Study Bachelor of Business (Real Estate Practice) at the University of South Australia (UniSA). Information for Australian students.

Entry Scores
2024 Guaranteed Entry
Year 12 (ATAR-based): 68.00
Year 12 (Grades-based): B,B,B
TAFE/RTO: DIP
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2023 Cut-Offs
Year 12 (ATAR-based):
- Internal: 68.00
TAFE/RTO: Cert IV
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Entry requirements

Admission criteria

The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.

Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.

Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they fulfil any prerequisite requirements and essential requirements for admission:

Recent secondary education
Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
AND
- Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
- Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
- Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points
Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.

Recent secondary education ATAR profile

OR
Higher education study
- Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or
- Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above
OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
- Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above
OR
Work and life experience
- Qualify for Special Entry, or
- Complete a 12-month UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
- Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past
Essential requirements for admission
Prerequisites
None

Assumed Knowledge
None
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Degree overview

Study the only bachelor degree of its kind in South Australia, which equips you to practise as a professional real estate agent or property manager.
Learn how to manage available resources and gain the specialist management and marketing knowledge necessary for real estate practice.
Focus on property agency and management, entrepreneurship, as well as real estate law and investment.
Engage with industry through networking events or connect with a mentor.
Complete a minor in marketing to complement your studies and gain expertise in consumer behaviour, advertising, digital marketing and marketing analytics.
Gain real-world experience as part of your studies through an internship, student exchange or mentorship opportunity.
As a graduate, you may be eligible to seek registration as a land agent, sales representative, or property manager with Consumer Business Services.
Study a curriculum informed by above world-class research in Business¹.
UniSA Business is in the top one per cent worldwide² and has been awarded an overall five stars for excellence in the QS Stars Ratings 2022.
Study at a university ranked No. 1 in SA and Top 10 in Australia for Business and Management³.
UniSA Business is accredited by both AACSB International and EFMD (EQUIS) – the world’s leading accreditation bodies.
Develop career-ready skills employers are looking for once you graduate with enterprise skills embedded in all business courses within this program.
Benefit from flexible study options to suit your needs.

¹2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA). ²UniSA Business is one of just 12 institutions in Australia and approximately 200 globally (from over 25,000 universities) to be EQUIS accredited. EFMD, March 2022. ³2022 QS Subject Rankings.

Snapshot

0001_Michael.Mullan_14.11.13.jpg This degree will provide you with knowledge and skills in management and marketing systems for real estate practice.

You will gain an understanding of agency and property management, planning and property economics, as well as real estate law, investment and development. This will set you up for a career as a real estate agent or property manager in residential, commercial and industrial property.

You will also learn how to make effective and strategic business decisions and start to develop skills in entrepreneurship to understand the importance of a competitive edge in business.

Employers look for graduates who can apply theory to real industry challenges. During your degree you will have the opportunity to attend networking events designed to connect you with experienced industry professionals. As a graduate, you may also be eligible to seek registration as a land agent, sales representative or property manager with Consumer Business Services.

What you'll learn

The degree starts with core courses in areas such as analytics, accounting and economic theory. These will give you a solid grasp of business fundamentals that you can apply to a range of careers.

In your specialisation you will develop your expertise across areas such as property agency and property management, marketing and entrepreneurship, as well as real estate law and investment.

Specific areas include real estate practice and marketing management, property law and economics, building evaluation, real estate management and entrepreneurship.

You will also be able to use your electives to complete a minor in marketing to complement your real estate practice studies. This will allow you to gain expertise in consumer behaviour, advertising, digital marketing, branding and marketing analytics.

You can gain an extra qualification and broaden your career prospects by completing a Diploma in Languages.

