91% employed within four months of graduating.
Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021-2023 - Undergraduate Architecture & Building
Degree overview
The skyline’s the limit
Construction management graduates work in a range of leadership roles in the industry. This includes project management, contract management, quantity surveying, estimating, building surveying, building certification, facilities management, property development and WHS. They manage physical buildings and infrastructure projects either onsite or from an office.
Construction managers lead and coordinate design and construction processes. They liaise with clients and consultants, and select, hire and supervise various contractors. They’re also responsible for managing the legal and financial aspects of the project.
This program has a high level of professional recognition both in Australia and overseas. Our flexible delivery options allow you to study remotely or work in the industry while completing your degree. Engage only with practical assessments, rather than exams. Study part-time or full-time. Study on-campus, online or a combination of both.
World top 150
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for Architecture and the Built Environment
Career opportunities
Employment opportunities for construction managers are excellent. Construction management is the #1 most in-demand job set to surge over the next five years as revealed by the Australian Prime Minister in 2022.
Our graduates work for major construction companies like LendLease, Brookfield Multiplex, Theiss, John Holland, Hansen Yunken, Leighton Contractors and Laing O’Rourke.
Over the past five years, employment in the NSW construction industry has increased by 11%. The industry employs more than 1 million people. This accounts for around 9% of the country's total workforce and contributes about 7.8% of Australia’s gross domestic product (GDP).
As a graduate, you could oversee projects from behind the scenes or take on a specialist position. Or you might prefer the satisfaction of on-site management and supervision.
Professional outcomes:
- Building surveyor/certifier
- Construction manager
- Estimator
- Project manager
- Property developer
- Quantity surveyor
$68,800 median starting salary.
Good Universities Guide 2023 - Undergraduate Built Environment
Course overview
Collaborate with your peers and broaden your skills base. Courses directly reflect the needs of industry, across construction management roles.
Learn critical workplace skills in:
- building information modelling (BIM)
- building surveying
- construction ecology
- construction technology
- economics
- health and safety
- project management
- procurement and tendering
- quantity surveying
- sustainable development
Student experience
Construction Skills Workshop: Connecting with Industry 2:28
Hear directly from the NSW Building Commissioner and other event partners on the benefits of this program and future of this industry.
Career-ready placements
Construction management students will complete a total of 12 weeks relevant practical experience prior to completion of their studies. The 12 weeks includes 4 weeks undertaken as part of the in program career-ready placement course (ARBE3030), and an additional 8 weeks. This can be completed in one block or as shorter placements of no less than two weeks.
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Campus Life
Our campuses are welcoming, inspiring, and collaborative places for students, staff, and the community. Explore our beautiful campuses and discover what it’s like to study at the University of Newcastle.
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Scholarships
Our scholarships recognise achievement and support enthusiastic and dedicated students. If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.
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Accommodation
Living on campus is an experience unlike any other. Whether you're from across Australia or around the globe, your home on campus is where you'll form lifelong friendships and harness your potential in a supportive and diverse community.
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Student showcase
Construction Management Graduate: Chris Stone
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Chris Stone graduated with a Bachelor of Construction Management (Building) with first class honours. Hear about his graduate program at Laing O'Rourke and how he is enjoying his role after finishing Uni.
How to apply
Apply as a domestic student
You are a domestic student if you are:
- An Australian or New Zealand citizen (including dual citizens)
- A permanent resident of Australia
- A holder of a permanent Australian visa.
Apply as an international student
Entry requirements — Senior secondary school qualification
Admission to our undergraduate degree programs usually requires successful completion of a senior secondary school qualification similar to the Higher School Certificate (HSC), the highest educational award in New South Wales schools.
English proficiency requirements
Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.
- IELTS overall minimum - 6.0
- IELTS section minimum - 6.0
- About English Language Pathways
Apply to the University via our online application portal.
In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.
If you are applying through an education agent, they can also apply through the application portal. Ensure your agent is contracted to the University to avoid delays with your application.
Once you have started your application you will be provided with a reference number. You or your education agent will be able to track your application as it progresses.
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The AIB is a professional member-based organisation established to represent construction industry individuals from around Australia.
The Australian Institute of Building Surveyors is recognised nationally and internationally as the peak professional body representing Building Surveying practitioners in Australia.
The Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors, (AIQS), is the peak body for built environment cost professionals in Australia.
The Chartered Institute of Building stands for the science, ethics and practice of built environments across the world. They aim to improve quality of life for those creating the built environment.
Globally recognised, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors promotes professional standards in the development and management of land, real estate, construction and infrastructure.
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