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Course Overview
The aim of the course is to develop the competency to identify, analyse and resolve problems relating to business in general and property in particular. The course provides specific studies in the property field within a broad business context. The course is accredited by the Australian Property Institute as providing the educational requirements necessary to practice as a professional property valuer, property manager, property economist and other specialised fields within the property industry.
Career Information
Property is the greatest single asset of any country. The economic management of property assets is a specialised area of business. Upon graduating from the Bachelor of Property, graduates find employment in a wide range of property related occupations including property valuation, property management, asset management, facility management property development and property economics consulting. The Australian Property Institute (API) has accredited the Bachelor of Property as meeting the educational requirements for careers as a Practising Valuer (CPV) and Property Economist/Consultant (CPP).
| Duration | 3 years full-time or 6 years part-time |
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| Credit Points that Must be Earned | 144 |
| 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) | BProp |
| AQF Level | Level 7: Bachelor Degree |
| Course Fees |
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Admission Codes
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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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Domestic Availability
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Term 2 - 2026
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Term 1 - 2018No face to face content.
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Term 1 - 2017No face to face content.
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Term 3 - 2016
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Term 2 - 2016
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Term 1 - 2016No face to face content.
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Term 3 - 2015
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Term 2 - 2015
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Term 1 - 2015No face to face content.
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Term 3 - 2014
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Term 1 - 2014
International Availability
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Term 2 - 2027
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Term 1 - 2027
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Term 2 - 2026
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Term 1 - 2026
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Term 2 - 2025
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Term 1 - 2025
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Term 2 - 2024
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Term 3 - 2023
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Term 1 - 2020
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Term 3 - 2019
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Term 2 - 2019
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Term 1 - 2019
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Term 3 - 2018
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Term 2 - 2018
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Term 1 - 2018No face to face content.
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Term 3 - 2017
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Term 2 - 2017
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Term 1 - 2017No face to face content.
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Term 3 - 2016
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Term 1 - 2016No face to face content.
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Term 3 - 2015
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Term 1 - 2015No face to face content.
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Term 3 - 2014
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| Rank Threshold | SR 60 | ATAR 60 |
Domestic students
Prerequisites: nil
International students
International students should visit www.cqu.edu.au/international for further information including English language requirements.
English and maths
Awards and Accreditation
| Interim Awards | Not applicable |
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| Exit Awards | CL07 - Associate Degree of Financial Planning CL08 - Associate Degree of Property CL12 - Diploma of Financial Planning CL14 - Diploma of Property |
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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 |
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| 2025 | 53 |
| 2024 | 60 |
| 2023 | 70 |
| 2022 | 97 |
| 2021 | 98 |
Please note that in some instances there may be similarities between course, entry and inherent requirements.
If you experience difficulties meeting these requirements, reasonable adjustments may be made upon contacting accessibility@cqu.edu.au. Adjustment must not compromise the academic integrity of the degree or course chosen at CQUniversity or the legal requirements of field education.
- Complying with academic and non-academic policies and procedures such as Student Charter, Student Misconduct Policy, Student Behavioural Misconduct Procedures, Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
- Demonstrating honesty and integrity in academic and professional practice.
- Being reflective with personal behaviours appropriate for professional performance and being positive and receptive to processing constructive feedback or criticism from peers, supervisors, and/or lecturers.
- Successfully processing and managing your own emotions so as to behave appropriately when dealing with individuals in educational and professional environments.
- Knowing, understanding and complying with the laws of the Sovereign State in which you reside, work and/or study.
- Complying with the policies and practices of organisations in which you may be placed or find employment.
- Complying with the requirements for student registration with organisations such as the Australian Property Institute.
- Being able to verbally communicate in the English language with accuracy, appropriateness and effectiveness.
- Actively participating in discussion activities related to the course.
- Using language that is appropriate to the context of the individual, group or workplace.
- Establishing rapport with others in the study and practice of business and respond appropriately to peers, teaching staff, clients, supervisors and other professionals.
- Recognising and interpreting non-verbal cues of others and responding appropriately during activities related to the course, as well as during professional placement.
- Being aware of culturally-based differences in non-verbal communications, ensuring effective, culturally appropriate interpersonal communications.
- Competently and appropriately producing written assessment work in a logical, coherent manner, and with correct grammar and punctuation to the required academic standards.
- Expressing complex and detailed information and knowledge in logical and legible essays and reports that clearly communicate the intended message, and do so in a timely manner, meeting appropriate professional standards.
- Accurately conveying and documenting information in a written form that meets legal and professional practice requirements.
- Conceptualising and applying appropriate knowledge in response to academic assessment items.
- Applying theoretical knowledge, research evidence, policies and procedures in academic and professional practice.
- Producing written text proficiently, in English, using appropriate vocabulary and conventions of speech, including being able to paraphrase, summarise and reference in accordance with appropriate academic conventions.
