Building Surveying

Tuition fees are 10,550 AUD per year; the application deadline for the Feb 2027 intake is Feb 6, 2027.

The Associate Degree of Building Surveying is designed for tradespeople looking to elevate their qualifications to a paraprofessional level. This part-time, online program allows you to balance your studies with your current job, making it ideal for those who thrive in practical, hands-on environments. You'll gain essential skills in building legislation, fire safety design, and construction materials, preparing you for a rewarding career in the building industry.

Throughout the course, you will study various subjects, including Building Law & Regulations, Residential Construction, and Building Systems. The curriculum emphasizes real-world applications, enabling you to assess building documentation for compliance and inspect construction works. This practical approach ensures that you are well-prepared to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving industry.

Graduates of this program can pursue roles such as Assistant Building Surveyor, working with local government, private certifiers, and licensing boards. The skills you acquire are transferable across various sectors, allowing for diverse career pathways. This degree also serves as a stepping stone to further studies, such as the Bachelor of Building Surveying and Certification (Honours), enhancing your career prospects even more.

Central Queensland University (CQU) in Rockhampton, Australia, established in 1967, offers a student-centered environment with a strong focus on practical and industry-aligned programs. Serving over 32,700 students, including around 5,000 international students, CQU combines regional strengths with global perspectives across areas such as business, health, engineering, education and environmental science. The university emphasizes experiential learning, work-integrated placements and research that addresses regional and global challenges.

CQUniversity’s campuses provide friendly campus communities, academic support services, and opportunities for internships and local industry engagement. International students benefit from orientation programs, study skills workshops and English language support, plus access to student clubs and wellbeing resources. The Rockhampton campus offers a balance of regional lifestyle and pathways to professionally oriented education with clear links to employers and community partners.

Graduates from CQU are prepared for practical roles in industry, public service and research, often leveraging hands-on experience gained during their studies. Prospective international applicants should explore program accreditation, entry requirements and scholarship options, and contact the international office early to arrange visas, accommodation and transition support for a smooth start in Australia.