Graduate Certificate in Building Surveying

Are you a professional in the construction and building industry looking to advance your career?

This qualification will help you make the move into building surveying.

Your studies will deepen your understanding of the construction industry and its key stakeholders, and provide you with insight into building surveying.

You will focus on building processes and technology, construction law, and building regulations and codes.

This qualification is available online only.

The graduate certificate is a pathway into the Graduate Diploma in Building Surveying which fulfils the educational requirements for Building Surveyor level accreditation by the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors.

Entry requirements

In this graduate certificate you will develop a broad understanding of the construction industry and an insight into building surveying. Your courses will cover topics such as:

• process and technology
• the Australian legal system and key principles of construction law
• assessment and analysis of structures in buildings and the behaviour of the materials used in these structures
• building regulations and codes

For each course you study, you will need to allocate time for various classes such as lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and practicals. Plus you will need additional hours to study in your own time to complete assignments, readings and projects and contribute to online discussion forums. So as a general rule, if you are studying full-time you would need to allocate 12 – 26 hours of study when at university and 14 – 28 hours of independent study per week.

Your studies at UniSA will incorporate both practical, professionally-focused and research-based learning, so assessment types will vary. You can expect them to include:

This qualification has been developed by academics and researchers with strong industry associations, in consultation with our industry partners. It is contemporary, relevant to today’s workplaces and respected by employers and industry.

The skills and knowledge you develop will have immediate practical application to your everyday working life.

This degree is offered online. This means that you:

Your career

Careers to consider:

• building surveyor: ensuring buildings are safe to occupy, energy efficient, accessible and meet all legal requirements as a statutory responsibility; assessing, certifying and inspecting building works; working in design, fire safety, energy efficiency and access solutions; supporting the legal process as educators and expert witnesses
• estimator: compiling cost estimates based on variables such as labour, materials and equipment; working out how much a project is likely to cost and creating budgets; analysing different quotes from sub-contractors and suppliers
• construction planner: developing time plans on construction projects so the project is completed safely, on time and within budget; thinking critically; working with managers and engineers to discuss progress and address issues that arise; organising the stages of construction development

Applying to study with us:

• go to the top of this page and make note of the SATAC code, then click Apply
• you will be redirected through to the SATAC website to continue your application

Our campuses have fantastic facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, workshops, laboratories, tech zones, and areas that simulate real work environments. You’ll also find student gyms and campus sport activities to keep you active. We also offer flexible study options, with online resources available for accessing lecture recordings, virtual classrooms, library resources and learning support.

Adelaide has a variety of accommodation options to suit different requirements and budgets. Options include dedicated student accommodation or private rentals. See our long-term accommodation pages for plenty of options. If you need somewhere to live, our new student accommodation by urbanest is on Bank Street in Adelaide’s lively cultural precinct, a perfect location for students. It is within easy reach of UniSA’s city and metropolitan campuses, Rundle Mall shopping, the Central Market, Chinatown, and the West End’s vibrant nightlife. It is also across the road from the Adelaide train station, and on bus and tram routes.

Our student support services can make your life at university easier. We provide a full range of support services including academic and personal counselling. You can also access a range of services through our students association, USASA. When you become a UniSA student you can contact Campus Central for help with anything related to your degree. They will help you with your enrolment, ID cards, fees, timetables and any other questions you might have.

We have six campuses in metropolitan and regional areas, each with advanced facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, laboratories, and areas that simulate real work environments.