Bachelor of Construction Management and Property
- Commencing Terms
- Term 1 & 3
- Duration
- 3 Year(s)
- Delivery Mode
- Face-to-face (includes blended), Online
- Campus
-
Kensington
- Codes
- UAC code 423200
- Program code 3332
- CRICOS code 088764F
-
2024 Indicative first year full fee
- $9,000*
-
2024 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $30,000*
-
2024 Indicative first year full fee
- $47,000*
-
2024 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $151,500*
Fees
Fees
-
80 days’ work experience
-
RICS accreditation
-
AIQS accreditation
International application pause for 2025 intakes
Applications for international students to study at UNSW in 2025 are currently paused. Please submit your expression of interest to join our application waitlist so we can contact you.
- Overview
- Entry requirements
- What will I study?
- Future careers
- How to apply
- Fees & Scholarships
Overview
Kickstart your career in an in-demand field as you develop practical skills in construction site management, property development and quantity surveying from the university that’s produced Australia’s most employable graduates for five years running*. Join one of Australia’s top Architecture and Built Environment schools and learn from seasoned academics and industry experts who’ll teach you to lead complex construction and development projects.
The Bachelor of Construction Management and Property at UNSW is tailored to set you up for success with a focus on industry-specific management and technology training. The program integrates business-critical skills such as construction and property economics; cost, time and human resource management; organisational behaviour; risk management, building science and construction technology.
You’ll combine academic learning with innovative interdisciplinary courses and put theory into practice through real-world projects. The skills and expertise you develop in this specialised program will prepare you to make a positive impact on existing and future built environments. With a Bachelor of Construction Management and Property from UNSW, you’ll graduate ready for a thriving career in the property sector, backed by a university ranked #1 for career outcomes**.
*Most employable students for five years in a row - AFR Top 100 Future Leaders Awards, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024.
**Australia's best university for career outcomes in AFR Best Universities Ranking, 2023.
Key features
Gain real-world industry experience
You’ll undertake an 80-day work experience program, which includes site visits and field trips to construction project sites, and opportunities to build an extensive professional network. Graduate career-ready, thanks to hands-on learning and valuable insights into the day-to-day workings of the property and construction industry.
Professional accreditation
The Bachelor of Construction Management and Property is accredited by the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
Build industry connections
Learn from tutors and studio leaders from construction and property management firms like JPW, PTW, LendLease, Mirvac from day one. Work alongside industry professionals and other students on live projects with Sydney Urban Lab, an interdisciplinary studio which tackles real urban challenges with design-led thinking.
Why study this degree at UNSW?
UNSW ranks #4 in Australia and #35 worldwide in Architecture and Built Environment*. UNSW has cemented this reputation with world-class, research-informed teaching, leading industry networking and mentorship programs and a diverse inclusive community.
Modern interdisciplinary learning facilities
Enjoy 24/7 access to our Design Futures Lab, a workshop and community space for research, experimentation and collaboration. Female (and female identifying) students can also look forward to the UNSW Women in Construction Project, which supports women developing a career in construction with a range of programs including scholarships, internships and cadetship funding.
Become a highly employable graduate
Give yourself a professional edge in the construction and property sector through UNSW's career-ready education. UNSW won the Australian Financial Review’s Most Employable Students Award^ for the fifth year in a row in 2024. Graduate ready to enter the workforce by complementing academic learning with practical skills. Programs such as BEIL (Built Environment Interdisciplinary Learning), an initiative where you can collaborate with students from other relevant degrees to work on community projects in cross-functional teams, help make you job-ready.
*QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024
^AFR Top100 Future Leaders Awards 2020-2024
Want to see more from UNSW Arts, Design & Architecture?
Entry requirements
-
- The 2024 Lowest Selection Rank (LSR) is the adjusted rank (ATAR plus adjustment factors) you would have needed to gain entry to this degree in 2024.
- The 2024 A levels score is based on four Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry scores are calculated from the best three or four A2 subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1. At most one Applied A Level subject may be included in the best four subjects used to calculate the aggregate.
- The 2024 IB Diploma is an indication of the IB you would have needed to gain entry to this degree in 2024. It is to be used as a guide only.
- The 2024 Lowest ATAR is the lowest ATAR (before adjustment factors were applied) to which an offer was made. Where <5 is listed, this indicates that less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made and so the score has not been published. N/A indicates no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
-
At UNSW, we are committed to ensuring prospective students have all the information they need in order to make informed decisions about their study options.
To assist you in gaining a better understanding of how Admissions works at UNSW, we have provided you with a summary of ATAR offers and the student profile.