Degree structure

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units	Reference
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Accounting for Business	ACCT 1008	4.5	Note(s): 4
Professional Development in Property	BUSS 1062	4.5	Note(s): 4
Principles of Economics	ECON 1008	4.5
Discovering Opportunities in Property	BUSS 1055	4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Quantitative Methods for Business	MATH 1053	4.5	Note(s): 4
Business Law	LAWS 1018	4.5
Marketing Principles: Trading and Exchange	MARK 1010	4.5	Note(s): 4
Business and Society	BUSS 1057	4.5	Note(s): 4
OR
International Study Tour		4.5	Note(s): 3
OR
Elective		4.5	Note(s): 1,2
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Entrepreneurship for Social and Market Impact	BUSS 2085	4.5	Note(s): 4
Property Economics	ECON 2013	4.5
Business Intelligence	INFS 2036	4.5
Business Finance	BANK 2007	4.5
OR
Personal Finance	BANK 1002	4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Fundamentals of Property Law	COML 2003	4.5
Building Evaluation for Property	BUIL 2026	4.5
Property Asset Management	BUSS 2069	4.5
Management and Organisation	BUSS 2068	4.5	Note(s): 4
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Elective		4.5	Note(s): 1,2	Rule(s): 1
Small Business for Professionals	BUSS 2040	4.5
International Business Environments	BUSS 3103	4.5
OR
International Elective		4.5	Note(s): 5
Elective		4.5	Note(s): 1,2	Rule(s): 1
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Strategic Financial Analysis	BUSS 3083	4.5
OR
Strategic Management	BUSS 3023	4.5
Real Estate Practice	BUSS 3101	4.5
Elective		4.5	Note(s): 1,2,4	Rule(s): 1
Elective		4.5	Note(s): 1,2	Rule(s): 1

Majors, Sub-majors & Minors

Real Estate Practice

Majors, sub-majors/minors

Electives

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units
Recommended Electives
Consumer Behaviour	MARK 1008	4.5
Advertising	MARK 2007	4.5
Market Research	MARK 2020	4.5
Essentials of Marketing Planning	MARK 3009	4.5
Marketing Analytics	MARK 2010	4.5
Digital Marketing	MARK 3016	4.5
Negotiated Project	BUSS 3112	4.5
Experiential Electives
Social Enterprise Case Competition	BUSS 2087	4.5
Business Practicum	BUSS 3080	4.5
Business Virtual Study Tour - Undergraduate	BUSS 2070	4.5
Virtual Industry Internship	BUSS 3100	4.5
Business Decision Making Simulation	BUSS 3074	4.5
Business Internship 30 Days	BUSS 3010	9
Entrepreneurship Courses
Organisational Entrepreneurship	BUSS 3104	4.5
Enterprise Design and Value Creation	BUSS 3102	4.5
International Electives
International Currency and Banking Markets	BANK 3011	4.5

Rules & notes

Rules

1. Students are required to complete at least three advanced electives (third year level). One elective must be selected from the list of Entrepreneurship Courses to complete the Real Estate Practice major.

Notes

1. Students are encouraged to undertake a Marketing minor as an appropriate complement to the real estate practitioner focus.

2. Electives may be used to: complete an Experiential Elective (refer to Experiential Electives listing); undertake an international student exchange up to 18 units; study other courses of interest offered by UniSA Business including the options provided in the Recommended Electives list; or complete a language study option. One elective may be chosen from outside UniSA Business. Course pre-requisites must be satisfied.

3. View available Overseas Study Opportunities at https://www.unisa.edu.au/global-experiences/study-overseas/ or contact short.programs@unisa.edu.au

4. Students that have been assessed as completing a qualification in a business discipline at AQF Diploma level or equivalent and have received 36 units of block credit are not required to complete this course.

5. The International Elective may be used: to complete an overseas practicum; as part of a full semester overseas exchange; or to complete the International Elective option provided in the Electives list.

Study hours

For each course you study, you will need to allocate time for various classes such as lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and practicals. Plus, you will need additional hours to study in your own time to complete assignments, readings and projects and contribute to online discussion forums (independent study). So as a general rule, if you are studying full-time you would need to allocate 12 – 26 hours of study when at university and 14 – 28 hours of independent study per week.

Assessment

Marketing_Clinic-3 copy.jpg Your studies at UniSA will incorporate both practical, professionally-focused and research-based learning, so assessment types will vary. You can expect them to include:

reports, project documentation, case studies and presentations
essays and assignments
examinations
industry relevant research-based projects
practicals and team-based projects
contributions to the workplace and classroom

Global opportunities

Enrich your studies and your life – make overseas study part of your qualification. You may have the option to undertake an exchange, short-term program or study tour overseas while you study. We have links with universities worldwide, as well as a range of travel grants available to make going overseas much more accessible.

You can choose short-term or semester-long study from a range of universities and countries depending on your area of study and cultural interests.

Take a look at the global opportunities available.

Why Bachelor of Business (Real Estate Practice)

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This is the only bachelor degree of its kind in South Australia and will prepare you for a professional career in the real estate industry. You will graduate with the expertise to become a real estate agent or property manager in residential, commercial and industrial property.

You will focus on specialised courses in areas such as management, marketing and entrepreneurship, and have the opportunity to undertake a minor in marketing to complement your specialist skills.

