Construction Project Management
Graduate Certificate in Construction Project Management
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Learn skills to effectively manage large construction projects
The Graduate Certificate is the first tier of two postgraduate programs in Construction Project Management.
It is undertaken on a part-time basis over two terms with students completing two courses in each term.
Students learn about project management principles and techniques needed to effectively manage large construction projects.
Click here to download (1.46 MB)Key Information
The Graduate Certificate in Construction Project Management is a 0.5-year program, taught over 1 full year, consisting of 4 courses (24 Units Of Credit/UOC).
This program can only be undertaken on a part-time basis.
The program includes:
- 4 Core Courses
Key Areas of Study
Construction Project Management
Construction Planning
Construction Informatics
Risk Management and Business Analytics
Progression Pathway
The Graduate Certificate of Construction Project Management is an articulated pathway to the Master of Construction Project Management.
For course listing, descriptions and timetables please see the UNSW Online Handbook.
The Graduate Certificate program is suited to practicing personnel in relevant fields including building, construction management, construction economics, civil engineering, mining engineering, project management, quantity surveying, real estate who wish to enhance their career opportunities. This program also provides an opportunity to those who have relevant professional experience but limited formal qualifications to study at the graduate level.
Please note that the Graduate Certificate is not available to International students as it can only be undertaken on a part-time basis.
Related Degrees
Master of Construction Project Management
- UNSW ranks 25th in the world and 4th in Australia in Architecture/Built Environment (QS World Rankings 2019)
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UNSW Sydney ranks in the top 100 universities worldwide (Times Higher Education World University Ranking 2019)
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In the 2015 Excellence for Research in Australia (ERA) UNSW was rated as the equal-top university nationally in Built Environment and Design. Its rating in Urban Planning research was also the joint highest in Australia.
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Learn from academic expertise
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Develop life-long research skills
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Benefit from close links with industry
2015 Graduation Projects (Bachelor of Construction Management and Property)
To qualify for entry to the Graduate Certificate in Construction Project Management applicants need to have one of the following:
- Undergraduate degree in a related* field OR
- Undergraduate degree in any field plus 3 years construction industry experience at a managerial level OR
- Accredited Diploma in a related field + 3 years construction experience at a managerial level OR
- Accredited Diploma in an unrelated field + 5 years construction experience at a managerial level OR
- A recognised and relevant professional qualification such as membership of the Australian Institute of Building (AIB), Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS), Master Builders Association (MBA) or Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) + 5 years of work experience in the construction industry at a management level
*Definition of a Related field: built environment disciplines, engineering, business or law.
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Construction Project Management students with a credit average or above may apply for entry into the Master of Construction Project Management program (8121) with full credits for the completed courses.
All domestic and international students can apply for postgraduate coursework online:
- Apply online (International students must pay an application fee of $125.)
Application deadlines:
- Term 1 (February) - apply by 30 November*
- Term 3 (September) - apply by 31 July
Late applications may be accepted after the closing dates subject to the availability of places.
If you gain entry into a program at UNSW, you can then be assessed for transfer credit for courses (subjects) studied in your previous degree.
All domestic and international students can apply for postgraduate coursework online:
- Apply online (International students must pay an application fee of $125.)
Application deadlines:
- Term 1 (February) - apply by 30 November*
- Term 3 (September) - apply by 31 July
Late applications may be accepted after the closing dates subject to the availability of places.
If you gain entry into a program at UNSW, you can then be assessed for transfer credit for courses (subjects) studied in your previous degree.
A wide variety of scholarships and awards are available to support you when you are starting and throughout your degree. Whether it is academic, sporting, equity, indigenous, rural, degree specific, or travel and exchange you can find a scholarship that suits you.
The faculty has a number of scholarships and prizes offered to students enrolled in its programs. For information, including general scholarships available to UNSW local and international students and closing dates for applications, visit the UNSW Scholarships Website.
Fees
Tuition fees for full fee paying (non-Commonwealth supported students) local students and international students are calculated on the actual number of units of credit undertaken per term.
Student Activity Fees
When you enrol each year the University asks that you make a financial contribution to help provide services, amenities and representation for all students on campus. These include sporting facilities, subsidised food outlets, campus media, entertainment, student resources and leisure programs.
UNSW Student Contribution Charges
Students enrolling in Australian universities for Commonwealth Supported places will pay tuition fees based on the particular courses (subjects) they choose to study. UNSW Built Environment courses have been classified in band 2. Your fees will change depending on the number and type of courses you study.
Fee Schedule for Full Fee Paying Students
Tuition fees for full fee paying non-Commonwealth supported students local students and international students are calculated on the actual number of units of credit undertaken per term. All fees related information is available from myUNSW website.
Books and Equipment
Don't rush out to buy anything before your first class. Academic staff will advise you as to essential equipment and textbooks. In general studio-based programs will have higher additional costs than non-studio based programs. Costs for books, stationery and equipment vary greatly, but you should allow approximately $1000 a year for these expenses. This figure excludes computing requirements.
Living Expenses
There are a number of factors which will influence your cost of living, for example, rent will vary considerably depending on the type of property and its location. Other essential costs are food, transport, entertainment, clothing and any incidental expenses related to your programs such as field trips. As a general guide, students should have at least $2000 to cover the initial establishment expenses such as rental bond and basic furniture and allow for average weekly expenses of about $350.
