If you're an international student interested in studying building and construction, our work-focussed bachelor degree qualifications will help start your career in the ever-growing construction industry.
Bachelor degrees (undergraduate)
Bachelor of Building Design
Fees
Intakes
Develop an independent and creative approach to building design and learn about the cultural, social, technical and sustainable issues that are associated with the built environment.
2023: A$16,400*
* fee per semester
2023: February, May, July
Campus
Footscray Park
Duration
3 years
Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)
Fees
Intakes
Take a leading role in exciting, large-scale building construction with VU's Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours).You’ll learn all the skills needed to manage residential, commercial and industrial projects.
2023: A$16,400*
* fee per semester
2023: February, May, July
Campus
Footscray Park
Duration
4 years
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Architectural Engineering)
Fees
Intakes
Launch your career as an architectural engineer with the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Architectural Engineering) at Victoria University.
2023: A$18,800*
* fee per semester
2023: February, May, July
Campus
Footscray Park
Duration
4 years
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil Engineering)
Intakes
Prepare for a career designing practical and sustainable community infrastructure, with a degree in civil engineering from VU.
Fees
2023: A$18,800*
* fee per semester
2023: February, May, July
Campus
Footscray Park
Duration
4 years
Postgraduate
Master of Engineering
Fees
Intakes
Gain specialised skills in electrical power, telecommunications, or civil engineering and aim for a top engineering career with the Master of Engineering from Victoria University.
2023: A$19,400*
* fee per semester
2023: February, May, July
Campus
Footscray Park
Duration
2 years
Postgraduate research
Master of Applied Research
Fees
Intakes
Gain a solid foundation in research methods before undertaking a thesis related to 'sustainable and liveable cities'. This masters allows bachelor-degree graduates in any discipline to undertake a research degree.
2022: A$13,100 - A$17,000* per semester.
*Depending on field of research (see How to Apply below).
2022: February & July
Campus
City Campus, Footscray Park, St Albans, Werribee
Duration
2 years
Doctor of Philosophy
Fees
Intakes
Complete your PhD in a research community dedicated to improving our cities and communities through scientific, technological and social innovation.
2022: A$14,900 to A$17,300* per semester.
*Depending on field of research (see How to Apply below)
2022: February & August
Campus
City Campus, Footscray Park, St Albans, Werribee
Duration
4 years
Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated)
Fees
Intakes
Victoria University's integrated program offers research training, creating an alternative path to a PhD in the areas of sustainability and liveable communities.
2022: A$14,900 to A$17,000* per semester.
*Depending on field of research (see How to Apply below)
2022: February & July
Campus
City Campus, Footscray Park, St Albans, Werribee
Duration
4 years
Master of Research
Fees
Intakes
Complete a Master of Research in 18 months related to sustainable cities and industries, in a broad range of disciplines. This program is tailored to graduates with a related bachelor degree, or an honours degree in a different discipline.
2022: A$13,100 - A$17,300* per semester.
*Depending on field of research (see How to Apply below).
2022: February & July
Campus
City Campus, Footscray Park, St Albans, Werribee
Duration
1.5 years
TAFE certificates & diplomas
Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) CPC50220
Intakes
Develop the skills to manage a wide range of building projects with a Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) CPC50220 at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Fees
2023: A$7,077*
* fee per semester
2023: January, July
Campus
Sunshine
Duration
Short courses
English for Academic Purposes (EAP) VNEAP
EAP is a university and TAFE preparation course. It is designed for students with upper intermediate to advanced levels of English who want to gain admission to an Australian TAFE, undergraduate or postgraduate course.
Campus
City Campus
Duration
1000 hours
Can't find your course?
Studying building & construction at VU
At Victoria University (VU), we want you to follow your passion and excel in the industry you've always dreamed of.
We're one of Australia's most industry-connected institutions, and are one of the top 3% of universities in the world.
You'll learn from leading industry professionals who combine theory with practice to prepare you for your career from day one.
Careers
Many of our graduates gain employment in the following industries:
- bricklaying
- building and construction
- electrical
- engineering
- plumbing
- signage
- surveying
- welding.
Colleges & schools
Our building and construction courses are delivered by various colleges and schools across different VU campuses.
