CU65 Bachelor of Building Design

In order to complete this course, you must:

  1. Complete the core structure

Core Structure

Number of units: 24 Total credit points: 144

Students study the course by distance education. Progression is based on an assumed maximum loading of 12 units of credit. Students should note prerequisite requirements and unit availability when formulating and nominating their study load for the year. Units are offered annually. It is suggested that units be studied as shown in the recommended course study schedule. The loading may be varied to balance work and family commitments. If assistance is required, contact the Course Advisor. Students should actively seek employment in the building industry.

Prospective students should note that exemptions from units within the course may be given where their previous study at AQF certificate IV level or higher and relevant industry licensing fully meets the learning outcomes of a unit. Students should not enrol into a unit where they are seeking an exemption.

Note: Refer to the unit Handbook's More Details tab for the link to the recommended course study schedule.

Exit or interim awards

After completing levels 1 and 2 within the course, students may exit with CL57- Diploma of Building Studies or CC01- Associate Degree of Building Design or, apply for an interim award of the CC01. Formal application must be made to the Course Advisor to initiate the process.

Level 1 - 8 compulsory units



Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
BLAR11056 Introduction to Hand and Digital Drawing
BLAR11033 Building Materials 1
BLAR11039 Building Law & Regulations
BLAR11043 Building Systems and Services 1
BLAR11045 Built Environment 1
BLAR11049 Built Environment Communication and Skills
BLAR11050 Residential Construction
BLAR11051 Construction Legislation 1

Level 2 - 8 compulsory units

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
BLAR12036 Building Design 1
BLAR12041 Building Materials 2
BLAR12050 Contract Documentation
BLAR12052 Geotechnical Studies
BLAR12053 Professional Practice
BLAR12054 Structural Design Processes
BLAR12055 History and Theory of Building Design
BLAR12057 Commercial Construction

Level 3 - 8 compulsory units

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
BLAR13035 Building Contract Administration
BLAR13037 Building Design 2
BLAR13044 Building Systems and Services 2
BLAR13046 Built Environment 2
BLAR13051 Design Documentation
BLAR13052 Spatial Design Theory and Application
BLAR13053 Urban Design and Development
BLAR13054 Complex Construction