Bachelor of Construction Project Management
Ready to manage construction projects? Our Bachelor of Construction Project Management degree prepares you for site, contracts, operations & more.
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WHY STUDY THIS COURSE?
This course prepares you for a professional career in construction project management, where you will oversee the planning, coordination, and delivery of infrastructure and building projects. Building on prior studies in civil construction design, it develops your capability to manage projects, teams, and resources, supporting your progression into management roles within the construction industry.
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
You will develop a strong understanding of construction project management, including project planning, cost management, contracts, and risk management. The course also focuses on leadership, communication, and working with multidisciplinary teams. You will learn to apply your knowledge to real-world projects, preparing you to manage construction projects from planning through to completion.
Australia’s construction industry is growing fast and the people who know how to manage large projects from the ground up are in demand. Acknowledge Education’s Bachelor of Construction Project Management gives you the skills, knowledge and industry connections to confidently step into that role.
This three-year construction project management bachelor degree covers project planning, cost management, contracts, risk, quantity surveying and sustainable construction practices. Graduates go on to work as construction project managers, site managers, quantity surveyors, contact administrators and more.
Available in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth and Brisbane, with intakes in February, May and September.
Study Pathways
Course Overview
Kick-start your career confidently in different roles within the construction industry, from planning and design to development, construction, and operation.
Acknowledge Education’s Bachelor of Construction Project Management equips you with the job-ready skills and knowledge in managing residential, commercial, and industrial construction projects.
You will graduate with skills in:
Construction management
Construction technology
Quantity surveying
Construction law and contracts
Building services, surveying, and sustainable practices
Cost and quality management
Course Structure
To be eligible for the Bachelor of Construction Project Management, you are required to complete 24 units (360 credit points) over three years as set out in the Units section, below.
You will study two or three units per trimester, with most units comprising of three hours of lectures and tutorials per week. You will also undertake 10 hours of personal study per unit per week. The number of days per week depends on your timetable, and is usually 2 to 3 days.
Units
CPM101 Fundamentals of Built Environment
CPM102 Introduction to Structures
CPM103 Construction Site and Safety Management
CPM104 Construction Drawings and Communication
CPM105 Construction Technology I*
CPM106 Construction Project Management I
CPM107 Procurement Management and Delivery in Construction
CPM108 Construction Technology II*
CPM202 Quantity Surveying I
CPM203 Construction Project Management II
CPM204 Construction Cost Planning & Management
CPM205 Construction Law and Contracts
CPM206 Building Services
CPM207 Sustainable Construction Practices
CPM208 Construction Planning and Scheduling
CPM209 Construction Plant and Construction
CPM302 Construction Estimating and Risk Management
CPM303 Facility/asset Management
CPM304 Contract Administration
CPM305 Academic and Professional Research
CPM306 Building Information Management (BIM)*
CPM307 Quantity Surveying II*
CPM308 Building Surveying
*Note: The following co/prerequisite unit requirements:
UNIT IN THIS QUALIFICATION | PREREQUISITE UNIT*(S)/Co-REQUISITE** |
Construction Drawings and Communication | Construction Technology I |
Construction Technology I | Construction Technology II |
Construction Technology I and Construction Drawings and Communication | Quantity Surveying I |
Academic Requirement
1. Applicants with recent secondary education (within the last 3 years)
Applicants who have recently completed their secondary education and meet the following criteria can apply for entry into this program.
Admission Criteria
Evidence of successful completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education to Year 12 or equivalent*, including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English and an ATAR of 65.
*This includes all Commonwealth, State and Territory final year secondary school certificates of education as well as an International Baccalaureate (IB).
Students who have completed their secondary education overseas, which are equivalent to an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education, will be assessed for their suitability for the program on a case-by-case basis.
Special admission program*
Our special admission program covers a range of access and equity schemes that allow applicants from participating schools or disadvantaged social, economic or cultural environments to receive additional consideration.
2. Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET/TAFE) Study
Applicants with previous VET study who meet the following criteria can apply for entry into this program.
Admission Criteria
Full or partial completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent) in any discipline.
OR:
Full completion of a Certificate IV in a related discipline.
Special admission program*
Our special admission program covers a range of access and equity schemes that allow applicants from participating schools or disadvantaged social, economic or cultural environments to receive additional consideration.
Applying for Credit Transfer
If you have completed prior tertiary studies, you may be eligible for some credit exemptions. For further information, please refer to our Awarding of Credit Policy.
3. Applicants with Higher Education Study
Applicants whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a higher education course and who meet the following criteria can apply for entry into this program.
Admission Criteria
Full or partial completion of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent).
OR:
Completion of two units of Higher Education studies.
OR:
Completion of a bridging or enabling course, for example, Foundation course or equivalent.
