Course Overview

About This Course

Build your skills and confidence to take a leading role in large-scale building and civil-engineering projects with a Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) at Victoria University. Get job-ready to manage residential, commercial and industrial construction projects with this construction management degree that's closely connected to real-world industry. You'll gain valuable expertise to take on roles overseeing the building process, from design to development, construction and operation, with skills in planning and managing strategies for the construction process, assessing documents for compliance with codes and standards, assessing plans for constructability, communicating with technical professionals such as architects and engineers on design objectives, formulating project cashflows and budgets, preparing tender documents, contract bidding, negotiation and sub-contractor selection, and supervising construction sites and personnel. Plus, add to your expertise with a minor in either building compliance or quantity surveying.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Footscray Park Campus, Victoria University, Melbourne VIC

Victoria University City Campus, 364-378 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Recent secondary education (within last 2 years): Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English
VET/TAFE study: Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent); OR completion of the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (or equivalent)
Higher education study: Full or partial completion of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent); OR completion of two units of Higher Education studies; OR completion of a bridging or enabling course (e.g. Foundation course or equivalent)
Work & life experience: Five years (minimum) work/life experience in Construction or similar; AND completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate more than two years ago; PLUS Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent)
No minimum ATAR required for this course
English-language requirements must be met by all applicants

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

In addition to working as a construction manager, your job title could be project manager, quantity surveyor, building technician, facilities manager, property developer, or similar. You can choose from jobs in either the private or public sectors, working for building proprietors, contractors, developers, government bodies, consultancy practices, or as a self-employed entrepreneur. You'll also have skills and knowledge that you can apply in other industries such as mining, petrochemicals and infrastructure development.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Institute of Building (AIB)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

VETASSESS

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units30 units

NAD1001

Introduction to Architectural Design

First Year Core Unit

NBC1101

Maths for Builders

First Year Core Unit

NBC1103

Basic Structural Mechanics

First Year Core Unit

NBC1104

Structural Principles in Construction

First Year Core Unit

NBC1111

Fundamentals of Building Construction

First Year Core Unit

NBC1112

Building Science

First Year Core Unit

NBC1113

Measurement and Estimating

First Year Core Unit

NBD1100

Built Environment Communication and Skills

First Year Core Unit

NEA2201

Building Development and Compliance

Year 2, Semester 1

NBD2002

Building Contract Documentation

Year 2, Semester 1

NBC2004

Building and Construction Studies

Year 2, Semester 2

NBC2005

Building Materials

Year 2, Semester 2

NBD3001

Risk and Safety Management

Year 2, Semester 2

NBC2003

Building Systems and Services

Year 2, Semester 2

NBC2101

Building and Construction Surveying

Year 3, Semester 1

NBC3001

High Rise Development and Compliance

Year 3, Semester 1

NBC3006

Construction Site Operations

Year 3, Semester 1

NBC3004

Construction Economics

Year 3, Semester 1

NBC2006

Professional Estimating

Year 3, Semester 2

NBC3101

Project Management Practice

Year 3, Semester 2

NBC3005

Construction Law

Year 3, Semester 2

NBC3010

Research Principles and Practices

Year 3, Semester 2

NBC4001

Procurement Management

Year 4, Semester 1

NBC4003

Cost Planning and Control

Year 4, Semester 1

NBC4101

Construction Management

Year 4, Semester 1

NBC4005

Built Environment Project 1

Year 4, Semester 1

NBC4002

Advanced Construction

Year 4, Semester 2

NBC4006

Built Environment Project 2

Year 4, Semester 2

NMIBCP

Building Compliance (Minor)

Minor - 48 credit points

NMIQSV

Quantity Surveying (Minor)

Minor - 48 credit points (subject to enrolment numbers)

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What minors are available in the Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)?

The course offers two minors: Building Compliance and Quantity Surveying (subject to enrolment numbers). Each minor is worth 48 credit points and is completed as part of the overall 384 credit point course requirement.

How can I achieve First Class Honours in this degree?

To be eligible for completion with First Class Honours, students must achieve: a minimum weighted average of 60% over year levels 1 to 3, a minimum weighted average of 80% in year level 4, and a High Distinction (HD) grade for the final year unit NBC4006 Built Environment Project 2.

Can I get credit for previous study or industry experience?

Yes. If you hold a Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), you can gain 96 credit points if you have less than 5 years' industry experience, or 144 credit points if you have more than 5 years' industry experience. VU also has a close relationship with Builders Academy Australia for this purpose. Additionally, completion of pathways such as the Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) (120 credit points) or Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) (144 credit points) from VU guarantee entry and credit into the course.

What technology and industry connections will I have access to during the course?

Students gain experience with building information modelling (BIM), virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) and artificial intelligence (AI). VU's industry network includes companies such as Multiplex, McKenzie Construction Group, John Holland, Built, the Victorian Building Authority, several Melbourne city councils, the Infrastructure Sustainability Council, and Simonds Group. Students also connect with industry via real-world projects, guest speakers, work site visits, industry expos and work placements.

What are the indicative fees for this course and what financial support is available?

The Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) is offered as a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) for eligible students (Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens), with indicative fees of AU$9,537 per year for a full-time student in 2026. Students may also be able to access a HELP loan to defer tuition fees, repaid through the tax system once income exceeds the compulsory repayment threshold. VU also offers hundreds of scholarships annually worth millions of dollars combined, supporting both marginalised groups and high achievers.

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Upcoming Intakes

09 February 2026

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $72,000 to $95,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $95,000 to $130,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $130,000 to $165,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate Construction ManagerSite ManagerProject ManagerConstruction Project ManagerContracts Administrator

Key Skills

Construction project planning and scheduling (including Gantt charts and critical path method)Cost estimation, budgeting, and quantity take-offContract administration and procurement managementReading, interpreting, and producing construction drawings and specificationsWork Health and Safety (WHS) compliance and site safety management

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Units of Competency

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