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What will I learn?
Study construction at USQ
Construction is one of Australia is fastest growing industries and should continue to expand. Large infrastructure projects cost millions of dollars and take years to complete, so the need for construction managers to handle project time frames and budget is critical.
With the knowledge and practical skills you ill acquire through USQ is hands-on courses, you will graduate ready to make an impact in the construction industry. Over the course of the degree you will develop proficiency in problem-solving analysis, engineering design and construction management, as well as expertise in built environment, quantity surveying and building services design.
The Bachelor of Construction (Honours) provides you with the opportunity to complete a minor study, allowing you to enhance your knowledge and skills within a specific area or specialization. You have the option to choose a minor in building, construction or to create your own.
Build upon trade experience
Already have professional experience in the construction industry? You can build towards earning a higher salary as a qualified construction manager with USQ is Bachelor of Construction (Honours). Study while you work, either via distance or on campus, and have the flexibility to fit study around your life.
Previous experience through TAFE or work?
Already got a Diploma through TAFE? Maybe an Apprenticeship through your work experience? Then fast track your degree with the credit you ive already earned.
Career outcomes
USQ is industry-oriented and practical coursework means you ill gain the expertise required to tackle problems in the workforce and deliver on big projects. Your knowledge of the planning, monitoring, technical, logistical, financial and legal aspects associated with building and construction projects will prepare you for your professional role as a Building and Construction Manager, Site Manager, Facilities Manager, Quantity Surveyor or Property Developer. You could work for large client organizations, specialized areas, commercial, industrial and residential construction projects.
Professional accreditation
Graduates of the Bachelor of Construction (Honours) meet the Queensland Building and Construction Commission is technical qualification requirements to hold a Builder Open class of license and a Builder Project Management Services license subject to demonstrating the required level of industry experience.
Which department am I in? Faculty of Health, Engineering and Sciences (HES)
Students must have a recognized previous academic qualification. These qualifications are for standard entry and are based on comparisons with Australian year 12 level examinations. English language requirements: IELTS (Academic only) - 6.0 (or better) (no component lower than 5.5); TOEFL (paper based) - 550 (or better) (with a minimum Test of Written English Score of TWE 4.5); TOEFL (electronic or computer based) - 213 (or better) (with essay rating of at least 4.5); TOEFL (internet based) - 80 (or better) (with 19 minimum in all bands); Pearson (PTE Academic) - 50 (or better) (with no communicative score less than 50); Cambridge English Scale Scores for FCE, CAE and CPE3 - Cambridge English: First (FCE) with a score of 169 or above. No less than 162 in each skill.
Subject pre-requisites: English (4 SA) or equivalent, and Mathematics A (4 SA) or equivalent.
Recommended prior study: Mathematics B
To apply for an undergraduate (or your first) university degree at USQ, you must have a recognized previous academic qualification. These recognized qualifications are recognized for standard entry and are based on comparisons with Australian year 12 level examinations.
Other English Language Requirements: Minimum score of TOEFL paper based test is 550, the minimum score of computer based test is 213, the minimum score of Pearson (PTE Academic) is 50 and the minimum score of Cambridge English: First (FCE) with a score of 169 or above. No less than 162 in each skill.
Pathways options
Offered by this university
University of Southern Queensland (USQ) offers below pathways courses for this subject Diploma of University Studies (Construction)
Tertiary Preparation Program
Tertiary Preparation Program
A$27,660.00 (US$ 21,636) per year
26 February 2018, 16 July 2018
University of Southern Queensland (USQ) Toowoomba Campus, West Street, TOOWOOMBA, Queensland, 4350, TOOWOOMBA, Australia
A$24,060.00 (US$ 18,820) per year
26 February 2018, 16 July 2018
University of Southern Queensland (USQ) Toowoomba Campus, West Street, TOOWOOMBA, Queensland, 4350, TOOWOOMBA, Australia