Bachelor of Construction Management

With Adelaide University’s 100% online Bachelor of Construction Management, you’ll develop strong technical skills and a well-rounded understanding of the entire construction project life cycle.

You’ll start with core courses in construction management, materials, economics and law, while learning to solve problems within industry guidelines. As you progress your studies, courses will become more advanced to further develop your technical, analytical and practical expertise. You’ll gain a strong foundation in the construction industry by exploring areas such as scheduling and estimating, building and quantity surveying, sustainable construction, and gain valuable digital skills using Building Information Modelling (BIM) tools.

Successfully completing this degree allows you to progress directly into the fourth year of the Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours).

Build in-demand technical expertise and master every stage of the project lifecycle with Adelaide University’s 100% online Bachelor of Construction Management.

Explore all aspects of buildings, structures and infrastructure, while building expertise in construction project management, quantity surveying and building surveying. Learn from industry-connected, world-class academics and discover modern construction and project management techniques. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the entire project lifecycle.

Build practical digital skills using industry-standard BIM tools like Autodesk Revit, preparing you to contribute from day one. Designed with industry input, this 100% online degree ensures your learning is current, relevant and aligned to industry demand.

Recommended study pattern

Year 1

UO Construction 1 (BLDG1005)

UO Construction Communication (BLDG1009)

UO Construction Materials (BLDG1006)

UO Critical Approaches to Online Learning (SOCI3014) -Elective

UO Introduction to Construction Business Management (BLDG1010)

UO Introduction to Construction Management (BLDG1011)

UO Introduction to Contract Administration (BLDG2012)

UO Structures 1 (BLDG1007)

Year 2

UO Construction Scheduling (BLDG2011)

UO Building Estimating (BLDG1008)

UO Building Services (BLDG2006)

UO Construction 2 (BLDG2007)

UO Construction Cost Planning (BLDG2010)

UO Contract Administration (BLDG3011)

UO Quantity Surveying Practice 1 (BLDG1012)

UO Structures 2 (BLDG2009)

Year 3

UO Construction 3 (BLDG3008)

UO Project Appraisal (BLDG3012)

UO Development Regulation (BLDG4008)

UO Advanced Contract Administration (BLDG3009)

UO Building Surveying (BLDG3007)

UO Construction Environmental Science (BLDG2008)

UO Construction Operations and Safety (BLDG3010)

UO Fire Technology (BLDG4009)

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Indicative total fee $27,356

The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

Adelaide University is Australia’s new major university, delivering an accessible, contemporary and future-focused teaching and learning experience. Adelaide University’s range of 100% online undergraduate and postgraduate programs is designed by experts and shaped by industry, with world-class research informing your learning. Experience flexible study, tailored student support when you need it, and on-demand learning resources. Join a vibrant community of online learners and launch your next move.

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Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.

Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.

• Completion of an Adelaide University approved enabling, pathway or bridging program; OR
• A competitive result in the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT); OR
• Successful completion of an Adelaide University online literacy and numeracy test and have relevant work experience; OR
• Qualify for special entry.

English language entry requirements for International students only.

In addition, international students who speak English as an additional language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at Adelaide University. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.

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IELTS Speaking 6.0

IELTS Writing 6.0