This degree is dynamic and its program structure is informed by industry and the latest practical research in the field. Therefore, as a graduate you will be equipped with the knowledge and skill required by the industry.

The body of knowledge and expertise covered in this program makes you eligible to seek registration as a land agent, sales representative or property manager with Consumer Business Services in South Australia after graduation.

As a part of this degree, you can participate in an investigative study tour learning about business practices and property sectors, as well as political and cultural influences in other regions.

UniSA Business is the only business school in South Australia accredited by both AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and EFMD (EQUIS) – the world’s leading accreditation bodies recognising excellence in business education and research at a global level. These dual accreditations demonstrate the high standards we hold across all areas such as teaching, student learning and research, as well as our commitment to continually improving the quality of our programs.

Combined degrees

We offer a wide range of combined degrees so you can specialise in two fields and expand your career prospects. Discover how you can pair this degree with another business degree, or a degree from another discipline, and tailor your qualifications to your interests.

More ways to study

Our flexible delivery and extracurricular opportunities are designed to suit your lifestyle, preferred learning style, and career interests. You can benefit from online and on-campus study, part-time or full-time learning, Summer and Winter School intensive courses, mentoring and networking opportunities with industry, and accelerated learning pathways. Plus, you can make the most of professional development courses endorsed by industry, build leadership skills by participating in the UniSA+ Award, or seek support at our on-campus Business Student Hub.

UniSA ACCELERATE

Kickstart your business degree early through UniSA ACCELERATE. Study university courses while you’re in Year 12 and guarantee your place into UniSA with study credit. You can also choose to count study towards your SACE Stage 2.

Real-world connections

In addition to learning from teachers with professional experience as part of your studies, we also offer opportunities for you to connect with industry outside the classroom. There are a range of engagement opportunities available to you, including:

Build your networks and career options by participating in the Business Career Mentor Program, which pairs you with an experienced business professional
Undertake a Business Internship or complete an industry project, and apply the skills and knowledge gained from your studies in a real workplace setting
Become a global citizen through our international exchange programs– we have more than 80 partner institutions worldwide, and study options that range from two weeks to one year
Meet one-to-one with a senior business executive through our Executive in Residence program. You’ll receive expert guidance and gain workplace insights that will support your career development.

We host regular University-wide careers events and workshops, expos, and alumni events in Australia and overseas.

This could be you

You'll graduate from UniSA prepared for a range of careers - see where our property and real estate degrees could take you.

Career outcomes

Your career

Our quality teaching and experiences beyond the classroom will ensure you graduate career ready.

Careers to consider:

Portfolio manager: making property investment decisions and carrying out investment activities on behalf of clients or institutions; implementing investment strategies; managing day-to-day portfolio operations
Property agency manager: managing and maintaining residential, commercial and/or industrial rental properties; analysing market conditions and ensuring properties are occupied; organising records and documents and handling contracts; organising regular property maintenance
Property developer: researching land and property opportunities and evaluating the feasibility of a project; assessing the best use for the land or property; planning the property development, including the schedule and costs; working with architects, builders, and local councils
Real estate agency owner: owning, operating and managing a real estate agency
Real estate agent: negotiating and arranging the buying and selling in real estate transactions; advising clients on how to price properties and prepare for sale; marketing properties
Sales and leasing consultant: developing and implementing sales and leasing proposals for commercial land and property; negotiating lease and sales transactions; generate listings and service existing client sales

Professional accreditation and recognition

This program satisfies the educational requirements for registration with Consumer Business Services as a land agent under the Land Agents Act 1994 and registration as a sales representative or property manager, as determined by the South Australian Commissioner for Consumer Affairs.

Enterprise Skills

UniSA Business students graduate with key enterprise skills that have been developed in partnership with employers across a range of industries. Embedded in your curriculum you will learn problem solving, ethical awareness, teamwork, and communication skills, which will help you to stand out and succeed in your future career.

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How to apply

Applying to study with us:

go to the top of this page and make note of the SATAC code, then click Apply
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Alternative Pathways

Australian
There are other pathways you can follow to study this degree, including:

UniSA College Diploma in Business
UniSA College Undergraduate Certificate in University Studies (Business)
SAIBT Diploma of Business - if you complete this two year Diploma, you can apply to enter the 2nd year of this degree
see the full list of entry pathways that may apply

International
There are other pathways you can follow to study this degree, including:

SAIBT Diploma of Business - if you complete this two year Diploma, you can apply to enter the 2nd year of this degree
see the full list of entry pathways that may apply

Deferment

This degree is available for deferment. This option is made available by responding to your offer during the application process via the SATAC website. Applicants who receive an offer into a midyear degree are eligible to defer for six months.

