Program Information and Study Plans
Need help planning your program and selecting your courses?
On this page you'll find a selection of resources for students enrolled in programs managed by the School of Architecture, Design and Planning (ADP).
Once you have reviewed these resources, if you cannot find the answer to your question, you may request an appointment to see an Academic Advisor to assist you with planning your program.
Study plans should be used as a guide only. Please note that all course selections must adhere to the program course list outlined at UQ Programs and Courses.
The Blank study plan template is available for you use when mapping out your study.
Architecture
Bachelor of Architectural Design (2026 program)
Study plans for students commencing the Bachelor of Architectural Design program in 2026 can be found here.
Bachelor of Architectural Design (pre-2026 program)
Important: Students who commenced the Bachelor of Architectural Design prior to 2026, should also refer to the Bachelor of Architectural Design - Program changes in 2026 alongside the relevant study plan.
- Bachelor of Architectural Design (2025) (PDF, 77 KB)
- Bachelor of Architectural Design (2023 and 2024 commencing students) (PDF, 87.1 KB
Master of Architecture
- Master of Architecture (2026 commencing students)
- Master of Architecture (2025 commencing students) (PDF, 175 KB)
- Master of Architecture (2024 commencing students) (PDF, 167.6 KB)
- Master of Architecture (2023 commencing students) (PDF, 180.8 KB)
- Master of Architecture (Students who commenced prior to 2023)
- MArch Studio Offerings
- Master Research Offerings
Design
Design (2026)
Design (pre-2026)
Important: Students who commenced a Design program prior to 2026, should also refer to the Program Changes in Design alongside the relevant study plan.
- Anthropology Major
- Buildings and Environments Major
- Environment and Society Major
- Information Environments Major
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship Major
- Media and Digital Cultures Major
Design dual degrees
- Bachelor of Business Management / Bachelor of Design (please contact the School for Study Plan information)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Design (please contact the School for Study Plan information)
- Bachelor of Information Technology / Bachelor of Design
Design Minors
Planning
In 2026, all Planning programs have undergone a name change to Urban Planning. Students graduating from 2026 and who commenced prior to 2026 can complete the program requirements and graduate with the named degree they commenced or may choose to transition to the new program. If you would like to change to the new name, you must submit a program change request in mySI-net within the application period.
Important note for Undergraduate students: Along with a change in name to the Bachelor of Urban Planning from 2026, a new compulsory core course was introduced to the program ADPS1000- Sustainability for Global Citizenship. The course ENVM2100- Foundations of Sustainable Development was removed from the compulsory core requirements. As the new program requires completion of ADPS1000, students who have already completed ENVM2100- Foundations of Sustainable Development, will receive an exemption from completing ADPS1000. ENVM2100 will be counted in place of ADPS1000 as a BUPlan Core Course. Additionally, students who have completed ARCH1140 are not required to complete ADPS1000. These courses are incompatible with one another.
Undergraduate
Study Plans for 2026 commencement can be found here
Study Plans for students who commenced prior to 2026:
- Bachelor of Regional and Town Planning (2025) (PDF, 87.5 KB)
- Bachelor of Regional and Town Planning (2024) (PDF, 136.5 KB)
- Bachelor of Regional and Town Planning (Honours) (2025) (PDF, 88.6 KB)
Coursework Research Thesis
BUPlan(Hons) Thesis Information
Postgraduate
- Graduate Certificate in Urban Planning (2026)
- Graduate Diploma in Urban Planning (2026)
- Master of Urban Planning (2026)
- Graduate Certificate of Urban and Regional Planning (2025) (PDF, 126.1 KB)
- Graduate Certificate of Urban and Regional Planning (2024) (PDF, 125.3 KB)
- Graduate Diploma of Urban and Regional Planning (2025) (PDF, 91 KB)
- Graduate Diploma of Urban and Regional Planning (2024) (PDF, 108.3 KB)
- Master of Urban and Regional Planning (2025) (PDF, 229.5 KB)
- Master of Urban and Regional Planning (2024) (PDF, 141.5 KB)
Urban Development and Design
Urban Development and Design
- Graduate Certificate of Urban Development and Design (2025 commencing students)
- Graduate Certificate of Urban Development and Design (2023 and 2024 commencing students) (PDF, 230.2 KB)
- Master of Urban Development and Design (2025 commencing students) (PDF, 219.8 KB)
- Master of Urban Development and Design (2023 and 2024 commencing students) (PDF, 147.6 KB)
Coursework Research Thesis
Please find all information and application details here - Masters Research Thesis
Follow our step-by-step instructions to apply for coursework research thesis courses, as part of your coursework program. The application process takes time, so to avoid disappointment please ensure you plan and apply for your project as soon as possible.
