Bachelor of Technology (Construction)

Worldwide, demand is soaring for graduates with skills and understanding in these areas, together with a firm grasp of contemporary building, project management and sustainability practices. Our new Bachelor of Technology (Construction) will make these opportunities yours.

What will you do?

Taught over three years full-time the degree leverages the University’s strong industry links and world-class research. It features an emphasis on real-world experience, with an internship providing 456 hours of work-based training.

In addition to gaining a broad understanding of the foundations of the construction industry and associated project management—you’ll develop skills in applying and using:

• new and emerging technology, including digital building-information modelling tools and automation technologies (Industry 4.0)
• civil engineering principles and technology, in real-world construction contexts
• construction project and people management, including legal requirements
• systems thinking, building science, economics and sustainability principles

effective interpersonal communication, and critical thinking.

The degree is taught across two schools—Civil Engineering and Architecture—and wherever possible you’ll share classes with students of both. This will prepare you well for a future career in which you’ll frequently work alongside professionals in these areas.

Where could it take you?

You’ll be well equipped to work on high-technology infrastructure and construction projects anywhere in the world. From managing the construction of transformational infrastructure projects, including bridges, tunnels and highways, to constructing the next generation of zero-energy buildings using the latest digital and Industry 4.0 technologies.