Built Environment Program
The Built Environment Program at Victoria University (VU) sits within the College of Sport, Health and Engineering.
We offer professional and practical expertise in building design and construction, so you can gain skills to contribute to the sustainable development of our cities and neighbourhoods. This program area is responsible for supporting and guiding students who are studying architectural design, building surveying, fire safety and project management for construction industry.
Industry partnerships
When you study built environment subjects with Victoria University, you benefit from our industry connections and partnerships.
Courses we offer
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Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)
"Through practical industry subjects, VU gave me the confidence to work as part of a team to support the delivery of large-scale projects and I gained invaluable knowledge from my course which allowed me to stand out, even as an undergrad. "
Our people
Program head: Professor Zora Vrcelj
Discpline leads:
- Building surveying lead: Dr Nima Izadyar
- Architectural design lead: Dr Hing-Wah Chau
- Construction management leads: Dr Melissa Chan (undergraduate), Dr Yanni Bouras (postgraduate)
- Building fire safety lead: Associate Professor Paul Joseph
- Project management lead: Dr Amir Ghapanchi
Course chairs:
- Building surveying program (undergraduate): Dr Nima Izadyar
- Building surveying program (postgraduate): Darryl O'Brien