Planning Law

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
ARCH 6301
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Course ID
202223
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
2
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

Learners develop an understanding of legal principles informing property rights including land rights and Native Title and legal principles and procedures underpinning state based land use policy, regulatory functions and legislative obligations/frameworks in professional practice.

  • Torrens land title system and aboriginal land rights 
  • Regulatory framework for strategy planning and implementation 
  • Dispute resolution and court process 

Course learning outcomes

  • Evaluate the legal basis of Torrens title system and aboriginal land rights
  • Analyse the legal context of urban and regional development and its relevance to real-world scenarios
  • Critically review planning law on strategy planning, plan review and implementation
  • Examine legislative instruments governing zoning, property rights and dispute resolution

Assessment

Critical Analysis, Report, Critical Analysis

Degree list
The following degrees include this course