Bachelor of Construction

Construction

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AUT

Develop robust industry-relevant skills for a career as a construction manager or quantity surveyor with AUT's Bachelor of Construction, a fully accredited programme designed to prepare graduates for professional roles in the construction industry.

NZ$8,918

inc GST

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NZQA Level 7 Certification (360 Credits)

Study Level

Advanced

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

City Campus, Auckland

It will take a total of 3 years

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Develop industry-relevant construction skills

Gain practical and theoretical knowledge required for roles in construction management or quantity surveying.

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Undertake supervised construction work experience

Complete at least 600 hours of planned, supervised work experience relevant to the construction sector.

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Demonstrate professional and leadership competencies

Apply leadership, work practices, and people management skills through required minors and practical components.

What You're Signing Up For

The Bachelor of Construction at AUT prepares students for vital roles in the construction sector, such as construction manager and quantity surveyor. The degree combines essential technical, management, and professional skills required by the construction industry. Students can specialize in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying, and must complete core construction courses, a professional practice minor, supervised work experience, and either a second minor or elective courses. The degree is internationally recognized and fully accredited by industry bodies.

Course Content

  • Core construction courses (construction processes and practices)
  • Construction Integration Specialisation Project
  • Major specialisation (Construction Management or Quantity Surveying)
  • Professional Practice minor (work practices, processes, leadership, people management)
  • Supervised work experience (minimum 600 hours)
  • Optional second minor or elective courses in construction or other disciplines

What you need to know first

University Entrance (NZ secondary school qualification) or equivalent international qualification

English language: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall with all bands 5.5 or higher, or equivalent

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Construction

  • Building and Infrastructure

  • Property Development

  • Surveying

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Construction Manager

  • Quantity Surveyor

  • Project Manager

  • Building Surveyor

  • Estimator