FEES
International
Malaysians
ENTRY REQUIREMENT
For STPM/ equivalent
i) University Basic Entry
1. Passed SPM/SPMV with credit in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia or credit in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia in July Paper.
2. Passed STPM with:
- Grade C (NGMP 2.00) in Pengajian Am, AND
- Grade C (NGMP 2.00) in TWO (2) other subjects
3. Attended Malaysian University English Test (MUET) atleast Band 1
1. Passed with atleast PNGK 2.80 at STPM level.
2. Passed with atleast grade B- (NGMP 2.67) at STPM in any TWO subjects: Physics, Seni Visual, Chemistry, Biology, Ekonomi, Sejarah, Geografi, Information and Comunications Technology, Mathematics M / Mathematics T / Further Mathematics, Pengajian Perniagaan, Perakaunan, Bahasa Melayu, Kesusasteraan Melayu Kominikatif / Literature in English, Bahasa Arab / Bahasa Cina / Bahasa Tamil, Syariah / Usuludin, Sains Sukan.
3. Passed with credit in Mathematics at SPM level or equivalent.
4. Passed with atleast Band 2 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET)
5. Not a blind colour.
For Matrikulasi/ Asasi Sains UM/ Tahun Asas UTM
i) University Basic Entry
1. Passed SPM or equivalent with credit in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia or credit in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia in July Paper.
2. Passed KPM Matriculation/Asasi Sains UM/ Asasi Undang-undang KPTM with at least CPA 2.00 andattended Malaysian University English Test (MUET) with atleast Band 1.
ii) Special Entry Requirement
1. Passed with atleast PNGK 2.80 at STPM level.
2. Passed with atleast grade B- (NGMP 2.67) at STPM in any TWO subjects: Physics / Engineering Physics, Chemistry/ Engineering Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science / Computing, Mathematics, Civil Engineering Studies / Electrical And Electronic Engineering Studies / Mechanical Engineering Studies.
3. Passed with credit in Mathematics at SPM level or equivalent.
4. Passed with atleast Band 2 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET)
5. Not a blind colour.
For Diploma or equivalent (Direct to 2nd year beginning 2008)
i) University Basic Entry
1. Passed SPM or equivalent with credit in Bahasa Melayu or credit in Bahasa Melayu in July Paper.
2. Obtained Diploma or other certifications from institutions recognized by Malaysian Government and approved by the University Senate.
3. Attended Malaysian University English Test (MUET) with atleast Band 1.
ii) Special Entry Requirement
1. Obtained a Diploma in Science in Architecture from UTM or equivalent with at least PNGK 2.70; OR
2. Candidates with PNGK< 2.70, with at least 2 years working experience in related area are eligible to apply; OR
3. Passed with credit in Mathematics at SPM level or equivalent or score at least Grade C in one of the Mathematics subjects at Diploma level.
4. Passed with atleast Band 2 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET).
5. Not a blind colour
Note:
Candidates have to submit the complete transcript of their Diploma (1st to final semester) and a copy of Diploma or a certified graduation confirmation letter.
ALUMNI STORY
Career Prospects
Graduates of the programme have fpund employment opportunities widely in the public and private sectors as well as non-governmental organisations (NGOs). In the public sector, the graduates are eligible to be employed as a planner at government agencies such as Jabatan Perancangan Bandar dan Desa, Jabatan Kerajaan Tempatan, Jabatan Perumahan Negara, Jabatan Pengurusan Sisa Pepejal Negara, Jabatan Lanskap Negara and local authorities. In the private sector, the graduates are eligible to work in planning consultation firms, property developers, project management firms and construction companies. Other opportunities for the graduates are to be an academician or working with NGOs focusing on the society and the environment.