This program prepares students for careers in a variety of property-related fields.
Students gain a solid foundation in property-related business through courses in marketing, management, accounting, economics, business law and ethics, and research methods. Specialist units develop knowledge in property development, valuation and analysis, town planning, property economics, portfolio management, property law, asset and facilities management, and building studies. Students undertake case studies, fieldwork and projects to enhance professional skills.
- Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
- * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2025 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
- Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
Students gain a solid foundation in property-related business through courses in marketing, management, accounting, economics, business law and ethics, and research methods. Specialist units develop knowledge in property development, valuation and analysis, town planning, property economics, portfolio management, property law, asset and facilities management, and building studies. Students undertake case studies, fieldwork and projects to enhance professional skills.
Post-admission requirements
A construction White Card is required, refer to Special program requirements.
Career opportunities
Development, project management, property and asset management, facilities management, property investment analysis, property valuation, real estate sales and leasing.
Membership
Australian Property Institute; Valuers Registration Board of Queensland; Property Council of Australia; Urban Development Institute of Australia; Australian Institute of Urban Studies.
Students seeking registration with the Valuers Registration Board of Queensland or with the Australian Property Institute for Certified Practising Valuer, Certified Property Practitioner, Certified Property Manager, Certified Asset Manager, Certified Development Practitioner, or Certified Facilities Manager status must satisfy relevant work experience requirements after graduating.
Accreditation
This program is fully accredited with the Australian Property Institute.
Program structure
Program structure
Special program requirements
Construction Industry General Safety Induction (White Card) program is required to be completed by all students prior to Week 4 of the Semester of entry. This half-day training course allows students to meet the requirements of current Queensland Workplace Health and Safety legislation in respect of entry to building sites (as defined within the legislation) and will enable them to participate fully in field trips throughout the program.
This course may be completed online (http://www.ohsa.com.au) or by attendance at one of a number of courses regularly held by the Queensland Masters Builders Association. The full cost of this program requirement is to be borne by the student. The cost of the course in 2009 was in the region of A$70-90.
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete 1 required core course.
- Complete 19 required courses.
- Complete 4 elective courses, 3 must be advanced (200/300 level) elective courses.
- Complete no more than 10 introductory (100 level) courses, including the core course.
- Complete no more than 6 courses from the School of Social Sciences, School of Communication or Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering.
- Register any selected Majors or Minors with Student Administration.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
- When enrolling, refer to the Study Plan.
Core course (1)
1 required course:
Introductory courses (6)
6 required courses:
BUS101
BUS102
BUS104
BUS105
BUS106
PED110
Advanced courses (13)
13 required courses:
BUS203
ENP211
PED120
PED121
PED122
PED210
PED220
PED310
PED311
PED312
PED320
PED321
PED322
Elective courses (4)
Select 4 elective courses,
Up to 4 advanced (200/300 level) electives from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering
TOTAL UNITS 288