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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.
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)
Fast-track your career and complete a master degree in just one year instead of 1.5.
Study the only accredited Construction Management (Honours) degree in SA.
Graduate with the knowledge and skills to pursue a career in the complex and ever-evolving construction industry.
Develop advanced skills in leadership, strategy and decision-making.
Gain real-world experience through the UniSA STEM Professional Practice Program involving 450+ hours of placements, internships, site visits and networking events.
Apply for corporate membership with the Australian Institute of Building, the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors (Level 1), the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors, and/or the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (UK).
Study at the no.1 in SA for graduate skills in Business and Management1.
Gain real-world experience as part of your studies through an internship, student exchange or mentorship opportunity.
Study a curriculum informed by above world-class research in Management2.
1ComparED (QILT) Student Experience Survey 2021-22, Skills Development Indicator (Undergraduate and Postgraduate). SA public universities.
22018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA)
Snapshot
This fast-tracked program of study offers an accelerated pathway to a master level qualification that provides you with contemporary management skills and expertise across areas such as project management, leadership and strategy.
Combined with the Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) – the longest running undergraduate degree of its type in South Australia – the fast-track program will see you graduate with an advanced skillset, ready to become a successful leader and decision-maker.
You will develop the knowledge and skills to work professionally in quantity or building surveying and graduate career ready following the completion of the UniSA STEM Professional Practice Program where you will gain at least 450 hours of skills and competencies through a range of engagement activities, such as placements, internships, guest lectures, industry panels, site visits, networking and events. Hear more about the benefits of the UniSA Industry experience from graduates William, Franke and Teresa here.
What you'll learn
In your undergraduate degree you will focus on quantity surveying, construction management, building technology, building structures, building surveying and housing studies, developing the knowledge and skills to work professionally in quantity or building surveying.
In your honours year you’ll complete a major research project in your specialisation of interest, which will lead to recognition by different accrediting bodies:
quantity surveying
building surveying
construction management
You will also have the opportunity to apply what you have learnt throughout your degree in real-world settings through the UniSA STEM Professional Practice Program.
Progressing on to your postgraduate studies you will advance your knowledge and skills in contemporary management practice and have the opportunity to develop expertise in the following areas:
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.
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, as well as to 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
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:
Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)
reports, project documentation, case studies and presentations
essays and assignments
examinations
industry-relevant, research-based projects
practical, team-based projects
Master of Management
case studies and reports
essays and assignments
examinations
an industry-relevant project
an oral or online presentation
a journal or a portfolio
a work placement
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.
Working closely with industry, UniSA generates high-quality enterprising research that informs our curriculum and tackles real-world problems. We are renowned for our concentration of global thought-leaders and academic experts in the areas of marketing, human resource management, applied economics, tourism and international business.
Our curriculum is informed by our research expertise which ranked ‘Above World-Class’ in Business, Management, Marketing and Tourism in the 2018 Excellence in Research (ERA) rankings. The Master of Management is taught by leading business experts from our broad range of research concentrations, research institutes and centres.
Honours
This is a four-year, professional degree with honours.
The honours component includes a minimum of one year of advanced studies in research and professional practice. You will receive First Class, Second Class or Third Class Honours, depending on your performance.
You will graduate with industry experience and connections, and a higher-level qualification than a bachelor degree. Your honours year is designed to prepare you for future leadership roles in construction management.
Why Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) (Pathway to Master of Management)
This fast-track to master program enables you to commence a Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) and secure a place in the Master of Management to be completed in five years of study instead of the typical 5.5, with the program granting you six months of advanced standing.
The Master of Management is designed in consultation with our network of industry and professional partners. It is informed by world-class research in management, marketing and business, combining up-to-date theory and the practical application of management models and methods.
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.
Real-world connections
Our construction management degrees are developed with input from industry and taught by academics with strong industry associations, with the UniSA STEM Professional Practice Program helping you make your own industry connections throughout your degree.
Our links to UniSA’s research facilities ensure your learning is connected to the latest technologies, theories and applications of knowledge. In the Master of Management, our teachers are leaders in their field. You could be working with people from globally recognised research groups such as the Ehrenberg Bass Institute for Marketing Science.
