Bachelor of Construction Management (Building)

Summary

The construction industry is an exciting and challenging working environment that is reflected in this study program. It simulates real-life situations faced by construction and quantity-surveying professionals through the use of problem-based learning.

The program is offered on-campus or via distance learning, allowing students the flexibility to either attend classes at our Callaghan campus or to learn in an on-line environment wherever they are located. The program is also offered off-shore in Singapore. Details about off-shore course availability may be obtained from the Faculty or from TMC (our off-shore education provider in Singapore).

Students may not study both on-campus and distance modes simultaneously, but may apply to transfer from one to another. Students interested in transferring must complete an Internal Transfer Form available at www.newcastle.edu.au/study/forms/ugprogramtransferform.pdf. Transfers will only be considered at the commencement of each semester, and applications must be submitted two weeks prior to the commencement of semester.

Career opportunities

There is a diverse range of career opportunities for graduates in Construction Management and Quantity Surveying. Graduates can be self-employed or work for building or civil engineering contractors, property developers or project managers, facilities managers or quantity surveying practices. There are also job opportunities in service industries, such as sub-contractors, materials suppliers and plant and equipment organizations. Graduates might also work with Federal, State or Local government, or as researchers or academics.

Entry requirements

Recommended Studies:
Nil.

UAI Cut-offs:
The UAI cutoffs for University programs are provided at www.newcastle.edu.au/study/undergraduateadmissions/uaiscores.html

Additional entry requirements:
Nil

How to apply

Australian Year 12 students:
Apply for entry through UAC.
Entry based on UAI or equivalent.

Non school leavers and previous Australian Year 12 students:
Apply for entry through UAC.
Entry based on:

• Previous Year 12 studies and/or
• Higher education, tertiary or post-secondary qualifications and/or
• Overseas qualifications considered equivalent to Australian qualifications.
• Relevant vocational experience.

International Students

International students currently undertaking:
- an Australian Year 12 in Australia
- an Australian Year 12 outside Australia
- an International Baccalaureat (IB) in Australia

Apply for entry through UAC.
Entry based on UAI or equivalent.

All other international students:

Apply direct to International Admissions.
Entry based on overseas qualifications considered equivalent to Australian qualifications, as well as satisfying English language requirements.

Description

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The Bachelor of Construction Management (Building) program is accredited by the Australian Institute of Building (AIB), the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveying (AIQS), the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), and the Singapore Institute of Surveyors and Valuers(SISV).

The program consists of four years of full-time study. Studies combine the disciplines of construction management and quantity surveying. The curriculum deals with topics of construction technology, economics and management. The program uses problem based learning as a delivery mechanism for most courses. Students work under the guidance of lecturers and tutors.

The development of knowledge and expertise in individual courses contributes to student's abilities to work within the construction industry. It is equally important that the interaction between areas of knowledge is appreciated and that the complex relationships of the various influences on the construction process are thoroughly understood. The program parallels the processes and experiences encountered in the construction industry and reflects the ways in which construction contractors and quantity surveyors respond to problems in practice.

Credit Transfer Agreements

Credit transfer agreements with TAFE NSW and other education providers are under continuous negotiation. For more information about articulation arrangements please see the University’s website, at www.newcastle.edu.au/credit/

Credit for this program is undergoing review. Please contact the Faculty of Engineering and Build Environment for specific credit information.

Program Structure

This program requires the completion of 320 units; including 300 Prescribed Courses and 20 Elective Courses.

Industrial Experience

It is a requirement that students complete a total of 16 weeks relevant practical experience prior to commencing their final year (4th year) of study. Contact the School of Architecture and Built Environment for details.

Program Structure and List of Approved Courses

General Electives

Electives provide students with opportunities to study a topic that interests them.  They may choose subjects that build on the subject matter of the mainstream courses, or ones that are of personal interest. 

• On-campus students may select courses they are eligible to enrol in from all the courses offered at Callaghan campus.
• Distance learning students may select from the List of Distance Learning General Electives., below: 

Schedule

The relevant program schedule is available within the Degree Rules and Schedules section of the Policy Library.