| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-03-01 | - |
| 2025-07-01 | - |
Program Overview
Undergraduate Certificate in Construction Management
Overview
The Undergraduate Certificate in Construction Management is a 6-month full-time or equivalent part-time course that introduces students to the principles and concepts of construction management. This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to manage construction projects on time and within budget.
Course Details
Qualification
Undergraduate Certificate in Construction Management
Duration
6 months full-time or equivalent part-time study
Credit
100 credits (approximately four units)
Location
Curtin Perth
Course Outline
Overview
The Undergraduate Certificate in Construction Management is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to manage construction projects on time and within budget. Students will learn about the principles and concepts of construction management in various contexts, relevant to paraprofessional work and/or further learning.
What You'll Learn
- Apply principles and concepts of construction management in a variety of contexts relevant to paraprofessional work and/or further learning
- Apply critical and creative thinking and problem-solving skills to generate innovative solutions to construction management problems
- Use technology appropriately to communicate effectively with clients, planning approvers, builders, and other relevant industry professionals
- Consider global perspectives on construction management and international construction management standards
- Work professionally in teams and independently, and demonstrate life-long learning skills
Fees and Scholarships
Australian and New Zealand Student Indicative Fees
$5,600* (Commonwealth supported)
What is a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)?
A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government. They pay part of the course fees directly to Curtin and then the student pays the remainder (referred to as the “student contribution amount”). The student can defer this fee to their HECS-HELP loan.
Location
Curtin Perth
Available for start dates in Semester 1 and Semester 2, 2025.
How to Apply
Application Deadlines
View our application deadlines page for further information.
How to Apply
Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice.
Specialisations
Available Specialisations
- Actuarial Financial Mathematics Specialisation
- Advertising Design Specialisation
- Animation and Game Design Specialisation
- Anthropology and Sociology Specialisation
- Asian Studies Specialisation
- Chinese Language Specialisation
- Construction Management Specialisation
- Corporate Screen Production Specialisation
- Creative Writing Specialisation
- Design Thinking and Visual Communication Specialisation
- Designing Fashion Specialisation
- Digital and Social Media Specialisation
- Digital Design Specialisation
- English and Cultural Studies Specialisation
- Environmental Planning Specialisation
- Fashion Design Specialisation
- Fine Art Specialisation
- Geography Specialisation
- Graphic Design Specialisation
- Graphics Specialisation
- History Specialisation
- Illustration Specialisation
- Interior Architecture – Applied Interior Design Specialisation
- Interior Architecture Specialisation
- International Development Specialisation
- Journalism Specialisation
- Landscape and Natural Resource Management Specialisation
- Photography Specialisation
- Principles of Planning Specialisation
- Professional Writing Specialisation
- Screen Production Specialisation
- Social Inclusion and Equity Specialisation
- Social Justice Specialisation
- Surveying and Spatial Sciences Specialisation
- Theatre Arts Specialisation
- Urban Design and Planning Specialisation
- Web Media Specialisation
- Web Presence Specialisation
Curtin University
Overview:
Curtin University is a public research university located in Perth, Western Australia. It is known for its strong focus on research and innovation, particularly in the fields of mining, engineering, and health sciences. Curtin offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, as well as professional development courses. The university has a global presence with campuses in Dubai, Malaysia, Mauritius, and Singapore.
Services Offered:
Curtin University provides a comprehensive range of services to its students, including:
Learning Support:
Disability planning, industry placements, global study opportunities, and access to learning and study spaces.Campus Life:
Accommodation options, information about living in Perth, food and retail services, regional study opportunities, sports and social clubs, health and wellbeing resources, and campus events.International Student Support:
Assistance with moving to Australia, application procedures, English language programs, and opportunities to meet with university representatives in their home countries.Financial Assistance:
Information on fees and charges, financial assistance programs, and scholarships.Career Support:
Access to career advisors and resources to help students with their career planning.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Curtin University offers a vibrant and diverse campus experience. Students can participate in a wide range of activities, including:
Sports and Recreation:
Joining sports teams, participating in recreational activities, and attending campus events.Social Clubs:
Joining student clubs and societies based on their interests.Campus Events:
Attending lectures, workshops, and social events organized by the university.Global Study Opportunities:
Studying abroad at one of Curtin's international campuses or participating in exchange programs.Key Reasons to Study There:
High Graduate Employment Rate:
Curtin University has the highest rate of graduates finding full-time employment among Western Australia's public universities.Research Excellence:
Curtin's research is rated at or above world standard, with a strong focus on innovation.Global Recognition:
Curtin is ranked second in the world for mineral and mining engineering.Diverse and Inclusive Campus:
Curtin celebrates diversity and aims to create a welcoming environment for all students.Strong Industry Partnerships:
Curtin collaborates with industry, government, and First Nations people to create meaningful change and solve real-world problems.Academic Programs:
Curtin University offers a wide range of academic programs across various disciplines, including:
Agriculture, Environment and Sustainability
Architecture and Construction
Arts and Creative Industries
Business, Innovation, Management and Law
Culture, Society and Indigenous
Education
Engineering, Mining and Surveying
Health
Information Technology
Physical Sciences, Geoscience and Mathematics
Other:
Curtin University is committed to sustainability and has a strong focus on addressing the UN's global sustainable development goals. The university also has a strong commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander engagement and aims to embed their voices and perspectives in its decision-making.
