Master of Construction Management Practice

Swinburne University of Technology

CRICOS 00111D · Duration: 1 Year

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Master of Construction Management Practice

Course Overview

About This Course

Ensure construction projects are managed on time and to budget with the Master of Construction Management Practice. This course will prepare you for professional roles in managing people, equipment, materials, and projects in building construction and civil infrastructure works. Our syllabus covers advanced management and engineering approaches, as well as the innovative tools, including software, needed to manage construction projects.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

A Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree (minimum 4 years of full-time study) in any of the following disciplines: Engineering (Civil or Construction), Building, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or other related engineering/technology disciplines assessed to be appropriate; OR
Successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Construction Management (note: this does not provide advanced standing into the degree); OR
A qualification deemed to be equivalent to any of the above.

English Language Requirements:

IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0; OR
Swinburne's English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 70%, all skills 65% or above; OR
Equivalent measures as listed on Swinburne's English language requirements page.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue roles such as Project Manager and Construction Manager. Students can enhance their career opportunities by gaining additional leadership and management skills. Skills developed include procurement and project delivery, project costing, health and safety, and risk management.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Institute of Building (AIB)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

VETASSESS

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units8 units

CSM80006

Engineering Project Management

Core unit, 12.5 credit points

CSM80015

BIM and Digital Twins for Sustainable Buildings and Infrastructure

Core unit (Capstone), 25.0 credit points

CVE80001

Research Paper

Core unit

CSM80003

Construction Law and Contract Management

Additional core unit (select 4 of 5)

CSM80013

Procurement, Tendering and Contracts

Additional core unit (select 4 of 5)

CSM80014

Advanced Scheduling and Visualisation-Based Integrated Project Controls

Additional core unit (select 4 of 5)

CSM80016

Estimating and Project Costing

Additional core unit (select 4 of 5)

MME80001

Resource Planning and Management

Additional core unit (select 4 of 5)

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How many credit points do I need to complete the Master of Construction Management Practice?

To qualify for the Master of Construction Management Practice, students must complete a total of 100 credit points. One capstone unit carries 25 credit points and all other units normally carry 12.5 credit points each. Students must complete 3 core units and 4 out of the 5 additional core units.

What are the fees for the Master of Construction Management Practice in 2026?

For 2026, the yearly international tuition fee is $40,860 AUD, with a total course fee of $47,420 AUD. Domestic students in a Commonwealth Supported Place pay a yearly fee of $9,537 AUD, with a Commonwealth Supported total fee of $47,420 AUD. A Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) of $373 AUD also applies.

Does completing the Graduate Certificate of Construction Management provide advanced standing into this degree?

No. While the Graduate Certificate of Construction Management is accepted as a qualification for entry into the Master of Construction Management Practice, it does not provide advanced standing into the degree. Students who complete it will be admitted but will need to complete the full 100 credit points of the master's program.

What intake dates and campus locations are available for this course?

The Master of Construction Management Practice is offered at Swinburne's Hawthorn campus. Intake dates for international students include Semester 2 starting 03 August 2026 (last date to apply: 29 July 2026) and Semester 1 starting 01 March 2027 (last date to apply: 24 February 2027).

Are there scholarships available for international students applying to this course?

Yes. When you apply for a Swinburne course, you are automatically considered for an international scholarship of up to 20 per cent off your course fees — no separate application is required. Scholarship applications for 2026 are open, and Swinburne's scholarships aim to provide opportunity, promote equity, and recognise excellence and achievement.

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