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Bachelor of Applied Science (Construction Management) - Queensland University of Technology |
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TEL: 0207 193 7932
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| QTAC code: | | 412312; Dfee: 412316 |
| | Domestic entry: | | February and July |
| | Past rank cut-off: | | 75. Admission to this course is based on prior study entry requirements in addition to a rank. Please refer to Additional Admission Information. Dfee places were not offered last year. |
| | OP Guarantee: | | Yes |
| | CRICOS code: | | 006363B |
| | International fees: | | 2009: $10,500 (indicative) per semester
(per semester, subject to annual review) |
| | International entry: | | February and July |
| | Course duration (full-time): | | 4 years |
| | Total credit points: | | 384 |
| | Standard credit points/full-time semester: | | 48 |
| | Campus: | | Gardens Point |
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Why choose this course?
The Construction Management course at QUT is considered one of the best in Australia and is highly ranked internationally
Career outcomes
This course can offer you training for a challenging and interesting career with the prospect of high job satisfaction and financial reward.
Practical teaching
You will graduate with real industry experience as you will participate in professional practice, case studies and site visits. In your final year you are required to undertake 100 days approved industrial experience in the construction or allied field.
Industry links
Staff have excellent academic and industry track records and maintain strong links and cooperation with industry.
Course structure
The course provides integrated learning opportunities with allied disciplines of Spatial Science, Property Economics, Quantity Surveying and Urban and Regional Planning.
Facilities / technology
You will have first-hand experience of the latest technologies used in the industry.
Convenience
You will study at QUT's Gardens Point campus in the centre of Brisbane, within easy walking distance to public transport, including buses, trains and ferries.
Who should do this course?
If you are interested in any of the following, you may enjoy a career in Construction Management:
Building and Construction Industry
Working with a variety of people from a range of professions.
Leading a team.
Additional Admission Information
The CN51 Bachelor of Applied Science (Construction Management) course has been replaced by UD40 Bachelor of Urban Development (Construction Management) from 2006 onwards. There will be no intake into the CN51 course in 2008 with the exception of QTAC applicants commencing their studies with at least 240credit points of advanced standing (academic credit); i.e. those students who will be starting in the fourth year of the program.
If offered a place you are not required to lodge an academic credit form, as academic credit will be awarded by QUT before the census date of your first teaching period.
After being awarded this credit and if you wish to seek for additional academic credit, you are then required to lodge anApplication for Academic Credit formfor that additional credit by thedue date and subject QUT rules.
Career Outcomes
Graduates employed in the construction process are involved in the coordinating of the construction and maintenance of large building projects, the development of government and corporate policies, the administration of regulations, and the development and research of building systems and products. They may be employed in private organisations such as large construction and development companies or consultancies while some are employed by government departments.
Overview
The course is concerned with the management of the overall process of construction projects and provides detailed understanding of project development from conception, through planning and construction to commissioning and maintenance. It develops skills in how to manage people, materials, equipment and plant while focusing on issues such as cost, time, quality, safety and environment. It educates students to become effective construction managers with comprehensive technological knowledge, management principles and communication skills.
Special Course Requirements
All students are required to obtain a minimum of 100 days of employment in the final year of the course as a part of CNB409 Professional Practice 1 and CNB423 Professional Practice 2.
Professional Recognition
Graduates with relevant experience are eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Building.
Minors
Subject to the approval of the course coordinator, students may be able to choose a minor area of study. A minor is a collection of four units from the one study area, that totals 48 credit points. This will not affect the total number of credit points required for course completion. Students may choose from the list of minors, available from the office of the Faculty of Built Environment and Engineering.
Course Structure
| Code | Title | | Year 4 - Semester 1 | | CNB409 | Professional Practice 1 | | CNB433 | Dissertation A | | | Elective | | | Elective | | Year 4 - Semester 2 | | CNB410 | Property Development | | CNB423 | Professional Practice 2 | | | Elective | | | Elective | | Electives -Semester 1 | | CNB402 | Investment Theory | | CNB408 | Advanced Building and Civil Construction | | CNB481 | Construction Dispute Management | | CNB483 | Smart and Sustainable Construction | | | Please Note: CNB402 is a recommended elective for semester 1 year 4 | | Electives -Semester 2 | | CNB420 | Current Construction Issues | | CNB425 | International Construction | | CNB434 | Dissertation B |
Potential careers
Construction Manager
Estimator
Project Manager
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