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Master of Property Development and Investment

at University of Technology Sydney · Sydney, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

089510J

CRICOS provider code

00099F

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

2 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$87,320 total

Per year

A$43,660/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Property Development and Investment at the University of Technology Sydney is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge and practical skills essential for building a successful career in the property industry. This two-year master's degree explores the spectrum of property development, including feasibility studies, property economics, valuation, finance, and sustainable practices, and integrates investment analysis and risk management strategies relevant to Australia's dynamic property sector.

Delivered over standard Australian semesters, the program consists of structured units of study, each assigned a set number of credit points, which students gradually accumulate towards course completion. The curriculum typically culminates in a capstone project, allowing students to tackle real-world property development challenges and demonstrate their expertise. A notable feature is the emphasis on work-integrated learning; the course leverages close industry links in Sydney, facilitating exposure to current developments, legal frameworks, and commercial practices within the Australian context.

Graduates gain advanced technical and strategic analytical skills. Areas covered include site acquisition, planning law, property markets, financial modelling, sustainability principles, and project delivery. The course is particularly suitable for those with backgrounds in architecture, construction, business, or related fields, as well as mid-career professionals seeking career progression within property development, consulting, finance, or urban policy.

For international students, the course offers valuable benefits: students are eligible for up to 48 hours per fortnight of work rights while studying, and on graduation may qualify for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream, making this an appealing pathway for a professional property career in Australia. Applicants should check official sources and entry criteria for the most current details, including English proficiency requirements.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Property development manager
Investment analyst
Property valuer
Real estate project manager
Asset manager
Consultant in property and urban policy
Property finance executive
Roles in property development firms, real estate investment trusts, consultancy agencies, local government, and financial institutions across Australia's expanding urban markets

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Property Development and Investment at University of Technology Sydney?

It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$87,320 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Property development managerInvestment analystProperty valuerReal estate project managerAsset managerConsultant in property and urban policyProperty finance executiveRoles in property development firms, real estate investment trusts, consultancy agencies, local government, and fi...

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