ADPS7060 and 7061 is a guided independent research project conducted through a series of advisory meetings and self-directed study. It is a year-long, 4-unit course. Thesis offers students the opportunity to undertake a focussed research project in a specific area of research interest.
Academic Advice
Information on booking an appointment is available here
Prior to requesting an appointment with an Academic Advisor, please ensure you review the study plans above and check your program and course requirements by searching for your program and selecting your commencement year:
Self Progression Check
You are expected to know and understand your program rules during your enrolment at UQ. You can complete a self-progression check at any time by following the below steps:
- Print your studies report from mySI-net using the following steps:
- Log into mySI-net
- Select 'Enrolment & Timetables'
- Select 'Studies Report' in the left-hand menu
- Follow the prompts
- Navigate to Programs and Courses and select Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology Faculty.
- Ensure you have selected the year you commenced your program in the top right-hand side and click Change.
- Select your program from the listing
- View the program rules to view the requirements for your course e.g. if you need to select a major, if there are advanced level requirements etc.
- Select the green courses and requirements on the left-hand menu to access your course list.
- Compare your studies report to the course list:
- Tick off the courses you have passed
- Note the courses you are planning to complete in the future
- Ensure you have completed all compulsory and courses towards your major(s)
- Compare your completed checklist with the program rules again to make sure you have met all the requirements for your program.
If you are uncertain about your requirements, would like a confirmation of your own check, or have concerns about your study progression, you can request a formal check using the button below. Please attach your self-progression check for review.
Bachelor of Design - Program Changes in 2026
From January 2026, changes to the Bachelor of Design program and the courses offered will be implemented.
Students commencing their studies in 2026 will be enrolled in the new program structure which will be delivered for the first time from 2026.
Students who commenced prior to 2026 and have retained their place in that program, can complete their program in the existing structure or they may be able to choose to change to the new program. The choice to transition to the new program structure is yours – you can choose to stay enrolled in the current program structure if that is your preference.
Please refer to the following page for detailed information: Bachelor of Design - Program Changes in 2026
Bachelor of Architectural Design - Program changes in 2026
From January 2026, changes to the Bachelor of Architectural Design program and the courses offered will be implemented.
Students commencing their studies in 2026 will be enrolled in the new program structure which will be delivered for the first time from 2026.
Students who commenced prior to 2026 and have retained their place in that program, can complete their program in the existing structure or they may be able to choose to change to the new program. The choice to transition to the new program structure is yours – you can choose to stay enrolled in the current program structure if that is your preference.
Please refer to the following page for detailed information: Bachelor of Architectural Design - Program changes in 2026
Master of Architecture - Program changes in 2023
In 2023, the Master of Architecture program was restructured and new courses were rolled out.
Students commencing their studies from 2023 are enrolled in the new program structure.
Continuing students who commenced prior to 2023 can continue to follow the program requirements from the year that they commenced, or they may be able to elect to follow the new structure (if eligible).It is important to note that some courses will no longer be offered, and new courses have been introduced, so there may be some changes to your study plan. Please refer to the following page for detailed information: Master of Architecture - Program changes in 2023