We hope this information will help you identify the degree that is right for you.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Domestic students are eligible to apply for the following volume of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) credits towards their UNSW degree that belong in the Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture:
- 1-year Diploma: 48 UoC (equivalent to first year)
- 1.5-year Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree: Up to 72 UoC (equivalent to first year and a half)
- 2-year Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree: Up to 96 UoC (equivalent to two years)
Considering your previous qualifications and their relevance to the chosen program at UNSW, the type and amount of credit you can apply for, as well as the duration of your remaining program, will then be determined.
Assessment by the Program Director is required for RPL applications toward Professional Accredited programs. Please note that eligibility for the full volume of RPL may be subject to accreditation requirements.
Portfolio Entry
At UNSW ADA, you will find the freedom and support to design the future you want. An ADA Portfolio Entry submission will demonstrate your passions alongside your best work, to boost your chances of admission to a bachelor’s degree of your choice. For more information and to see specific guidelines for portfolio submissions visit UNSW Portfolio Entry.
Adjustment Factors
We offer a range of adjustment factor schemes that reward students for academic performance and extra-curricular achievements. These schemes also take into account a range of personal and educational disadvantages that may have affected your studies.
HSC Plus
This scheme rewards students who perform well in Year 12 subjects that are relevant to their preferred UNSW degree. You may be awarded up to five points.
Elite Athletes, Performers and Leaders (EAPL)
This program recognises achievements in the areas of sport, academia, leadership and music at an elite level. You may be eligible for up to five points.
Educational Access Scheme (EAS)
Factors such as illness, financial hardship, language difficulties or attending a particular school can mean you don't always get the best possible marks in Years 11 and 12. If one of these situations applies to you, submit an application for the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) via UAC. Eligible students can receive between 1 and 10 points towards their chosen UNSW degree.
Admission pathways
Your ATAR is not the only measure of your potential to succeed, which is why we offer a range of pathways into university. Explore your options below and get in touch with our future student advisors to discuss your path to UNSW.
Gateway Admission Pathway
This scheme is open to students in Years 11 and 12 who attend Gateway schools. It significantly adjusts the ATAR requirements for your preferred UNSW degree and provides you with an early conditional offer to UNSW.
Entry programs for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
We offer entry programs for Indigenous Australians, including the Indigenous Preparatory Programs and the Indigenous Admission Scheme (IAS). The entry pathway program you apply for will depend on the degree you want to study.
UNSW Prep Program
If you want to study at UNSW but faced challenges in year 11 and 12 that make you eligible for the UNSW ACCESS Scheme, but you don't meet the cut-off for degree entry, consider UNSW Prep.
UNSW Prep is a one-year (18 months for Engineering) pathway to a UNSW degree place. You'll study subjects that allow you to develop your academic skills, including maths skills if needed, so that you can achieve your best results. You also study degree level courses from week one, to give you a realistic introduction to university level study. If you do well in these courses you can earn course credit towards your degree.
Demonstrate your passions and skills alongside your ATAR. Depending on your preferred degree, you'll complete either a critical reflection or a portfolio, with successful applicants receiving an early conditional offer with an adjusted ATAR entry requirement for their preferred degree. See more information about [UNSW Admission Pathways] (https://www.unsw.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/undergraduate/admission-pathways/portfolio-entry).
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
International direct entry
We do not accept secondary qualifications from this country. We may accept tertiary study results, please contact us for more information.
Please contact us for direct entry requirements.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Typically, international students are eligible to apply for the following volume of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) credits towards their UNSW degree that belong in the Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture:
- 1-year Diploma: Up to 48 UoC
- 1.5-year Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree: Up to 72 UoC
- 2-year Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree: Up to 96 UoC
Generally, International students must ensure that their prior qualifications are assessed and deemed relevant to the program they intend to pursue. Additionally, they are required to maintain a full-time study load as part of the conditions for their Confirmation of Enrolment.
Admission pathways
If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into your chosen degree, you may be eligible for a pathway program with UNSW College. UNSW College provides alternative entry options using university-approved content so that you can start your UNSW journey with confidence.
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
Check the specific English language requirements for this program
What will I study?
You’ll develop the essential skills and knowledge for the management of property development, construction sites, projects and quantity surveying.
The Bachelor of Construction Management and Property at UNSW offers a flexible yet tailored degree structure allows you to follow your core interests – you’ll develop essential practical and interpersonal skills to help you grow your profile in the industry.