Credit Transfer

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Entry pathway

We believe in equal access to further education, so we offer a range of pathways to university.

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Scholarships

Every year, over 2,500 UniSA students are supported in their studies through scholarships and grants worth millions of dollars. Check out the scholarships below. One of them may be perfect for you. Visit our scholarships page for more.

More scholarships

UniSA Excellence Scholarships

$5,000 scholarship for South Australian students with an ATAR of 99 who enrol to study a UniSA undergraduate degree.

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UniSA Outstanding Achievement Scholarship

Up to $10,000 per annum (full time) for South Australian students who obtain an ATAR of 99.95 or IB equivalent and enrol to study at UniSA.

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Your study experience and support

Our campuses are home to fantastic facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, workshops and laboratories, as well as spaces that simulate real work environments. But you’ll also discover that your journey at UniSA is about social experiences, healthy living and getting involved. You’ll find student sports and fitness facilities, community clinics, tech zones and chill-out spaces. There are campus sport activities to keep you active, and if you are keen to explore the social side of university life, there are movies, cooking demonstrations, parties and loads more.

Adelaide also has a variety of accommodation options to suit different requirements and budgets. Options include dedicated student accommodation and private rentals. See our long-term accommodation pages, or explore our student accommodation by Scape on Bank Street in Adelaide’s lively cultural precinct, an ideal location for students. It is within easy reach of UniSA’s city and metropolitan campuses, Rundle Mall shopping, the Central Market, Chinatown, and the West End’s vibrant nightlife. It is also across the road from the Adelaide train station, and on bus and tram routes.

Student services

The Business Student Hub is a dedicated convenient, support service for business students, from first year right through to graduation. The team provides expert advice on study options, elective choices and any academic difficulties, and can help with referrals to support services across the University. The Business Student Hub is there to facilitate your life at university, so you get the most out of your UniSA experience.

You can also access a range of other student services including:

academic counselling
personal counselling
social support services, including family support and nearby childcare
common rooms
prayer rooms
security officers
Wirringka Student Services, offering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students a supportive place to study

UniSA’s Student Association, USASA, also provides a range of other services.

We also offer study support from our Learning Advisers which you can work with face-to-face or online. They are here to help you develop academically and professionally during your studies.

When you become a UniSA student you can contact Campus Central for help with anything related to your degree. They will help you with your ID cards, fees and any other questions you might have.

24/7 digital environment

This degree is offered online. With interactive online course materials and a 24/7 learning environment you can organise your study to suit your lifestyle. You can:

study online, including accessing videos and course resources
participate in virtual classrooms
submit your assignments and get feedback online
use forums and discussion boards for team work and communication

Our learnonline facilities include a personal learning environment with virtual classrooms, lecture recordings, emails, learning support, administration, library access and results. The environment is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so you can tailor your learning to your life. We are continually investing in innovative digital technologies for a high-quality student learning experience.

Please note some on-campus attendance (such as to attend seminars, workshops or examinations) and/or placements may apply. Any requirements like this are detailed on individual course pages.

Your campus

We have six campuses in metropolitan and regional areas, each with modern facilities including lecture theatres, libraries and laboratories, as well as spaces that simulate real work environments.

Your program director

I am a Senior lecturer in Economics and Financial Planning, and my research focus is on international economics in the context of capital flows and their implications on economic growth. I am passionate about teaching and I lecture a broad range of courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. In this degree, graduates will gain the skills required to practise as a professional real estate agent or property manager, and upon graduation may be eligible to register as a qualified land agent or property manager with Consumer Business Services in South Australia.

Dr Vandana Arya

Program Director

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Dr Vandana Arya

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How do I apply?

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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. Please click here 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?

Credit transfer or advanced standing

You may be eligible to receive a credit transfer 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 a credit transfer will reduce the number of courses you undertake within the degree, and may also reduce the overall duration of your degree.

Recognised prior learning

If you have related industry experience, you may also be eligible to receive recognised prior learning for this experience. Receiving recognised prior learning will normally reduce the number of courses you undertake within the degree, and can reduce the duration of the degree.

How do I get credit?

Credit transfer and recognition of prior learning 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 transfer arrangements are listed on our online Credit Assessor.
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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.

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If you are interested in studying an MBA please contact admissions@unisa.edu.au and our Future Student Enquiries team will contact you regarding your enquiry.

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.
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