Whether you’re interested in building surveying, architectural design, construction or project management, we have the built environment course to launch your career – from TAFE, degree and postgraduate studies.
Gain a combination of learned and practical expertise in building design and construction, and contribute to the development of our future cities and neighbourhoods.
Focus your interest in Built environment
Bachelor degrees (undergraduate)
Bachelor of Building Design
Duration
3 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Develop an independent and creative approach to building design with a Bachelor of Building Design at Victoria University (VU).
Bachelor of Building Surveying
Gain the vital skills and knowledge to become an in-demand building surveyor with a Bachelor of Building Surveying at Victoria University (VU).
Duration
3 years
Campus
Online Real Time
Delivery mode
Online Real Time
Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)
Duration
4 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Build your skills and confidence to take a leading role in large-scale building and civil-engineering projects with a Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) at Victoria University.
Undergraduate certificate
Undergraduate Certificate in Architectural Design
Launch a creative career in building design with the Undergraduate Certificate in Architectural Design from Victoria University.
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Building Surveying
Develop your industry skills in building surveying and prepare for success, with a Graduate Certificate in Building Surveying from Victoria University.
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
Online Real Time
Delivery mode
Online Real Time
Graduate Diploma in Building Surveying
Become a building surveyor, with in-demand expertise in building regulations, construction compliance and inspection processes, with a Graduate Diploma in Building Surveying from Victoria University.
Duration
1 year
Campus
Online Real Time
Delivery mode
Online Real Time
Graduate Certificate in Construction Project Management
Learn the fundamentals of project management for the construction industry, and prepare for an in-demand career, with the Graduate Certificate in Construction Project Management at Victoria University.
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Master of Engineering
Duration
2 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Gain specialised skills in electrical power, telecommunications, or civil engineering and aim for a top engineering career with the Master of Engineering from Victoria University.
Graduate Certificate in Performance-Based Building & Fire Codes
Duration
1 year
Campus
Online Real Time
Delivery mode
Online Real Time
Take the next step in your career and improve your knowledge of building surveying and design and approval of performance-based building, in light of national and international fire codes.
Graduate Certificate in Project Management
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Learn the fundamental skills of project management and for a rewarding, in-demand career with the Graduate Certificate in Project Management.
Graduate Diploma in Project Management
Duration
1 year
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Prepare for a rewarding project-management role, or learn new skills for your current project-management position, with a graduate qualification from VU.
Master of Project Management
Duration
2 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Gain a diverse and in-demand skillset for a rewarding project-management career when you study the Master of Project Management at Victoria University.
TAFE certificates & diplomas
Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) CPC50220
Become a highly-skilled building project manager with a Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) CPC50220 at Victoria University (VU).
Campus
Online, Sunshine
Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) 22627VIC
Open the door to a creative and rewarding career designing buildings, with an Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) 22627VIC at Victoria University.
Campus
Sunshine
Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying CPC60121
Develop expert knowledge to qualify as a Building Surveyor (Level 2) with an Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying CPC60121 at Victoria University (VU).
Campus
Sunshine
Certificate II in Engineering Studies 22632VIC
This hands-on course is designed for people looking to enter an engineering apprenticeship or who are already doing some engineering work and would like to gain accreditation and a pathway to a full apprenticeship.
Campus
Sunshine
Certificate IV in Industrial Automation and Control UEE43220
Develop skills in setting up and maintaining automated equipment and systems with a Certificate IV in Industrial Automation and Control from VU Polytechnic.
Campus
Sunshine
Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services CPC40920
Campus
Sunshine
Gain the knowledge and skills to become a licensed plumber with a Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services CPC40920 at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Certificate III in Plumbing CPC32420
Campus
Sunshine
Get the training and support needed to gain your plumbing qualification with a Certificate III in Plumbing CPC32420 at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Short courses
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) THACF
If you are a licenced electrician, complete your mandatory training with the free THACF Continuing Professional Development (CPD) at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Duration
1 day
Campus
Sunshine
Delivery mode
Face to Face with eLearning
Domestic Builders Limited TNABY
Gain expertise needed to manage the building approval application process, with the Domestic Builders Limited TNABY course at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Duration
10 weeks
Campus
Sunshine
Delivery mode
Face to Face with eLearning
Can't find your course?
Studying built environment at VU
At Victoria University (VU), we want you to follow your passion and excel in the industry you've always dreamed of.
We're one of Australia's most industry-connected institutions, and are one of the top 2% of universities in the world.
You'll learn from leading industry professionals who combine theory with practice to prepare you for your career from day one.
We have thousands of connections that inform our courses and provide the practical placements that are so important to you launching your career. Partners include Engineers Australia, Builders Academy, Greater Western Water, AECOM, Transurban, Australian Defence Force and more.
Careers
Our built environment courses can lead to a variety of careers including:
- property development
- project management
- construction management
- building surveying
- building certification
- facilities management
- building supervising, estimating.
