Bachelor Of Building Surveying in Victoria University, Australia

Bachelor Of Building Surveying in Victoria University

Overview

Develop the skills to become a construction-industry professional with a Bachelor of Building Surveying at Victoria University.

This course will give you solid foundation for a wide range of professional roles in the building and construction industry. You’ll also develop skills and technical knowledge to become a specialist in:

• building and construction legislation and auditing
• inspection procedures
• building codes and regulations
• industry standards in professional practice
• building safety and design including fire safety
• sustainable construction techniques and materials.

The degree will equip you with the qualification needed to work as a registered building surveyor. Building surveyors are responsible for interpreting and enforcing the laws and regulations that control building and construction. With a current shortage of registered building surveyors, you’ll be well placed for a career in Australia’s growing construction industry.

Learning advice

VU’s Learning Hubs are welcoming spaces where you can improve your study and employability skills.

Our students can attend Learning Hubs at one of five VU campuses.

We offer maths, writing, careers and English-language advice, and show you effective ways to study and manage your time.

Our programs include:

• workshops
• drop-in sessions
• peer mentoring
• maths and writing resources
• resume and career guidance.

Careers in building surveying

The building industry has seen significant growth due to factors such as a rising population. Career opportunities for building surveyors have grown dramatically in recent years and are forecast to keep growing. The industry currently faces a huge challenge in addressing a shortage of registered building surveyors.

Our Bachelor of Building Surveying will ensure you are ready to work in construction, professional, scientific and technical services, or public administration and safety.

You’ll be able to operate independently as a professional in this field, while working closely with other disciplines, industry groups and development authorities.

Many surveyors enjoy the benefits of self-employment. Alternatively, you will have the opportunity to work in both the private and public sectors for employers such as:

• building proprietors
• contractors
• developers
• local, state or national government bodies
• consultancy practices.

Building and surveying have some of the highest rates of graduate employment, with 80.6% and 90.7% respectively (GradStats(external link)). Over the next five years, the number of job openings for architectural, building and surveying technicians is expected to be above average 

Salary

Architectural, building and surveying technicians in Australia earn an average of $81,536 per year.

Know more about Studying in Australia

Tuition Fees in Australia (1st Year Average)	BE/Btech: AUD 29109 | MBA: AUD 35139 | MS: AUD 36803 | BBA: AUD 28693 | MEng: AUD 39298 | BSc: AUD 34307 | MIM: AUD 39298 | MFin: AUD 35347 | MArch: AUD 37218 | BHM: AUD 28693 | MIS: AUD 35347 | MEM: AUD 43040
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Australia	AUD 1680 Per Month Approx
Entrance Exams in Australia	TOEFL: 77 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 57 | GRE: 300 | GMAT: 600
Work and Study in Australia	Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in Australia	2 Year after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in Australia	AUD 620
Student Visa in Australia	The subclasses for the visa were reduced to two from the eight for convenience. The two visa subclasses are Subclass 500 (for students) and Subclass 590 (For Student Guardian).
Intakes in Australia	There are Two Main Intakes in Australia: February and July.
Top Job Sectors in Australia	Health Care and Social Assiastance, Construction, Education, Manufacturing, Public Administration and Safety, Transport & Logistics, etc.
Economy in Australia	1.7% (2019e) 2.3% (2020e), 10th Largest in the World by Nominal