Summary
In the Bachelor of Commerce, you'll study a set of extensive and integrated foundation units that will orient you to commerce and business, followed by one or two majors to develop depth and specialisation in your chosen discipline. You'll also acquire a set of sought-after employability skills - data literacy, business analysis, teamwork, communication, conflict resolution, problem solving, critical thinking and a global mindset, among others - all key competencies that today's top employers regard extremely highly. Innovative in its approach to understanding contemporary social, urban and environmental issues in urban and regional planning, the Bachelor of Planning focuses on recognising the social and cultural diversity of places, and the importance of cross-cultural approaches to research, plan-making and impact assessment. It will not only prepare you for a career in planning in which you have the power to shape more liveable and sustainable futures, but will also give you a distinctive edge among your peers.
Key features
Undertake professional experiences with leading industry partners
Complete a virtual internship in first year, an employability unit in second year and a work-integrated opportunity in third year. Undertake a unique interdisciplinary capstone unit
Enhance your employability skills by working in a mixed-major team to solve a sustainability challenge. Broaden your knowledge and skill set
Learn about the cultural, economic, environmental and social dimensions of planning, with a focus on urban management. Embrace the principles of inclusiveness, equity and diversity
Study at a uni that recognises and honours Dharug Country, the land on which our campus is located.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Auditor
Business or venture analyst
Consultant
Cybersecurity analyst
Development assessor
Economist
Environmental planner
Housing officer
Information systems coordinator
Marketing consultant
Placemaker or place planner
Policy analyst
Social or community planner
Social or environmental consultant
Stockbroker
Strategic planner
Superannuation adviser or analyst
Sustainability consultant
Taxation specialist
Urban or regional planner
Employers
Banks and financial institutions
Business analysis firms
Government agencies and departments
Human resource consultancies
Market research firms
Marketing and public relations firms
Multinational corporations
Planning and urban development organisations
Private and public-sector organisations
Residential developers
Stockbroking and investment companies
Superannuation and insurance firms
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
September 2025
North Ryde Campus
4–6 Eastern Road,
MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY,
New South Wales,
2109, MACQUARIE PARK, Australia
To apply for an undergraduate program, international students will need to have completed one or more of the following academic qualifications:
English language requirements
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Macquarie is in the top 130 of universities globally (QS 2024) and is a leading institution with a strong tradition of innovation and exploration.