Bachelor of Construction Project Management
University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00099F
Looking for an exciting, lucrative future with unlimited potential for growth? The Bachelor of Construction Project Management is your perfect choice. Designed to give you sought-after skills in this flourishing sector, this degree gives you the management, technology and process capabilities you need to succeed in a huge variety of leadership roles.Studying with UTS means going beyond the textbook to build hands-on experience through applied projects and industry placements. Plus, you
Structure
The course program consists of 192 credit points, comprising 28 6-credit-point core subjects and four 6-credit-point electives, the latter chosen either from within UTS: Design, Architecture and Building or from the many electives offered by other faculties throughout the University. Students undertaking four elective subjects (24 credit points) within a common area are eligible for a sub-major. Sub-majors are offered in project management, construction finance/economics and architectural studies, depending on demand. Industrial training/professional practice In this course, the value of concurrent industry experience is recognised and students are required to accumulate relevant industry experience prior to graduating. The course provides part-time and flexible study options to enable students to gain this valuable industry experience during their studies.
Subjects
- 16103: Materials Science: 16105: Cost Management 1: Measurement: 16109: Construction Technology 1: 16203: Cost Management 2: Estimating: 16265: Construction Technology 2: 16206: Structures: 16207: Cost Management 3: Cost Planning: 16307: Project Management Integration: 16263: Design Team Management: 16314: Construction Technology 3: 16422: Construction Technology 4: 16423: Procurement and Contract Management: 16912: Construction Project Management Principles: 16913: Time Management: 16914: Corporate Social Responsibility and People Management: 16468: Introduction to the Built Environment: 16137: Digital Built Environment: 16138: Site Establishment and Management: 16212: Digital Design and Construction 1: 16317: Risk and Safety Management: 16412: Cost Management 4: Advanced Cost Management: 16470: Digital Design and Construction 2: 16022: Construction Law & Ethics: 16313: Construction Industry Economics: 16266: Sustainable Urban Design and Development: 16471: Integrated Services: 16264: Property Accounting and Financial Management: 16469: Professional Practice
Standard entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level. The Faculty-based adjustment scheme awards ten (10) adjustment points to female applicants. Students who have completed a TAFE Diploma in one the following areas will receive five (5) adjustment points: Building/Planning/Architectural Technology/Design/Architectural Drafting/Civil Engineering/Project Management. UTS: Design, Architecture and Building may consider applications based on the results of the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) if students lack academic qualifications but have extensive professional experience. The STAT is conducted through Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER). Students must refer to the inherent requirements for all degrees offered by Design and Architecture in the Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building. Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place. English language requirements IELTS Academic: overall 6.5, writing 6.0 TOEFL iBT: overall 79, writing 21 UTS College AE5: Pass Pearson PTE: overall 58, writing 50 Cambridge C1A/C2P: overall 176, writing 169
Recognition
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS); Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS); Australian Institute of Building (AIB); Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
Study pathways
Students with prior academic or industrial experience are considered for credit recognition for up to a maximum of 96 credit points (50 per cent of the course) and may be given the opportunity to tailor their program of study in line with subjects completed previously at other institutions. Contact a UTS Student Centre for further information.
Further information
Career opportunities include project manager, construction manager, construction economist, quantity surveyor, design manager, environmental manager, contract manager, site manager, construction programmer, cost engineer, estimator, facility manager and property developer. Graduates have a wide range of employment opportunities and can work in both the private and public sectors for employers such as building proprietors, contractors, developers, government bodies and consultancy practices or be self-employed entrepreneurs. As key professionals in the construction industry, graduates work closely with other professional disciplines, industry groups and development authorities.
