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Engineering or Construction

Interested in Engineering or Construction?

The building and construction industry is predicted to benefit from strong growth, with significant investments in residential and non-residential activities*. There is no better time to start or advance your career.

Technology advancements are rapidly changing the industry, with connected technologies increasing efficiencies and capabilities.  As the landscape evolves, candidates with the skills to deploy these integrated technologies will be in high demand*.

Graduate with the skills to transition from tradesperson to engineering, leadership, or managerial roles in large-scale commercial, infrastructure and residential projects.

*Deloitte 2022 Engineering and Construction Industry Outlook.

UniSA Online offers the following Engineering or Construction degrees

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What are the differences

Career opportunities

Courses in your degree

Bachelor of Construction Management

  • A three year degree that prepares you for a career in the construction industry, focusing on all types of buildings.
  • Gain a holistic understanding of the entire project lifecycle.
  • Learn modern construction and project management techniques.
Career opportunities in low rise residential and light commercial buildings sector:

  • Construction manager
  • Project manager
  • Construction supervisor
  • Estimator
  • Construction planner
  • Quantity surveyor
  • Building surveyor
  • Construction Materials
  • Structures
  • Construction Communication
  • Quantity Surveying Practice
  • Fire Technology
  • Development Regulation

Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)

  • Four year professional degree that will prepare you for future leadership roles in the building and construction industry.
  • Specialise in two of three high-growth areas in construction project management, quantity surveying, or building surveying in your final year.
Career opportunities in large-scale commercial, infrastructure, and residential projects:

  • Construction manager
  • Project manager
  • Construction supervisor
  • Estimator
  • Construction planner
  • Quantity surveyor
  • Building surveyor
All courses included in Bachelor of Construction Management, as well as:

  • Integrated project
  • Construction Management Research Principles
  • Industry Experience
  • Construction Management Honours Research Project

Associate Degree in Engineering

  • Learn introductory mathematics, physics, and chemistry, along with core engineering courses.
  • Transition from tradesperson to engineering professional, with knowledge and skills required in higher-level technical and management roles.
  • May be eligible for up to 1.5 years of credit towards Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with UniSA
    Move directly into employment as:

  • Engineering Associate
  • Designer drafter
  • Developer
  • Engineering technical officer
Or continue your study in a Bachelor of Engineering.
  • Introduction to Engineering Chemistry
  • Introduction to Engineering Physics
  • Sustainable Engineering Practice
  • Engineering Design and Innovation
  • Project Management for Engineers
  • Electrical and Electronic Systems

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