This course produces graduates capable of designing, documenting and providing contract administration for residential and commercial buildings.
Building designers provide design solutions for residential and commercial buildings and work for design, architecture, planning, building or engineering firms, government departments, and corporations with a large building portfolio.
Duration | 5 years part-time |
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Credit Points that Must be Earned | 144 |
Number of Units Required | CQUniversity uses the concept of credits to express the amount of study required for a particular course and individual units. The number of units varies between courses. Units in undergraduate courses normally consist of 6 points of credit or multiples thereof (e.g. 12, 18, 24). |
Expected Hours of Study | One point of credit is equivalent to an expectation of approximately two hours of student work per week in a term. |
Course Type | Undergraduate Award |
Qualification (post nominal) | BBldgDes |
AQF Level | Level 7: Bachelor Degree |
Course Fees |
Indicative Year - 2024
Indicative Year - 2023
Indicative Year - 2022
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Domestic Students Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes |
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International Students CRICOS Codes |
Not Applicable |
Rank Threshold | SR 66 | ATAR 66 |
English Language Proficiency Requirements
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.
Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:
completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.
If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:
English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.
If you are an International student, visit our International students webpage for further information.
Each student will be assessed individually.
Interim Awards | CC01 - Associate Degree of Building Design |
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Exit Awards | CL57 - Diploma of Building Studies CC01 - Associate Degree of Building Design |
Accreditation |
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No Residential School for this course.
Not applicable |
Year | Number of Students |
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2024 | 77 |
2023 | 84 |
2022 | 90 |
2021 | 89 |
2020 | 85 |
Please note that in some instances there may be similarities between course, entry and inherent requirements.
If you experience difficulties meeting these requirements, reasonable adjustments may be made upon contacting accessibility@cqu.edu.au. Adjustment must not compromise the academic integrity of the degree or course chosen at CQUniversity or the legal requirements of field education.
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Course Learning Outcomes | ||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | ||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | ||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | ||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | ||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | ||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
Number of units: 24 | Total credit points: 144 |
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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 | ||
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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 | ||
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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 | ||
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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 |
Articulation and Credit Transfer
To be eligible for a credit transfer, students must have completed
relevant study at Certificate IV level or above within the past 10 years.
Please refer to the Credit Transfer/RPL website for further
information. Students can apply for direct credit against CQUniversity units,
if equivalent tertiary level study has been completed. Students must supply
relevant documentation (study guides, unit profiles, etc) to do this. If your
study was undertaken more than 10 years ago, you may not be eligible to apply
for this as credit.
Computing Requirements
It is a requirement of enrolment in this course that students have
access to the CQUniversity website. It is strongly recommended that students
have access to a broadband connection or higher to access online student
resources that would include but not limited to, email, internet, video
streaming, electronic assessment submission.
Degree with distinction
Students, who achieve an overall GPA of 6.0 and above at the completion
of the course, based on their first attempt of the units, will be awarded a
degree with distinction.
Study Schedule
To assist with unit selection, refer to the recommended course study
schedule found here.