Master of Construction Practice (Professional)
Master of Construction Practice (Professional)
Bond’s Master of Construction Practice (Professional) is designed specifically for international students to equip graduates with the essential knowledge, understanding and versatile skill-set fundamental to the successful management of complex construction projects. With a program designed in close consultation with prominent professional industry boards and delivered in collaboration by both…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Bond’s Master of Construction Practice (Professional) is designed specifically for international students to equip graduates with the essential knowledge, understanding and versatile skill-set fundamental to the successful management of complex construction projects.
With a program designed in close consultation with prominent professional industry boards and delivered in collaboration by both academics and industry professionals, students will learn about the latest techniques and technologies in a mix of learning environments from the classroom to practical experiences incorporating industry guest involvement, skills sessions, projects, and practical assessment pieces replicating workplace tasks.
Graduates will gain a professionally recognised qualification to stand out in the construction industry.
The ‘Professional’ component of the degree involves an additional 20 weeks to the Master of Construction Practice program. This will enable students to develop their work-ready skills, by expanding analytic and strategic thinking capabilities through self-analysis and developing communication skills through practical experience.
The Master of Construction Practice covers a comprehensive range of subjects in the field of construction practice, focusing on the management and delivery of complex construction projects. The curriculum addresses a range of topics including building structures and soil mechanics, construction technology, construction techniques, plant and equipment, contract administration, building measurement, finance and cost planning, project management, refurbishment and retrofitting and risks.
The ’Professional’ component of the degree involves an additional 20 weeks to the Master of Construction Practice program. This component enables students to develop their work ready skills to expand their analytic and strategic thinking capabilities through self analysis focused on work place outcomes and context. It also provides practical experience for students to appreciate the requirements of an industry workplace and develop their communication skills to improve their employability.
Students will undertake either a Work Placement in Australia (210 hours) OR a complete Professional Program (210 hours) that offers students a mix of classroom learning and practical experiences incorporating skills sessions, industry guest involvement, projects and practical assessment pieces replicating workplace tasks.
What can you do with your degree?
Construction is a fast paced and evolving industry. As one of the largest economic sectors, the construction industry seeks graduates with distinctive skills, knowledge, and practical experience across a variety of fields. Our offerings will equip you with the necessary knowledge to deliver complex construction projects for the best chance at success in your chosen career. Our programs are designed to provide you with access to a wide range of career pathways including building and construction management, contract administration, site management, facilities management, building services, quantity surveying, property development, project management, cost management and general management.
Program learning outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge, skills and abilities that will be achieved on completion of the program. These outcomes will help you determine whether this program aligns with your professional pathway, career and learning goals.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Bond University is a private university located on the Gold Coast, Queensland. It was established in 1989. Bond provides students with a high-quality, individualised study experience. Students learn under the mentorship of world-class, industry leading academics, and receive a fast-paced, well-rounded education with unparalleled access to resources and professional development opportunities. For 16 years, Bond has stood strong as Australia’s number one university for student experience (according to the Good Universities Guide). The university offers programs in the fields of Actuarial Science and Data Analytics; Architecture; Business and Tourism Management; Commerce and Entrepreneurship; Communication, Film and Creative Media; Construction, Property and Planning; Health, Biomedical and Sport Sciences; International Relations, Politics and Arts; Law; Medicine; Project Management and Innovation; Psychology, Criminology and Social Sciences. The university awards bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees in various fields.
