Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)

The Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) at RMIT University in Melbourne prepares students for coordinating and delivering construction projects in the Australian context. Over four years of full-time study, students complete structured units that cover project management, construction law, cost planning, building technology, and site operations. Practical learning runs throughout the course—expect site visits, industry case studies, and work-integrated learning with local employers.

Each year, students undertake units worth credit points that accumulate towards the qualification. The final year is commonly focused on a capstone or honours research project. This allows students to investigate a complex issue within construction management, drawing on skills developed in earlier years, including contract administration, stakeholder communication, and technical documentation.

In line with Australian industry needs, the course includes work-integrated learning placing students in real construction environments to apply their knowledge. Melbourne’s strong building sector offers opportunities to connect with contractors, developers, and project consultancies. Throughout, students build both leadership and teamwork abilities that are highly sought after by employers.

This degree suits those interested in managing large-scale projects from concept to completion, who enjoy a mix of technical tasks and people management. It's suitable for recent school leavers as well as those with a trades or technical background aiming to advance their career in supervisory or management roles.

• Construction Manager
• Project Manager (Construction)
• Site Manager
• Quantity Surveyor
• Construction Estimator
• Contract Administrator
• Roles in Australian building and infrastructure organisations, government departments, and major construction firms