Placements and internships bridge the gap between study and work. Our connections to industry create opportunities for you to grow. These experiences build confidence in the business world and give you a competitive edge.
construction manager: overseeing and allocating resources for construction projects; working with architects and engineers to check plans and blueprints; managing timetables; determining material and labour costs; liaising with and hiring subcontractors and workers
estimator: compiling cost estimates based on variables such as labour, materials and equipment; working out how much a project is likely to cost and creating budgets; analysing different quotes from sub-contractors and suppliers
construction planner: developing time plans on construction projects so the project is completed safely, on time and within budget; thinking critically; working with managers and engineers to discuss progress and address issues that arise; organising the stages of construction development
With a Master of Management from UniSA, your expert skills and advanced business knowledge will equip you to be a leader and decision-maker, ready to operate at senior levels of an organisation.
Professional Accreditation and Recognition
Australian Institute of Building (AIB): The program is accredited by the Australian Institute of Building.
Australian Institute of Building Surveyors (AIBS): The program is recognised as meeting the educational requirements for corporate membership with AIBS for graduates who have completed the Building Surveying specialisation.
The Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (UK) (RICS): The program is recognised as meeting the educational requirement for corporate membership with RICS for graduates who have completed the Quantity Surveying or Building Surveying specialisation.
This program is recognised as meeting the educational requirements for corporate membership of the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors, for graduates who have completed the Quantity Surveying specialisation.
In this program, you will choose two of three specialisations:
quantity surveying
building surveying
construction management
The two specialisations you choose determine the accreditations and recognitions you can receive on graduation:
Australian Institute of Building (AIB): The program is accredited for graduates who have completed the Construction Management specialisation.
Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors: The program is recognised as meeting the educational requirements for corporate membership for graduates who have completed the Quantity Surveying specialisation.
Australian Institute of Building Surveyors: The program is recognised as meeting the educational requirements for corporate membership for graduates who have completed the Building Surveying specialisation.
The Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (UK): The program is recognised as meeting the educational requirement for corporate membership for graduates who have completed the Quantity Surveying or Building Surveying specialisation.
How to apply
How to apply for international students will give you helpful information about the application process at the University of South Australia. When you are ready, apply through our International Application System. If you would like to talk to someone near you about studying at the University of South Australia, we have agents all over the world who can assist you. Find an Education Agent in your country.
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.
As a UniSA student, you will have unique access to work placement opportunities, overseas study tours and exchanges, networking events, internships, guest speakers and more.
Our campuses are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, workshops and laboratories, as well as spaces that simulate real work environments. These are all supported by the latest technologies and a 24/7 online learning platform. We have health services on campus, gymnasiums, technology zones and great student lounges. You will also gain access to a range of community clinics, which provide professional and cost effective services in areas of health, business, law and psychology. 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 lots 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
Our international student services provide you with all the support you need at university. We want you to succeed, and if you need help, we're here to assist. You can access a full range of support services, including:
We also offer study support from our Learning Advisers face-to-face or online. They are here to help you develop academically and professionally during your studies, and can offer help with the English language too. When you become a UniSA student, you can also contact Campus Central for help with anything related to your degree. They will help you with your enrolment, ID cards, fees, timetables and more.
24/7 digital environment
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.
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.
There are a number of ways to apply to study UniSA's undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees.
You can access our online International Application System through our How to Apply page. The International Application System is an easy and secure online application and acceptance process. You will have visibility of your application through the secure online portal with the ability to download offer documents, submit your acceptance and make a payment.
If you are completing an Australian year 12 qualification in Australia or overseas, or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Australia, you must apply through SATAC http://www.satac.edu.au/.
If you are applying for the UniSA Study Abroad or Study Abroad Plus program, you can submit your application online here.
Postgraduate study by research For information on applying to do postgraduate study by research, including Masters by Research, PhDs or Doctorates, please visit http://unisa.edu.au/resdegrees.
There is no closing date for submitting your application however the admissions process takes between one and three weeks from the date that we receive your application and all required supporting documentation.
If you are completing an Australian year 12 qualification in Australia or overseas, or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Australia, you must apply through SATAC. Key dates for applications can be found here.
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.
The amount of credit you may be eligible to receive is assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Admissions team.
The best way to determine your eligibility to receive credit or advanced standing is to apply using our International Application System which can be found on our How to Apply page. You will need to supply detailed syllabus documents with your application.
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.
We also have many events throughout the year in Australia and overseas where you can speak with UniSA representatives about your area of interest. View our calendar of events in your home country by selecting the 'International' filter.
Fees This is based on the total number of units for this program where one EFTSL is expressed as 36 units.
*UniSA accepts applications for programs commencing beyond the year advertised and tuition fees for these years will be higher. Please note that your tuition fees will be subject to an annual increase.
