Program Overview

Graduate Diploma in Property Development

The Graduate Diploma in Property Development is designed to provide a comprehensive education in all aspects of property development, giving students experience with the entire property development process as well as the hands-on skills needed to succeed.

Course Description

This course is tailored for professionals in architecture, engineering, construction, valuation, planning, business, or finance seeking to deepen their understanding of property development. The course is part of an articulated program comprising the Graduate Certificate in Property Development, the Graduate Diploma in Property Development, and the Master of Property Development.

Duration

The course duration is one year of full-time or two years of part-time study. All subjects are offered in intensive blocks, with an attendance pattern of two separate two-and-a-half-day blocks, usually held over a Thursday evening, Friday, and Saturday.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent
• English language requirements: IELTS Academic overall 6.5, writing 6.0, TOEFL iBT overall 79, writing 21, UTS College AE5 Pass, Pearson PTE overall 58, writing 50, Cambridge C1A/C2P overall 176, writing 169

Tuition Fees

The indicative total tuition fee for domestic students is $33,065.00. Fees are reviewed annually and may change.

Course Structure

The course consists of core subjects and optional subjects. Core subjects include:

• Property Development Process
• Planning and Environmental Law
• Property Transactions
• Property Investment and Development Feasibility
• Valuation Methodology
• Property Development Finance

Optional subjects include:

• Project Management
• Urban Design
• Capital Markets
• Development Negotiations

Industry Accreditation

Graduates will meet the educational requirements for accreditation as a Certified Property Practitioner (CPP) and Certified Development Practitioner (CDP) with the Australian Property Institute (API). This course also maps to the Planning and Development pathway with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

Inherent Requirements

Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential for successfully completing a course at UTS. The inherent requirements for this course can be found via the inherent requirements directory.

Articulation with UTS Courses

This course is part of an articulated program comprising the Graduate Certificate in Property Development, the Graduate Diploma in Property Development, and the Master of Property Development.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

UTS understands the dedication it takes to reach a current position forging a path through prior study, work, and diverse learning experiences. The university offers recognition of prior learning, allowing students to receive credit for previous studies or work experience.

Entry Schemes and Pathways

Students who do not meet the admission requirement prerequisites are encouraged to apply for the Graduate Certificate in Property Development and progress to the Graduate Diploma in Property Development.

Related Courses

Related courses include:

• Master of Property Development and Investment
• Graduate Certificate in Property Development
• Master of Property Development

These courses offer students a range of options for studying property development, from graduate certificates to master's degrees, and provide a comprehensive education in the field.