Bachelor of Construction Management

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject.

English Language Requirements

IELTS: Overall 6.5 (Reading 6, Listening 6, Speaking 6, Writing 6); TOEFL: Internet-based: Total score of 79 with a minimum of 21 in Writing, 18 in Speaking and 13 in Reading and Listening; TOEFL Paper-based: Total score of 577 with a minimum of 4.5 in the Test of Written English (TWE); Pearsons: Overall 58 (Reading 50, Listening 50, Speaking 50, Writing 50); Cambridge: Overall 176 (Reading 169, Listening 169, Speaking 169, Writing 169).

Course Details

Drive construction in the digital age

Advancing technology is creating exciting opportunities for the construction industry. Innovative digital engineering, modelling and automation techniques are changing what’s possible.

Worldwide, demand is soaring for graduates with skills and understanding in these areas, together with a firm grasp of contemporary building, project management and sustainability practices. Our new Bachelor of Construction Management will make these opportunities yours.

What will you do?

Taught over three years full-time within a faculty ranked 40 in the world for computer science and engineering*, the degree leverages the University’s strong industry links and world-class research. Co-developed with industry, it features an emphasis on real-world experience, with an internship providing 456 hours of work-based training and industry internship opportunities embedded into the program during 3rd year.

In addition to gaining a broad understanding of the foundations of the construction industry and associated project management—you’ll develop skills in applying and using: new and emerging technology, including digital engineering tools and automation technologies (Industry 4.0); civil engineering principles and technology, in real-world construction contexts; construction project and people management, including legal requirements; systems thinking, building science and economics principles; sustainability principles to design more eco-friendly construction processes; effective interpersonal communication, and critical thinking.

The degree is taught across two schools—Civil Engineering and Architecture—and wherever possible you’ll share classes with students of both. This will prepare you well for a future career in which you’ll frequently work alongside professionals in these areas.

Additionally, the degree integrates learning with hands-on experience through teaching the final two years in block mode—enabling you to gain employment in industry after your second year and continue to work while you study.

Where could it take you?

You’ll be well equipped to work on high-technology infrastructure and construction projects anywhere in the world. From managing the construction of transformational infrastructure projects, including bridges, tunnels and highways, to constructing the next generation of zero-energy buildings using the latest digital and Industry 4.0 technologies.

For those looking to challenge themselves further, consider our Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours), which offers opportunities to showcase your skills via capstone construction design and research projects.

Career Readiness

A graduate of Construction Management is equipped with skills in socially and environmentally sustainable construction technologies, project management, and skills in civil construction, Building Information Modelling (BIM) and engineering construction management.

Potential careers

Building Consultant, Design and Construction Manager, Safety Inspector, Site Supervisor, Facilities Manager, Civil Engineering Associate, Construction Contract Administrator, Development Compliance Officer, Quantity Surveyor, Civil Estimator, Construction Manager, Project Manager