- Competently read, write and accurately interpret information to convey language effectively in educational and professional settings.
- Producing accurate, concise and clear business documentation which meets legal requirements.
- Demonstrating effective use of numeracy skills to perform a range of property related mathematical applications.
- Applying numeracy skills to interpret and solve a range of mathematical and data-related problems associated with a range of property economics applications.
- Being reflective with personal behaviours appropriate for professional performance and being positive and receptive to processing constructive feedback or criticism from peers, supervisors, and/or lecturers.
- You need to be able to reflect and give deep thought and consideration to particular issues, cases and situations.
- Competently and ethically using prescribed Artificial Intelligence systems
- Competently using a desktop operating system such as Microsoft Windows or Mac OS X.
- Competently using productivity software such as Microsoft Office.
- Competently using a range of computer-based spreadsheets such as Microsoft Excel to conduct detailed financial modelling and valuation analysis.
- Competently using the internet for a range of study and property economics related activities.
- Operating associated electronic technologies such as (but not limited to) cameras and video cameras, a tablet computer or a mobile phone in the professional property economics environment.
- 1. Apply an understanding of the coherent body of knowledge with respect to the discipline of property and its related disciplines with in depth knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts fundamental to the degree’s Certifications as a basis for independent lifelong learning.
- 2. Apply critical thinking, evaluation and problem solving skills in the application of theoretical and technical knowledge within the context of the discipline of property and/or the relevant Certification and related practice and scholarship.
- 3. Effectively communicate, with justification, in a range of academic, non-specialist and professional contexts.
- 4. Exercise professional judgement and identify and respond to ethical issues in a range of contexts including the practice standards of the Australian Property Institute.
- 5. Undertake research, evaluate information and synthesise relevant issues in the discipline of property and other related contexts.
- 6. Learn and work independently and collaboratively and reflect on performance and feedback to identify and implement improvements for self-management as a basis for lifelong learning.
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| Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| 1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | ||||||
| 2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | ||||||
| 3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | ||||||
| 4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | ||||||
| 5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | ||||||
| 6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||
| 7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||
| 8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
| KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||
| APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | ||||||
| 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 | ||||||
- Complete the core structure
- Complete electives
| Number of units: 19 | Total credit points: 114 |
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| Number of units: 5 | Total credit points: 30 |
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| Available units | ||
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| Students must complete 5 from the following units: | ||
| MRKT11029 | Marketing Fundamentals | |
| COMM11003 | Career Communications | |
| GEOG19021 | Geographic Information Systems | |
| HRMT11010 | Organisational Behaviour | |
| BLAR12038 | Building Industry Contracts | |
| BLAR13035 | Building Contract Administration | |
| BLAR11043 | Building Systems and Services 1 | |
| COIS11011 | Foundations of Business Computing | |
| BLAR13054 | Complex Construction | |
Notes on Australian Property Institute (API) Certifications and Electives
Students wishing to apply for Australian Property Institute (API) status as a Certified Practising Valuer (CPV), Certified Property Practitioner (CPP) or Certified Property Manager (CPM) can complete any five of the electives to be eligible to apply for certification.
About Australian Property Institute Certification Definitions
The Bachelor of Property is accredited for Associated memberships with the API certifications: Certified Practising Valuer, Certified Property Practioner, Certified Property Manager, Certified Development Practioner, Certified Facilities Manager, and Certified Asset Manager, with the Financial Planning Major accreditation extends to Certified Fund Manager. Depending on the certification and membership, graduates may also be required to complete additional work experience and training with the API.
Certified Practising Valuer (CPV)
Is a person who, by education, training and experience is qualified to perform a valuation of real property.
Certified Property Practitioner (CPP)
Is a person involved in the property fields of sales, leasing and negotiation, research, education, law, consultancy, finance and corporate real estate.
Application for Credit Transfer
Credit transfer will only be granted where a student is able to demonstrate that tertiary studies equivalent in content and depth to a Bachelor of Property unit has been completed. Students should examine the unit synopses in this handbook to determine the units from which they may be eligible to claim exemption. Refer to the Credit Transfer website at http://www.cqu.edu.au/credittransfer for further details.
For Course Planners please refer to the following website https://www.cqu.edu.au/student-life/new-students/getting-started/planners-and-profiles
Computing Requirements
As a student, it is necessary to have access to a computer or equivalent device in order to complete your coursework. You should have a good understanding of technology and the ability to navigate the online environment, which may involve completing online assessments, participating in online forums, and responding to emails. There may be instances where you need to use a computer or equivalent device for in-class tasks or assessments. It is important that you have dependable access to the internet and a computer or equivalent device capable of video conferencing for online classes. Make sure to review your unit profiles to learn about any specific technology requirements for your coursework.