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Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) (Pathway to Master of Management)

Degree Level Undergraduate

International students

Start date
February
July

Campus
City East

Duration
4 year(s) full-time

Mode
On-campus

Program Code
IHCN

Prerequisites
None

Assumed Knowledge
None

Fees
AUD$ 39,400 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2025

English Language Requirements
  • IELTS total [6]
  • IELTS reading [6]
  • IELTS writing [6]
Equivalent English qualifications (PDF)

International Admission by Country
See full entry requirements

CRICOS Code
099379B

  • 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.

    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
    •  Complete the Associate Degree in Engineering at the University of South Australia

    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

    English language entry requirements

    In addition to meeting academic entry requirements, international students who speak English as a second or additional language must also meet the University's English language entry requirements. The minimum language requirements for this program are:
    English language test
    • IELTS total [6]
    • IELTS reading [6]
    • IELTS writing [6]
    Please access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)

    Admission Requirements by Country

    Kenya KCSE (average)B+
    Malaysia STPM (best 3)6
    Malaysia UEC30
    Norway GPA3
    Pakistan HSSC85
    Sri Lanka A Levels (best 3)7
    Sweden GPA13
    UK Board GCE A Levels/HK Board7
    Vietnam7.5
    Australia70
    IB (best 6)26
    USA SAT (1600)1110
    India (best 4) State Board75
    India (best 4) Central Board65
    HKDSE15
    Nepal NEB2.61
    Bangladesh HSC4
    Canada High School (OSSD)65
    Eynesbury FSP330
    German Abitur3.5
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Students can apply for this program using the Application to Change Program form after successfully completing one semester of study at UniSA.

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Aim

The program is designed to provide an education and professional level qualification in the fields of quantity surveying, construction management, building technology, building structures, building surveying and housing studies.

Content & Structure

The Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) requires the completion of courses totalling 144 units. The program is structured to provide a common core with elective specialisations in the three areas: Quantity Surveying, Construction Management and Building Surveying.

Work-integrated learning is facilitated through the UniSA STEM Professional Practice Program, requiring students to gain at least 450 hours (60 days FTE) of skills and competencies through a range of engagement activities such as placements, internships, guest lectures, industry panels, site visits, networking and events.

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What courses you'll study

Course name Area and cat no. Units Reference  
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Introduction to Contract Administration BUIL 2019 4.5
Construction 1 CIVE 1001 4.5
Introduction to Construction Management BUIL 1007 4.5
Construction Communication BUIL 1021 4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Construction Materials CIVE 1003 4.5
Introduction to Construction Business Management BUIL 1023 4.5
Structures 1 CIVE 1002 4.5
University Elective 4.5 Note(s): 1
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Quantity Surveying Practice 1 BUIL 1022 4.5
Contract Administration BUIL 3010 4.5
Construction 2 CIVE 2002 4.5
Structures 2 CIVE 2004 4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Building Estimating BUIL 2018 4.5
Construction Cost Planning BUIL 2021 4.5
Construction Scheduling BUIL 2007 4.5
Building Services CIVE 2007 4.5
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Development Regulation BUIL 4028 4.5
Project Appraisal BUIL 3011 4.5
Construction Environmental Science CIVE 2008 4.5
Building Surveying CIVE 3012 4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Construction Operations and Safety BUIL 3021 4.5
Advanced Contract Administration BUIL 3020 4.5
Fire Technology BUIL 4029 4.5
Construction 3 CIVE 3014 4.5
FOURTH YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Engineering Honours Project A ENGG 4009 4.5 Note(s): 3
Integrated Project BUIL 4027 4.5 Note(s): 3
and two of the following three specialisation courses Rule(s): 2
Quantity Surveying Specialisation:
Quantity Surveying Practice 2 BUIL 4021 4.5 Note(s): 3
Building Surveying Specialisation:
Asset Management and Building Pathology CIVE 4033 4.5 Note(s): 3
Construction Management Specialisation:
Construction Business Management BUIL 4012 4.5 Note(s): 3
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Construction Management Honours Research Project CIVE 4044 9 Note(s): 3
Industry Experience BUIL 4037 0 Rule(s): 1,3
and two of the following three specialisation courses
Quantity Surveying Specialisation:
Advanced Quantity Surveying BUIL 4022 4.5 Note(s): 3
Building Surveying Specialisation:
Advanced Building Surveying CIVE 4032 4.5 Note(s): 3
Construction Management Specialisation:
Advanced Construction Management BUIL 4013 4.5 Note(s): 3
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    Rules

    1. This program requires students to complete the UniSA STEM Professional Practice Program (PPP) and accrue at least 450 hours (60 days FTE) of discipline and/or industry related skills and competencies prior to graduation. These hours can be gained through a range of professional engagement activities such as placements, internships, guest lectures, industry panels, site visits, networking and industry events. For more information please contact the UniSA STEM Industry Experience team at STEM.Placements@unisa.edu.au.

    2. To qualify for professional accreditation and full recognition, students must complete two courses in the same area of specialisation in their final year.

    3. Upon completion of the UniSA STEM Professional Practice Program (PPP) students will be invited to enrol into this course and complete the required assessment for the course. The student will not be eligible to graduate until they have obtained a Non-Graded Pass (NGP) for this course.

    Notes

    1. The University elective is a course from any academic unit or program within the University of South Australia that is freely chosen by students, subject to prerequisite requirements and availability.

    2. Please refer to the DMMX Master of Management program home page for information relating to the courses that will be studied in the Master program.

    3. This course contributes towards the honours grade for the program.

Program Director

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Primary director

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Australian students

Phone: +61 8 8302 2376
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International students

Phone: +61 8 9627 4854
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