Special admission program*
Our special admission program covers a range of access and equity schemes that allow applicants from participating schools or disadvantaged social, economic or cultural environments to receive additional consideration.
Applying for Credit Transfer
If you have completed prior tertiary studies, you may be eligible for some credit exemptions. For further information, please refer to our Awarding of Credit Policy.
4. Applicants with Work & Life Experience
Applicants who have left secondary school more than three years ago and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since then can also apply for entry based on other evidence of academic capability judged to be equivalent, for example relevant work or life experience.
Admission criteria
Five years (minimum) work/life experience in Construction Management or similar.
OR:
Applicants that completed an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate more than two years ago.
PLUS:
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent).
Special admission program*
Our special admission program covers a range of access and equity schemes that allow applicants from participating schools or disadvantaged social, economic or cultural environments to receive additional consideration.
Applying for Credit Transfer
If you have completed prior tertiary studies, you may be eligible for some credit exemptions. For further information, please refer to our Awarding of Credit Policy.
*Special Admission
Applicants who fall under the following categories can discuss their admission and course options with the admission team prior to applying. Each application will be assessed on its merits and the applicant’s capacity to successfully complete the course will be carefully considered in this assessment. The categories include, recognition as an Indigenous Australian, applicants whose school or home location is in rural or isolated areas, applicants with non-English speaking background, applicants with difficult living circumstances that have impacted their preparation for post-secondary study, applicants with disadvantaged financial background and applicants with disability or medical condition affecting their education.
You must have completed Year 12 or equivalent. The minimum age is 18 years old.
International students must also demonstrate that they have English language ability equivalent to IELTS 6.0 (Academic).
Competency to IELTS 6.0 means that the student has documentary evidence of having completed an IELTS exam at an official IELTS testing centre, or an equivalent recognised English language test, within the 24 months preceding the student’s application date for Bachelor’s courses, and that the student was given an overall score of 6 with no single band lower than 5.5 (see our International Student Admission Policy).
Applying for Credit Transfer:
If you have completed prior tertiary studies, you may be eligible for some credit exemptions. For further information, please refer to our Awarding of Credit Policy.
Our Civil Construction Design courses are endorsed by reputable companies in the industry. We are constantly consulting with industry representatives to ensure our courses are relevant to their needs and that our students are job-ready upon completion of our courses.
Occupational titles for graduates with this qualification may include:
Construction Project Manager
Quantity Surveyor
Site Manager
Facility Manager
Contract Manager
Estimator
Contract Administrator
Project Coordinator
Construction Planner
Construction Consultant
Sustainability Consultant
Property Developer
Domestic
International
Tuition Fee: $2,550 per unit x 24 units
Administration Fee: $200
Materials Fee: N/A
Why Study with AE?
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Credit for Prior Learning
Get up to 50% course credit for prior learning in Australia. You may be able to reduce both your tuition and study time.
2 week average to COE*
Seamless Enrolment
Expert onshore support from consultation to CoE issuance, with an average 2-week processing time.
*Processing times may vary depending on document completeness and course availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Construction project managers need a combination of technical knowledge and strong leadership skills. This includes planning and scheduling, budgeting, risk management, communication and problem-solving. They also need to coordinate teams, manage timelines and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with industry standards.
A construction project manager oversees the planning, coordination and delivery of construction projects. Their role includes managing budgets, schedules, contractors and resources, while ensuring projects meet quality and safety requirements. They work closely with engineers, designers and clients to keep projects on track from start to finish.
Becoming a construction project manager requires a combination of relevant qualifications and practical experience, but it’s a fairly straightforward path. Many professionals start with studies in construction or engineering and build experience over time. With the right training and industry knowledge, it's a structured and achievable career pathway for those interested in the field.
The Bachelor of Construction Project Management is typically completed over three years of full-time study. However, at Acknowledge Education, many students enter via a pathway with relevant prior study, such as an Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design (RII60520) and commence from the second year with credit transfer, reducing the overall duration.
The answer to this question depends on your past learning. If you have a relevant prior qualification, such as a Diploma of Civil Construction Design or Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design or related fields, you may be eligible for credit transfer and entry into the second year. Our team will assess your previous qualifications to let you know your eligibility and pathway options.
You'll study a combination of construction management, project planning, cost estimation, contracts and risk management. Learning includes lectures, practical case studies and project-based activities that reflect real-world construction environments and workflows.
After completing this course, you could find yourself working as a Project Manager, Site Manager, Contract Administrator, Estimator or Project Coordinator. The construction project management course is built around the practical and technical skills that matter in real construction and infrastructure environments.
Construction project management offers opportunities to work on infrastructure and building projects while developing leadership and technical skills. The construction sector continues to grow, with ongoing development across residential, commercial and infrastructure projects in Australia. This construction project management course supports your development of practical skills relevant to roles in construction and project delivery.