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Interested in Construction Management?
Modern construction is a complex and highly organised global business.
Every construction project is different, with new challenges all the time in planning, design, construction, commissioning and evolving project teams. There are large capital investments, sophisticated construction techniques, a highly skilled labour force, and real-time project information systems.
The construction industry is rapidly changing, with bigger and more technically complex buildings being built and a digital revolution underway. These challenges mean that this is a dynamic and exciting industry to work in.
At the University of South Australia, we develop our qualifications with input from industry. They are taught by academics with strong industry associations to develop industry-ready graduates. Our construction programs will help build your future, shaping your career options in one of these areas: Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying and Construction Management.
Key features
- Benefit from real-world industry experience and a practical, hands-on learning environment.
- Gain a qualification from a university ranked in the top two per cent of institutions worldwide1.
- Study in the areas of Built Environment, Quantity Surveying or Construction Management.
- UniSA’s degree in construction management and economics is one of the most accredited degrees in Australia, our graduates secure employment worldwide.
- South Australia's only construction management and economics degree.
- Further your studies with a Graduate Diploma in Built Environment (Building Surveying) or a Master of Quantity Surveying.
- UniSA is ranked in the World Top 100 for Architecture and Built Environment programs2.
- Rated five stars in Built Environment in the 2017 QS Stars Ratings.
12017 QS World University Rankings and 2017 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings
2QS Subject Rankings 2017
Why UniSA?
Our construction qualifications focus on integrating learning into industry experience. You will gain a strong understanding of the construction industry and its key stakeholders through your studies.
Our degrees have been developed by academics and researchers with strong industry associations, in consultation with our industry partners. The skills and knowledge you develop will carry you through your career and – for postgraduate students – have immediate practical application to your everyday working life.
We are also involved in several national cooperative research centres. We collaborate with the Barbara Hardy Institute and the Natural and Built Environments Research Centre. Our researchers have been ranked at above world class in environmental sciences1. These leading researchers will be your teachers, and everything you learn will be supported by their research excellence.
12015 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA)
UniSA offers 7 Construction Management degrees
Choose your level of study
World-class partners for a world-class university
We are a globally connected university with over 2,500 industry and professional relationships that support student internships, research and community engagement.
Your career
Employment as a building, architectural and surveying technician in Australia is expected to increase by 10.9 per cent between now and 20201.
Careers to consider:
- building surveyor
- estimator
- construction planner
1Australian Government Department of Employment, Occupational Employment Projections 2015
Global networks
We are a globally connected university; our staff and students come from over 90 countries. We have more than 2,500 industry and professional relationships that support student internships, research and community engagement.
UniSA also has extensive research strengths and partnerships that provide a strong foundation for all our degree programs.
In the renowned Natural and Built Environments Research Centre (NBERC), our academics and researchers have diverse research backgrounds and complementary expertise in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Science, Geospatial Science, Project Management, and Water and Wastewater Engineering. A key aim of the centre is resolving real-world, multidisciplinary problems and the challenges of industry, government and the community, at both national and international levels.
The Barbara Hardy Institute has world-leading scientists, engineers and social scientists working collaboratively towards the widespread adoption of sustainable principles and environmentally correct practices. Simply put, they do great research into sustainability.
Industry facts
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How do I apply?
There are a number of ways to apply to study UniSA's undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees.
Applications for admission into the University of South Australia’s undergraduate and most postgraduate degrees are made via the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC). Visit satac.edu.au and follow the links.
Applications for a small number of degrees are submitted direct to UniSA through our Apply Online portal. It will be noted on the degree page if you need to apply via Apply Online.
Postgraduate study by research
For information on applying to do postgraduate study by research, including Masters by Research, PhDs or Doctorates, please visit unisa.edu.au/resdegrees. -
Is there a closing date for applications?
