Bachelor of Construction (Construction Management)
Construction
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
A three-year degree enabling graduates to become leaders in the construction industry, focusing on the management of construction projects from small residential to large commercial builds.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Madras Street Campus, Christchurch
It will take a total of 3 years
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Develop technical construction skills
Apply foundational and advanced knowledge to manage construction projects effectively including residential, commercial, and complex builds.
Lead and manage construction teams
Demonstrate leadership and management abilities in construction environments, including project management, site safety, and organisational behaviour.
Utilise industry tools and systems
Employ industry-standard tools such as BIM, estimation software, and project management systems for construction planning and delivery.
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Construction (Construction Management) equips students with high-level skills in construction management, preparing them to lead, innovate, and contribute to the built environment. The programme flows from foundational knowledge in small residential projects to complex commercial builds and multifaceted projects. Learners develop technical, managerial, and research competencies, including sustainable practices and cultural considerations. The degree is designed to meet the needs of students aiming for professional roles in construction management domestically and internationally.
Course Content
- Building Services
- Construction - Residential
- Environment
- Materials
- Site Safety and Quality Assurance
- Site Analysis
- Estimation - Residential
- Building Law
- Geotechnical Engineering 1
- Applied Employment Law
- Organisational Behaviour
- Principles of Leadership
- Project Management
- Sustainable Rating Tools and Natural Materials
- Construction - Commercial
- Enterprise Solutions Deployment
- IT Service Management
- Introduction to Enterprise Solutions Architecture
- Site Management
- Method Statements - Commercial
- Planning - Commercial
- BIM - Automation Modelling
- Financial Administration
- Programming - Commercial
- Procurement
- Research Methods
- Water and Waste Management
- Advanced Project Management
- Building Information Modelling (BIM)
- Complex Construction
- Design Construction Integration
- Advanced Contracting
- Industry Project 1
- Industry Project 2
What you need to know first
New Zealand University Entrance: NCEA Level 3 (60 credits at level 3 and 20 credits at level 2 or higher) including 14 credits at Level 3 in each of three approved subjects, 10 credits in Literacy at Level 2 or above, and 12 credits in Mathematics at Level 2 or above (excluding Statistics).
New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) in Ara Construction and Architectural Studies Pathway or equivalent.
Alternative entry available based on equivalent skills for tertiary study gained through work and/or life experience.
If not English first language: Overall IELTS 6.0 Academic (no band under 5.5) or equivalent.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Construction
Project Management
Property Development
Future employment opportunities might be
Construction manager
Project manager
Site manager
Estimator
Construction consultant
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