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CC61 - Bachelor of Building Surveying and Certification (Honours)
Overview
Course Overview
This course produces graduates capable of assessing building documentation for codes and standards compliance and inspecting staged works on all classes of buildings, as defined by the Building Code of Australia (BCA). Students will have the opportunity to gain crucial lifelong learning and transferable generic skills, such as critical thinking and problem solving.
Career Information
Building surveyors interpret and enforce laws and regulations controlling building and construction and find jobs with federal, state and local government departments and authorities, private certification practices, and building industry licensing boards.
Course Details
| Duration | 6 years part-time |
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| Credit Points that Must be Earned | 192 |
| Number of Units Required | CQUniversity uses the concept of credits to express the amount of study required for a particular course and individual units. The number of units varies between courses. Units in undergraduate courses normally consist of 6 points of credit or multiples thereof (e.g. 12, 18, 24). |
| Expected Hours of Study | One point of credit is equivalent to an expectation of approximately two hours of student work per week in a term. |
| Course Type | Undergraduate Award |
| Qualification (post nominal) | BBldgSurvCert(Hons) |
| AQF Level | Level 8: Bachelor Honours Degree |
| Course Fees |
Indicative Year - 2025
Indicative Year - 2024
Indicative Year - 2023
Indicative Year - 2022
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Admission Codes
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Domestic Students Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes |
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International Students CRICOS Codes |
Not Applicable |
Where and when can I start?
Units offered internally at the below campuses may be delivered using a combination of face-to-face and video conferencing style teaching.
Units offered via MIX mode are delivered online and require compulsory attendance of site-specific learning activities such as on-campus residential schools, placements and/or work integrated learning. See Course Features tab for further information. Online units are delivered using online resources only.
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Units offered via MIX mode are delivered online and require compulsory attendance of site-specific learning activities such as on-campus residential schools, placements and/or work integrated learning. See Course Features tab for further information. Online units are delivered using online resources only.
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The following tables list the courses availabilities by location and term. Directing your pointer over your preferred location will provide further information if this course is not available for the full duration. Please be sure to also check individual unit availability by location and term prior to enrolling.
Domestic Availability
Term 2 - 2026
Online
Term 1 - 2026
Online
Term 2 - 2025
Online
Term 1 - 2025
Online
Term 2 - 2024
Online
Term 1 - 2024
Online
Term 2 - 2023
Online
Term 1 - 2023
Online
Term 2 - 2022
Online
Term 1 - 2022
Online
Term 2 - 2021
Online
Term 1 - 2021
Online
Term 2 - 2020
Online
Term 1 - 2020
Online
Term 2 - 2019
Online
Term 1 - 2019
Online
Term 2 - 2018
Distance
Term 1 - 2018
Distance
Term 2 - 2017
Distance
Term 1 - 2017
Distance
Term 2 - 2016
Distance
Term 1 - 2016
Distance
Term 2 - 2015
Distance
Term 1 - 2015
Distance
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International Availability
Term 2 - 2026
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 1 - 2026
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 2 - 2025
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 1 - 2025
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 2 - 2024
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 1 - 2024
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 2 - 2023
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 1 - 2023
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 2 - 2022
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 1 - 2022
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 2 - 2021
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 1 - 2021
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 2 - 2020
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 1 - 2020
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 2 - 2019
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 1 - 2019
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 2 - 2018
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 1 - 2018
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 2 - 2017
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 1 - 2017
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 2 - 2016
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 1 - 2016
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 2 - 2015
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
Term 1 - 2015
Sorry, no international availabilities found.
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For any problems regarding admissions availability for the selected course please contact
13 CQUni (13 27 86) or send us an email at
http://contactus.cqu.edu.au/
Entry Requirements - What do I need to start?
Entry Scores
| Rank Threshold | SR 66 | ATAR 66 |
Academic Requirements
English Language Proficiency Requirements
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.
Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:
- A secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
- An Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) diploma level qualification, or
- Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0
completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.
If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:
- An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall and minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46; or
- An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.
English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.
International Students should visit http://www.cqu.edu.au/international for further information.
Each student will be assessed individually.
Assumed Knowledge
Assumed Knowledge- English (4, SA), and Maths A or B (4, SA) [Queensland level or its interstate equivalent]
Security Requirements
No information available at this time
Health Requirements
No information available at this time
Fees and Charges
Course Features
Awards and Accreditation
| Interim Awards | CB99 - Associate Degree of Building Surveying CG90 - Bachelor of Building Surveying and Inspection |
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| Exit Awards | CB99 - Associate Degree of Building Surveying CG90 - Bachelor of Building Surveying and Inspection |
| Accreditation |
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Residential School Requirements
No Residential School for this course.
Practicum/Work Placement
| Not applicable |
Previous and Current Enrolments
| Year | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 52 |
| 2024 | 95 |
| 2023 | 108 |
| 2022 | 120 |
| 2021 | 112 |
Inherent Requirements
There are currently no inherent requirements associated with this course.
