University of QUeensland

Organisation of Planning Students

Welcome!

Your planning journey starts here. Join OOPS for unforgettable events, industry connections, lifelong friendships and a community that will support you every step of the way.

Sure, our acronym spells 'OOPS', but when it comes to supporting your journey, we never miss a beat.

PURPOSE

The UQ Organisation of Planning Students (OOPS) is a UQ Union affiliated society. We aim to provide our members with opportunities in industry, sporting and social fields. As a small society, we take pride in truly knowing our members and providing tailored events for them. OOPS regularly partners with other UQU societies, inter-uni societies and the School of Architecture, Design and Planning to provide cross disciplinary events.

ANNUAL EVENTS

OOPS holds a range of recurring industry, sporting and social events throughout the year. These events are designed to provide value to both the planning community and the wider student cohort. A selection of our regular events is outlined below.

For updates on upcoming events and other OOPS activities, please follow our social media channels.

EMPLOYABLE SKILLS NIGHT

Hosted collaboratively with UQ GEMS, this evening brings together planning, geography, and environmental management students to hear from speakers across various industry backgrounds. Attendees hear from a range of speakers from various backgrounds and gain useful tips and tricks on how to smooth their transition into the workforce!

Speed networking night

Introduced in 2025, Speed Networking Night was an overwhelming success, offering students the opportunity to connect with industry professionals in a relaxed, low-pressure setting. Expected to be carried forward for years to come, the event allows students to learn about different companies and their missions, while engaging in invaluable one-on-one conversations with experienced planners.

ADP BALL

Arguably the most important event on the OOPS social calendar is our annual Ball that we co-host with BRUCE. We go all out to bring you an amazing night at the end of semester two, to celebrate the end of a stressful year, and for some, a rewarding degree. Each year, the different social representatives bring their own flair to the night, so we highly recommended making it a tradition!