Graduate Diploma of Building Surveying
Western Sydney University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00917K
This part-time program aims to provide students with the special knowledge and skills to assess, evaluate and recommend building solutions. It is relevant to professionals certifying alternative solutions under the performance based building code and other relevant standards and guidelines. The program enables students to understand performance requirements, basic fire technology and engineering principles, building access and sustainability and other issues related to building surveying practice. Although most units do not have compulsory attendance to workshops, there are a few exceptions where attendance and presentations are required.
Designed for
Graduates or professionals within the building industry
Structure
120 credit points
Subjects
- Building studies
- Building engineering
- Regulations and fire services
Standard entry requirements
- Bachelor degree in building, building surveying, construction, engineering or architecture
- Or AQF Diploma in building, building surveying, construction, engineering or architecture plus at least 4 years of professional work experience
Recognition
NSW Building Professionals Board (BPB).
Further information
Students can fast-track by completing additional units per session to complete the program earlier. It sets a pathway for further learning at the advanced Master level.