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1.7 years (standard) or 1 year (accelerated, subject to eligibility)
Face-to-face (includes blended), Online
Kensington, UNSW Sydney, NSW 2052
Full time / Part time
Term 1 & Term 3
Course Overview
Eligibility
1.7 years full-time program | 72 Units of Credit (UOC)
A bachelor degree with a credit average in a related field*, OR
A bachelor degree in any field with a credit average plus three years construction industry experience at a managerial level, OR
A Graduate Certificate in Property and Development with a credit average
1 year full-time program | 48 Units of Credit (UOC)
An undergraduate honours degree with a credit average in a related field*, OR
An undergraduate honours degree with a credit average in an unrelated field plus 3 years construction industry experience at a managerial level, OR
A master's degree with a credit average in a related* field
*Related fields are: Built environment disciplines, Engineering, Business, Law
Admission pathway: If you didn't meet the entry requirements in your undergraduate studies, you can study UNSW's Graduate Certificate in Property and Development (24 UOC) as a pathway into the Master Program to complete the remaining 48 UOC.
English language requirements: Evidence of English proficiency may be required depending on your educational background and citizenship. Acceptable evidence includes English language tests, prior study in the medium of English, or other qualifications.
Career & Study Pathways
Each year Australia commits more than half of its capital outlay to land development, building and infrastructure. Graduates will have the confidence, skills and knowledge for a dynamic career in property investment, development and management, including the ability to manage large commercial, industrial and residential property portfolios at development and occupancy stages. Potential careers include:
Quality & Recognition
Course Content
Property performance analysis
Core disciplinary course covering property performance analysis.
Property valuation
Core disciplinary course covering property valuation methods.
Property investment and finance
Core disciplinary course covering property investment and finance principles.
Property industry application
Core disciplinary course covering industry application of property concepts.
Property development and feasibility analysis
Core disciplinary course covering development and feasibility analysis.
Real property law
Core disciplinary course covering legal aspects of real property.
Asset and facilities management
Core disciplinary course covering asset and facilities management.
Research preparation course
Provides research skills needed before undertaking the research project (1.7-year program only).
Research project
A major independent research project completed in the final semester, specialising in an area of professional practice in project management (1.7-year program only).
Common Questions
The 1.7-year program consists of 72 Units of Credit (UOC) across 11 courses including 7 disciplinary core courses, 2 prescribed electives, 1 research preparation course, and 1 research project. The 1-year accelerated program consists of 48 UOC across 8 courses including 7 disciplinary core courses and 1 prescribed elective. Eligibility for the accelerated program depends on your academic background — for example, holding an undergraduate honours degree with a credit average in a related field qualifies you for the 1-year program, and you receive Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) credit for 24 UOC.
Yes, the program is accredited by the Australian Institute of Building (AIB), the Australian Property Institute, and The Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RCIS), giving graduates recognised professional credentials in the property and built environment sector.
For domestic students, the 2026 indicative first year full fee is $39,000, with an indicative full fee to complete the degree of $59,500. For international students, the 2026 indicative first year fee is $49,000, with an indicative full fee to complete the degree of $76,500. Fees are subject to annual review and may vary; indicative fees are a guide only.
In your final semester of study (available in the 1.7-year program), you'll devise and independently undertake a major research project. You'll specialise in an area of interest and build further depth and expertise in that area. Before undertaking the project, you'll complete a research seminar to develop the necessary research skills. Your project will relate to professional practice in project management, equipping you with real-world skills you can carry into the workplace.
Yes. If you didn't meet the entry requirements in your undergraduate studies, you can study UNSW's Graduate Certificate in Property and Development (24 UOC) as a pathway into the Master Program. After completing the Graduate Certificate with a credit average, you can then complete the remaining 48 UOC to finish the Master of Property and Development.
Application
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