Associate Degree in Construction Management
Construct global career opportunity
Advancing technology is creating exciting opportunities for the construction industry. Innovative digital engineering, modelling and automation techniques are changing what’s possible.
Worldwide, demand is soaring for graduates with training in these areas, together with a grasp of contemporary building, project management and sustainability practices Our new Associate Degree in Construction Management will start you on this path and give you an entry point into the construction industry.
What will you do?
Taught over two years full-time within a faculty ranked 40 in the world for computer science and engineering*, the degree leverages the University’s strong industry links and world-class research.
In addition to gaining a broad understanding of the foundations of the construction industry and associated project management—you’ll develop skills in 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
- critical thinking.
This degree is hosted by the School of Architecture and Civil Engineering, and 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 ready to work on high-technology construction and infrastructure 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.
Want to deepen and broaden your knowledge further, across a wider range of construction management practices? Consider our Bachelor of Construction Management.
*Academic Ranking of World Universities 2020
Entry Requirements
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information for this program.
I am a:
Domestic applicants
| SATAC Code | 318021 |
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| 2024 CSP ATAR | 65 |
| 2024 CSP IB | 24 |
| Guaranteed Entry Score - ATAR | 65 |
| Guaranteed Entry Score - IB | 24 |
| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
| Intake | February and July |
Selection Criteria
| Recent Secondary Education | Applicants with recent secondary education are those whose admission is primarily based on the completion of Year 12 within the last two years, however if you completed your secondary education more than two years ago, you may still be able to be considered on the basis of your secondary schooling. You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study (48 units). You compete for a place with your Selection Rank (ATAR plus any applicable adjustment factors). Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Pathway. See Wirltu Yarlu for further information. |
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| Higher Education Study | You must have completed at least six months full time equivalent higher education study (the number of courses and units will vary depending on your prior institution however at the University of Adelaide, this equates to 4 courses / 12 units). A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Pathway. See Wirltu Yarlu for further information. |
| Vocational Education and Training (VET) study | You must have completed an AQF Certificate IV or above from a Registered Training Organisation. Your application will be ranked according to the level of the award. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Pathway. See Wirltu Yarlu for further information. |
| Work and life experience | To be eligible to sit the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) as as pathway for entry, you must be 18 years or over before 1 February 2025. If you have studied at higher education level in the last two years (for 2025 entry this means you were enrolled in either 2024 or 2023), you must not have accumulated more than a TOTAL of 2 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) higher education study (ie. including any study prior to 2023). If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is not weighted between verbal and quantitative components. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Pathway. See Wirltu Yarlu for further information. |
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2024 Admissions Data for school leavers
| ATAR (raw ATAR, excluding any applicable adjustment factors) |
Lowest ATAR to receive an offer | N/A |
|---|---|---|
| Median ATAR to receive an offer | N/A | |
| Highest ATAR to receive an offer | N/A | |
| Selection Rank (ATAR plus any adjustment factors) |
Lowest Selection Rank to receive an offer | N/A |
| Median Selection Rank to receive an offer | N/A | |
| Highest Selection Rank to receive an offer | N/A | |
| Minimum eligibility score | 65 | |
| Additional criteria considered | Selection rank only | |
Fees and Scholarships
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Domestic applicants
| Indicative annual tuition fees |
Commonwealth-supported place: $9,315
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Scholarships
Scholarships are not only for high achievers—they are also available to provide students with an equal opportunity to study at university, no matter where they live or what their financial situation might be.
Scholarships are available to both new and continuing students. We encourage students to apply for any scholarships for which they may be eligible.
To browse scholarships offered by the University, visit: University Scholarships
To explore scholarships offered by organisations external to the University, visit: External Scholarships
Careers
Career Readiness
Utilising a broad skill set that blends construction management and technology, you might find yourself:
- overseeing and managing large-scale construction and infrastructure projects
- consulting with engineers, architects and technical trades workers
- coordinating labour, equipment and plant resources, as well as overseeing and managing contracts for work
- interpreting technical drawings and specifications for new infrastructure, as well as designing and managing sustainable building practices
There is also flexibility to move between the Associate Degree (2 year), the Bachelor Degree (3 year) and the Honours Degree (4-year duration). Our programs offer an innovative blend of industry relevant knowledge and skills – ensuring you’ll graduate ready to thrive in your chosen career.
The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
Potential careers
Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:
Building Consultant; Property Developer; Property Development Adviser; Design and Construction Manager; Safety Inspector; Site Supervisor; Facilities Manager; Construction Contract Administrator; Construction Project Manager; Construction Supervisor ...
Degree Structure
To qualify for the Associate Degree in Construction Management, students must complete satisfactorily a program of study consisting of the following courses with a combined total of not less than 48 units, comprising:
- Level I courses to a maximum of 24 units
- Level II courses to a maximum of 24 units
- Core courses to a maximum of 48 units.
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Example Study Plan
Year 1
| Semester 1 | CONMGNT 1004 Construction Safety |
CONMGNT 1006 Construction Project Management: Fundamentals |
CONMGNT 1008 Introduction to Building and Landscape Architecture |
CONMGT 1010 Digital Design and Construction Fundamentals |
| Semester 2 | CEME 1002 Introduction to Infrastructure |
CONMGT 1000 Civil Engineering Construction Materials |
CONMGNT 1001 Construction Estimation and Quantity Surveying |
DESST 1507 Construction I |
Year 2
| Semester 1 | CEME 2004 Introduction to Geo-Engineering |
CONMGNT 2000 Constuction Law and Contracts |
CONMGNT 2002 Construction Project Management: Risk and Quality |
DESST 2518 Construction II |
| Semester 2 | CONMGNT 2001 Transport and Traffic Management |
CONMGNT 2022 Building Services |
DESST 2519 Design Studio IV (6 units) |
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Last updated: Thursday, 12 Sep 2024