To make sure you thrive in your future career, you’ll be tasked with creating, developing and implementing projects from concept to completion. You’ll put theory into action via site management, resource management, high-level problem solving and leadership opportunities.
Full program structure
This program contains a total of 144 units of credit (UOC) and can be completed in three years with full-time study (or equivalent part-time study). The program is designed to be delivered in a mix of face-to-face (includes blended) and online learning. Students must complete:
Level 1 Core courses – 48 UOC
- Introduction to Construction Management and Property
- Low Rise Building Construction
- Construction Materials
- Building Measurement 1
- Building Measurement 2
- Industrial and Infrastructure Construction
- Building Structures
- Construction and Property Economics
Level 2 Core courses – 36 UOC
- Building Services
- Construction and Property Law
- Construction Estimating
- Low Rise Building Construction
- Procurement and Contract Administration
- Construction Planning
Level 3 Core courses – 36 UOC
- Organisation and People Management in Construction
- Risk, Health & Safety Management
- Digital Construction
- Property Development
- Construction Project Management Capstone
- Construction Business Strategy and Entrepreneurship
2 free electives – 12 UOC
Any course
These are the recommended electives for this degree:
- Creating Value
- Design Project Management
General Education – 12 UOC
- Any course
Study areas
Future careers
Graduates of the Bachelor of Construction Management and Property can look forward to a range of in-demand roles in a rapidly evolving industry. As one of Australia’s most respected construction programs, you’ll gain flexible, foundational, and transferable knowledge to accelerate your career opportunities. This degree opens doors to leadership positions in project management, property consultancy, and construction technology, ensuring you stay at the forefront of industry innovations and advancements.
Potential careers
- Building Inspector
- Construction Manager
- Construction Planner
- Corporate Real Estate Adviser
- Estimator
- Property and Asset Manager or Analyst
- Property Developer
- Property Valuer
- Quantity Surveyor
- Site Manager
- Sustainability Advisor
Accreditation
Graduates are eligible for membership of the following bodies, subject to work experience requirements: The Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors, and The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
Our alumni
“The main misconception about construction just happens overnight. By working in the industry and studying Construction I have a newfound appreciation in the creation of built form. A career in construction could be a property developer, a project engineer, a project director, a quantity surveyor. There are really many different career paths to explore.”
Lauren Chandler
Graduate Engineer, Roberts Co
How to apply
Applications for undergraduate study from domestic students (Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holders and New Zealand citizens) are processed by the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).
Visit the Apply section of the UAC website and you can nominate up to five degrees in order of preference, with the first being your most desired degree and university.
On-time applications for admission usually close at the end of September each year for Term 1 admission. Late applications can be submitted, but a late fee will apply. For study starting in Term 1, the majority of offers are made in December and January. Visit the UAC website for key dates for admission outside of Term 1.
Ready to start your application?
For most international students, applications are submitted via our Apply Online service. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term.
Some high-demand programs with limited places, may have an earlier application deadline or may have an earlier commencement date. For more information visit our international applicant information page.
*If you are an international student studying an Australian qualification, go to the Universities Admission Centre (UAC) for application and UAC key dates. Note: If you are under 18 years of age, you need to make special arrangements. Read more.
Ready to start your application?
Fees & Scholarships
Commonwealth Supported Place: Student Contribution Band 2
*The student contribution for a Commonwealth Supported Place is an indication only of the amount payable in Year 1 based on a standard full-time load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL). The actual student contribution you will be liable for depends on your individual program of study and the calendar year in which you enrol. Actual fees are calculated upon enrolment. Student contribution amounts are subject to annual review by the university and may increase each year during your studies (subject to caps determined by the Australian Government), effective at the start of each calendar year.
The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only - other fees and charges are not included.
*Fees are subject to annual review by the University and may increase annually, with the new fees effective from the start of each calendar year. The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only, other fees and charges are not included. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year to enrol, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (8 courses per year).
Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees. More information on fees can be found at the UNSW fees website.
Indicative fees to complete the program have been calculated based on a percentage increase for every year of the program. Fee increases are assessed annually and may exceed the indicative figures listed here.
Indicative fees to complete the program include tuition plus an estimate of study-related costs of approximately $1,000 per year. To find out more about other costs, visit UNSW International.
Scholarships
At UNSW, we award over $83 million in scholarships each year. We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making university accessible to students from all walks of life. Whether you’re a domestic or international student, our range of scholarships, prizes and awards can support your journey.
QS World University Rankings, 2025.
AFR Top 100 Future leaders Award.
#1 Australian uni attended by start-up founders.
The student community collectively inspire and encourage my individual career goals.
