Whether you’re interested in building surveying, design, construction or project management, we have the built environment course to launch your career – from TAFE, degree and postgraduate studies.

Gain a combination of learned and practical expertise in building design and construction, and contribute to the development of our future cities and neighbourhoods.

 

Bachelor of Building Design

Develop an independent and creative approach to building design with a Bachelor of Building Design at Victoria University (VU).

Duration 3 years Campus Footscray Park Delivery mode In person
Bachelor of Building Surveying
Gain the vital skills and knowledge to become an in-demand building surveyor with a Bachelor of Building Surveying at Victoria University (VU).
Duration 3 years Campus Online Real Time Delivery mode Online Real Time
Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)

Build your skills and confidence to take a leading role in large-scale building and civil-engineering projects with a Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) at Victoria University.

Duration 4 years Campus Footscray Park Delivery mode In person

Undergraduate Certificate in Architectural Design
Launch a creative career in building design with the Undergraduate Certificate in Architectural Design from Victoria University.
Duration 0.5 years Campus Footscray Park Delivery mode In person

Graduate Certificate in Building Surveying
Develop your industry skills in building surveying and prepare for success, with a Graduate Certificate in Building Surveying from Victoria University.
Duration 0.5 years Campus Online Real Time Delivery mode Online Real Time
Graduate Diploma in Building Surveying
Become a building surveyor, with in-demand expertise in building regulations, construction compliance and inspection processes, with a Graduate Diploma in Building Surveying from Victoria University.
Duration 1 year Campus Online Real Time Delivery mode Online Real Time
Graduate Certificate in Construction Project Management
Learn the fundamentals of project management for the construction industry, and prepare for an in-demand career, with the Graduate Certificate in Construction Project Management at Victoria University.
Duration 0.5 years Campus Footscray Park Delivery mode In person
Master of Engineering

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.

Duration 2 years Campus Footscray Park Delivery mode In person
Graduate Certificate in Performance-Based Building & Fire Codes

Take the next step in your career and improve your knowledge of building surveying and design and approval of performance-based building, in light of national and international fire codes.

Duration 1 year Campus Online Real Time Delivery mode Online Real Time
Graduate Certificate in Project Management

Learn the fundamental skills of project management and for a rewarding, in-demand career with the Graduate Certificate in Project Management.

Duration 0.5 years Campus Footscray Park Delivery mode In person
Graduate Diploma in Project Management

Prepare for a rewarding project-management role, or learn new skills for your current project-management position, with a graduate qualification from VU.

Duration 1 year Campus Footscray Park Delivery mode In person
Master of Project Management

Gain a diverse and in-demand skillset for a rewarding project-management career when you study the Master of Project Management at Victoria University.

Duration 2 years Campus Footscray Park Delivery mode In person

Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) CPC50220
Become a highly-skilled building project manager with a Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) CPC50220 at Victoria University (VU).
Campus Online, Sunshine
Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) 22627VIC
Open the door to a creative and rewarding career designing buildings, with an Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) 22627VIC at Victoria University.
Campus Sunshine
Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying CPC60121
Develop expert knowledge to qualify as a Building Surveyor (Level 2) with an Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying CPC60121 at Victoria University (VU).
Campus Sunshine
Certificate II in Engineering Studies 22632VIC
This hands-on course is designed for people looking to enter an engineering apprenticeship or who are already doing some engineering work and would like to gain accreditation and a pathway to a full apprenticeship.
Campus Sunshine
Certificate IV in Industrial Automation and Control UEE43220
Develop skills in setting up and maintaining automated equipment and systems with a Certificate IV in Industrial Automation and Control from VU Polytechnic.
Campus Sunshine
Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services CPC40920

Gain the knowledge and skills to become a licensed plumber with a Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services CPC40920 at Victoria University Polytechnic.

Campus Sunshine
Certificate III in Plumbing CPC32420

Get the training and support needed to gain your plumbing qualification with a Certificate III in Plumbing CPC32420 at Victoria University Polytechnic.

Campus Sunshine

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) THACF
If you are a licenced electrician, complete your mandatory training with the free THACF Continuing Professional Development (CPD) at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Duration 1 day Campus Sunshine Delivery mode Face to Face with eLearning
Domestic Builders Limited TNABY
Gain expertise needed to manage the building approval application process, with the Domestic Builders Limited TNABY course at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Duration 10 weeks Campus Sunshine Delivery mode Face to Face with eLearning

Studying built environment 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 2% 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.

We have thousands of connections that inform our courses and provide the practical placements that are so important to you launching your career. Partners include Engineers Australia, Builders Academy, Greater Western Water, AECOM, Transurban, Australian Defence Force and more.

Careers

Our built environment courses can lead to a variety of careers including:

  • property development
  • project management
  • construction management
  • building surveying
  • building certification
  • facilities management
  • building supervising, estimating.