Core Learning Outcomes
- 1. Apply an advanced understanding of the coherent body of knowledge and the underlying principles and concepts, fundamental to and in the broader context of building surveying and related disciplines.
- 2. Review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesize knowledge and apply technical and creative thinking skills to solve complex problems, implement research and develop new understanding within the context of building surveying and related practice and/or scholarship.
- 3. Justify and communicate building surveying principles, ideas and advice in collaborative contexts with professionals, paraprofessionals and the general community.
- 4. Show professional judgement when identifying and responding to cultural, ethical and social issues in diverse contexts.
- 5. Compile research, evaluate information and synthesise relevant issues in building surveying and other contexts as a basis for independent lifelong learning.
- 6. Learn and work independently and collaboratively in practice and reflect upon feedback to identify and enact self improvements.
| Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
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| Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| 1. KNOWLEDGE Have coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines and knowledge of research principles and methods | ||||||
| 2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge to identify and provide solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence | ||||||
| 3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of a body of knowledge and theoretical concepts with advanced understanding in some areas | ||||||
| 4. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding | ||||||
| 5. SKILLS Have technical skills to design and use research in a project | ||||||
| 6. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences | ||||||
| 7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||
| 8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||
| 9. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
| 10. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Plan and execute project work and/or a piece of research and scholarship with some independence | ||||||
| APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner | ||||||
Course Structure
In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete the core structure
Core Structure
| Number of units: 30 | Total credit points: 192 |
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Students study the course by distance education. Progression is based on an assumed maximum loading of 12 units of credit, 2 units per term. Students should note prerequisite requirements and unit availability when formulating and nominating their study load for the year. Units are offered annually. It is suggested that units be studied as shown in the recommended course study schedule. The loading may be varied to balance work and family commitments. If assistance is required, contact the Course Advisor. Students should actively seek employment in the building industry.
Prospective students should note that exemptions from units within the course may be given where their previous study at AQF certificate IV level or higher and relevant industry licensing fully meets the learning outcomes of a unit. Students should not enrol into a unit where they are seeking an exemption.
Note: Refer to the More Details tab for the link to the recommended course study schedule.
Exit or interim awards
The requirements for the two exit or interim awards are as follows:
- After completing levels 1 and 2 within the course, students may exit with or apply for an interim award of the CB99 Associate Degree of Building Surveying.
- After completing levels 1, 2 and 3 within the course, students may exit with or apply for an interim award of the CG90 Bachelor of Building Surveying and Inspection.
Formal application must be made to the Course Advisor to initiate the process.
Level 1
| Available units | ||
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| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| BLAR11032 | Structural Forms & Analysis | |
| BLAR11033 | Building Materials 1 | |
| BLAR11039 | Building Law & Regulations | |
| BLAR11043 | Building Systems and Services 1 | |
| BLAR11045 | Built Environment 1 | |
| BLAR11049 | Built Environment Communication and Skills | |
| BLAR11050 | Residential Construction | |
| BLAR11051 | Construction Legislation 1 | |
Level 2
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| BLAR12052 | Geotechnical Studies | |
| BLAR12053 | Professional Practice | |
| BLAR12054 | Structural Design Processes | |
| BLAR12056 | Construction Legislation 2 | |
| BLAR12057 | Commercial Construction | |
| BLSV12020 | Building Infrastructure Audits | |
| BLSV12023 | Fire Safety Design | |
| BLSV12024 | Inspection Procedures | |
Level 3
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| BLAR12038 | Building Industry Contracts | |
| BLAR12041 | Building Materials 2 | |
| BLAR13040 | Building Life Cycle Maintenance | |
| BLAR13042 | Building Sector Management | |
| BLAR13044 | Building Systems and Services 2 | |
| BLAR13047 | Construction Economics 1 | |
| BLAR13054 | Complex Construction | |
| BLSV13022 | Building Services Auditing | |
Level 4
| Available units | ||
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| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| BLAR14017 | Built Environment Projects | |
| BLAR14019 | Built Environment Research Plan | |
| BLAR14020 | Built Environment Research | |
| BLCN14039 | Infrastructure Planning | |
| BLSV14016 | Fire Engineering and Performance | |
| BLSV14017 | Town Planning and Control | |
More Details
Articulation
and Credit Transfer
To be eligible for a credit
transfer, students must have completed relevant study at Certificate IV level
or above within the past 10 years. Please refer to the Credit
Transfer/RPL website for further information. Students can
apply for direct credit against CQUniversity units, if equivalent tertiary
level study has been completed. Students must supply relevant documentation
(study guides, unit profiles, etc) to do this. If your study was undertaken
more than 10 years ago, you may not be eligible to apply for this as credit.
Computing
Requirements
It is a requirement of
enrolment in this course that students have access to the CQUniversity website.
It is strongly recommended that students have access to a broadband connection
or higher to access online student resources that would include but not limited
to, email, internet, video streaming, electronic assessment submission.
To assist with unit selection, refer to the recommended course
study schedule found here.