Undergraduate
Yes. The deadline to apply to study a degree at UniSA for semester one (commencing late February) and be given equal consideration is in early December. While you may be able to apply after this date, you are not guaranteed to be considered equally with other applicants and your application may not be assessed in time for the main round of offers (mid January). Some degrees will not make any offers after the main offer round. Click here to find all of the key dates for applications here.Postgraduate
Most postgraduate degrees do not have a closing date for applications. However, there are exceptions, so it is best to check – either on the SATAC website, Apply Online or the degree homepage. Postgraduate offers are normally ‘rolling’, meaning they may be sent out at any time up until the program starts. This also means that applications may close at any time without warning, if the quota is filled earlier. For this reason, postgraduate applications should be submitted without delay. For more information, please contact our Future Student Enquiries team on (08) 8302 2376 or via the online enquiry form. -
What credit can I receive for previous studies?
You may be eligible to receive credit or advanced standing for your chosen UniSA degree based on your previous studies, if they are in a related area at an equivalent or higher level. Receiving credit will reduce the number of courses you undertake within the degree, and may also reduce the overall duration of your degree.
If you have related industry experience, you may also be eligible to receive credit (recognised prior learning) for this experience. Receiving credit will normally reduce the number of courses you undertake within the degree, and can reduce the duration of the degree.
Credit is assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Program Director who will discuss your prior learning and experience with you to ascertain what credit you may be eligible for.
Many of our credit arrangements are listed on our online Credit Assessor .
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Can I speak to someone regarding my study options?
UniSA welcomes the opportunity to speak with you regarding your study options. Our staff are able to talk to you about degree information, career outcomes and pathways, entry requirements, applications, and student life, so that you are able to make the best study decision for your future.
Click here to book a 1:1 appointment with one of our enquiries team.
Alternatively, you can complete a MyCareerMatch career profile. MyCareerMatch is an online career profiling tool that you can use free-of-charge through UniSA. MyCareerMatch specialises in career profiles and provides you with a personalised career report outlining information about your personality style and a list of career options, which are complementary to your natural strengths and talents.
We have many events throughout the year where you can speak with a lecturer or tutor about your degrees of interest. You can find out what is happening at UniSA by visiting our events page or by signing up to our mailing list, so you're the first to know about careers events, information sessions, degree requirements, scholarships and more!
There are also many career counsellors external to the University that you can discuss your career options with. If you are unsure where to start your search, you can contact the Government's Work Ready team (formally Skills for All). Visit skills.sa.gov.au or call 1800 506 266.
You may also find Job Outlook a helpful resource in your decision-making.
Study at UniSA
Construction Management graduate James Clark discusses his experience of studying at the University of South Australia and where it has taken him in his career.
What others are saying
The Construction Management and Economics degree helped me get to where I am today by providing the knowledge and hands-on experience necessary to enter the industry. I am now a Graduate Co-ordinator with Hansen Yuncken Pty Ltd and I am currently working on the Flinders Medical Centre (Transforming Health) Project where I am furthering my skills in site coordination, quality assurance, contract administration and stakeholder engagement.
Hamish McAndie
Bachelor of Construction Management and Economics (Honours)
Since graduating I have worked for industry leaders such as Hansen Yuncken and Mossop Group Pty Ltd. Now I work as a consultant within EY's Advisory Practice, bringing together my practice project based skills and financial expertise.
Jake Harry
Bachelor of Construction Management and Economics (Honours)
Why study at UniSA?
As one of the most innovative universities in Australia and Asia, there are many reasons to study with us. Here are just three:
Accessible, helpful and flexible
We have six campuses, a 24/7 online learning environment, and we offer flexible study options like online and evening courses.
Graduate success
UniSA is South Australia's number one university for graduate careers.*
*QILT: Graduate Destination Survey 2014-2016 Full-time Employment Indicator
A five star university
Five stars for research, teaching, employability, internationalisation, facilities, social responsibility and inclusiveness.*
*QS Stars rankings 2017