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The building and construction industry is predicted to experience more strong growth, with 100,000 new jobs predicted by 2025*. Enjoy flexible, online study to secure your future faster.

This degree is your gateway to career opportunities in light commercial buildings and the low rise residential sector of the construction industry.

Pursue your career goals in one of three study areas – quantity surveying, building surveying or construction management. Study a degree developed in consultation with industry and learn from experienced academics who have worked with some of Australia’s largest organisations.

Find out more about this degree

Top 5 in Australia
for quality education*

100% online
No need to come onto campus

Credit for prior study
Fast-track your graduation

Flexible study options
Work while you study

Support 7 days a week
Get help when you need it

24/7 access
to online learning resources

 

*Australian Industry and Skills Committee, National Industry insights, 2021
**2020 THE University Impact Rankings

Professional accreditation and recognition

AIB
AIBS
AIQS
RICS

Career Opportunities

Construction professionals are commonly employed by large construction firms and smaller building subcontractors – they can work on a range of buildings including residential houses, apartment complexes, offices, shopping centres, public buildings, hospitals and schools. There are also opportunities to work on heavy industrial or civil construction sites, road, tunnel and shaft excavations, demolition sites, and local government works.

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Construction manager

Oversee and allocate resources for construction projects; work with architects and engineers to check plans and blueprints; manage timetables; determine material and labour costs; and liaise with and hire subcontractors and workers.

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Project manager

coordinate and plan projects from beginning to end; prepare budgets and cost estimates; create schedules; respond to issues and delays; collaborate with architects and engineers; communicate with clients about progress; and ensure safety regulations and codes are met.

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Construction supervisor

Oversee all construction activities that take place on a worksite; and supervise contractors and staff while maintaining a safe and secure work environment by adhering to, and enforcing safety codes.

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Estimator

Compile cost estimates based on variables such as labour, materials and equipment; work out project costs and create budgets; and analyse different quotes from sub-contractors and suppliers.

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Construction planner

Develop plans on construction projects so the project is completed safely, on time and within budget; think critically; work with managers and engineers to discuss progress and address issues that arise; and organise the stages of construction development.

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Quality surveyor

Manage all costs relating to building and civil engineering projects, from initial calculations to final figures; seek to minimise the costs of a project and enhance value for money; and achieve required standards and quality.

The UniSA Experience

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87% satisfaction rate for teaching quality1

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Top 10 in Australia for student satisfaction in IT2

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#1 in SA for campus facilities3

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Top 10 in Australia for graduate skills in engineering4

Study Construction Management On Demand

Study On Demand – a 100% online construction management degree designed specifically for online learning. Take full control over your study - access support seven days a week, engage with course content from day one, view learning resources 24/7, and log into the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device.

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Studying 100% online works perfectly for me. Some universities were offering degrees that were delivered half in a classroom and half online, which just wouldn’t have worked for me. I have two children and studying on campus would not be possible. The quality of my study material is great and the academics are wonderful. The fact that we’re able to access our material a week prior to the study period is extremely helpful.

Amanda Marjanovic

Bachelor of Construction Management

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Amanda Marjanovic

Bachelor of Construction Management

Excellence and quality, it's what we're known for.

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Top 10 in Australia for student support

Ranked #8, ComparED (QILT) Student Experience Survey 2021-22, Student Support Indicator (Undergraduate). Public universities.

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30+ years of experience delivering online and distance education

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UniSA is one of Australia’s largest online universities

Ranked 4th, 2020 Department of Education, Skills and Employment – Commencing Domestic Bachelor Degree Students (External)

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Ranked one of the world’s top young universities

Ranked #43, 2024 THE Young University Rankings.

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#1 young university in Australia for industry collaborations

2024 THE Young University Rankings – Industry Income Indicator.

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1Commencing UniSA Online Students, 2022 ComparED (QILT) Student Experience Survey – Teaching Quality Indicator (Undergraduate, Domestic, External Study Mode Students).
22019 QS star rankings.
32020 THE Young University Rankings.
4Ranked #4, 2020QILT Employer Satisfaction Survey – Graduate Employability Skills Indicator.