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Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
March, October
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Duration
0.5 years full-time
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Location
Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Online, Perth, Sydney
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Placement
No
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ATAR
Not applicable
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Inherent Requirements
No Learn more
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score 6.5
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
GradCertConPrac
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Course code
1008570
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Credit points
48
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Equivalent units
4
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Scholarships
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Indicative fee
Please note, some locations may not have all intake periods available. See the full availability details for further information.
International snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
0.5 years full-time
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Location
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Placement
No
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ATAR
Not applicable
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Inherent Requirements
No Learn more
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score 6.5
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
GradCertConPrac
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Course code
1008570
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Credit points
48
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Equivalent units
4
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Scholarships
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Indicative fee
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CRICOS
Please note, some locations may not have all intake periods available. See the full availability details for further information.
Overview
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"This course gives students a clear understandng of how the construction sector operates today and where it's heading. Students learn the tools, processes and problem-solving approaches that professionals rely on every day."
The Southern Cross Model is a game-changer in higher education study.
Our students now engage in shorter, six-week unit structures designed around immersive and interactive learning experiences. The shorter unit structure gives students a greater sense of momentum as they achieve milestones quickly, resulting in increased student success rates, and course and teacher satisfaction. Lectures are a thing of the past - students will be engaged in active, interactive and discussion-based learning.
On-campus students experience a variety of teaching approaches including lectures, tutorials, online activities and video-linked or podcast virtual classes.
Our online study option is highly interactive and may include a combination of podcast or video-linked lectures, electronic study materials, workshops, online discussion forums and virtual classes.
The method of teaching and assessment may vary from unit to unit.
Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes (GA).
| Course Learning Outcome |
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GA1: Intellectual rigour CLO1: Explain construction management principles, including project planning, procurement, and delivery methods within diverse regulatory, environmental, and cultural contexts. CLO2: Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyse construction project challenges and propose effective, evidence-based solutions. CLO5: Evaluate sustainability, risk, and safety strategies in construction projects to support resilient, ethical, and culturally respectful outcomes. |
GA2: Creativity CLO2: Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyse construction project challenges and propose effective, evidence-based solutions. CLO5: Evaluate sustainability, risk, and safety strategies in construction projects to support resilient, ethical, and culturally respectful outcomes. CLO6: Reflect on professional practice and learning to support continuous improvement, ethical leadership, and career development in the construction industry. |
GA3: Ethical practice CLO3: Interpret and apply relevant legislation, standards, and ethical frameworks to ensure responsible, inclusive, and professional conduct in construction practice. CLO5: Evaluate sustainability, risk, and safety strategies in construction projects to support resilient, ethical, and culturally respectful outcomes. CLO6: Reflect on professional practice and learning to support continuous improvement, ethical leadership, and career development in the construction industry. |
GA4: Knowledge of a discipline CLO1: Explain construction management principles, including project planning, procurement, and delivery methods within diverse regulatory, environmental, and cultural contexts. CLO2: Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyse construction project challenges and propose effective, evidence-based solutions. CLO3: Interpret and apply relevant legislation, standards, and ethical frameworks to ensure responsible, inclusive, and professional conduct in construction practice. |
GA5: Lifelong learning CLO4: Communicate effectively and professionally with diverse stakeholders using appropriate technical, interpersonal, and digital communication strategies. CLO6: Reflect on professional practice and learning to support continuous improvement, ethical leadership, and career development in the construction industry. |
GA6: Communication and social skills CLO4: Communicate effectively and professionally with diverse stakeholders using appropriate technical, interpersonal, and digital communication strategies. CLO5: Evaluate sustainability, risk, and safety strategies in construction projects to support resilient, ethical, and culturally respectful outcomes. CLO6: Reflect on professional practice and learning to support continuous improvement, ethical leadership, and career development in the construction industry. |
GA7: Cultural competence CLO1: Explain construction management principles, including project planning, procurement, and delivery methods within diverse regulatory, environmental, and cultural contexts. CLO5: Evaluate sustainability, risk, and safety strategies in construction projects to support resilient, ethical, and culturally respectful outcomes. CLO6: Reflect on professional practice and learning to support continuous improvement, ethical leadership, and career development in the construction industry. |
| Location | Teaching period |
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| Brisbane | Term 1, Term 5 |
| Gold Coast | Term 1, Term 5 |
| Melbourne | Term 1, Term 5 |
| Perth | Term 1, Term 5 |
| Sydney | Term 1, Term 5 |
| Online | Term 1 |
Career Outcomes
Requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.
Entry requirements
Language requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows. Don’t meet the English language requirements? View our English language programs.
| Category | Score |
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| Overall | 6.5 |
| Listening | minimum 6.0 |
| Speaking | minimum 6.0 |
| Reading | minimum 6.0 |
| Writing | minimum 6.0 |
Course requirements
To be eligible to receive the Graduate Certificate in Construction Practice, students must complete the 4 core units (48 credit points) as specified in the Course Progression.
Students who complete this degree can gain entry into Southern Cross University’s Master of Construction Practice Degree.
Other things to consider
Credit for Prior Learning, also referred to as ‘Advanced Standing’ or Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL), is the process of looking at your prior study and/or experience to assess if you can be awarded academic credit or gain entry to a course on the basis of your existing knowledge and skills.
Course structure
Why study Engineering at Southern Cross University
Industry connections
Strong industry connections for work placement and networking
Pathway to further study
Successful completion of this course provides entry into the Master of Construction Practice
Go global
Join a career with global job opportunities
Fees and Scholarships
Domestic students
You are a domestic student if you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, New Zealand citizen, or Australian humanitarian visa holder. Your course will either be a Commonwealth Supported Place or a full fee-paying place. This is noted in the course snapshot.
Commonwealth Supported Places:
In a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), the Government pays some of your fees and you pay the rest as the Student Contribution Amount (SCA).
SCA is calculated per unit, not per course. Eligible students can defer the SCA through a HECS-HELP loan.
Full Fee-Paying Places:
A full fee-paying place is where you pay the full (unsubsidised) tuition fee for your course. Eligible students can defer the payment of their tuition fees through the FEE-HELP scheme (including employer-reserved places for The Hotel School courses).
Also known as SSAF, the Student Services and Amenities Fee is a compulsory fee for most students used to provide important services and amenities to students both on and off campus. It’s charged per unit, based on the unit’s credit point value. Eligible domestic students have the option of deferring this fee through the SA-HELP loan scheme. More about SSAF
Depending on your course, your costs could also include computer equipment and software, books, stationery, field trips, uniforms or other course-specific expenses such as art materials, musical equipment or travel for practicums, internships, vaccinations or industry experience.
Scholarships vary in amount, from a few hundred to several thousand dollars each year. Eligibility isn't limited to top-performing students or those facing financial challenges; there are opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds and with different accomplishments. This ensures that education remains accessible to all, changing lives and helping individuals achieve their goals for a brighter future.
Fees and Scholarships
International Students
If you're an international student, you can find the annual course cost in Australian dollars (AUD$) on our International Courses and Fees page or on the web page for your course under fees.
Also known as SSAF, the Student Services and Amenities Fee is a compulsory fee for most students used to provide important services and amenities to students both on and off campus. It’s charged per unit, based on the unit’s credit point value. Eligible domestic students have the option of deferring this fee through the SA-HELP loan scheme. More about SSAF
Depending on your course, your costs could also include computer equipment and software, books, stationery, field trips, uniforms or other course-specific expenses such as art materials, musical equipment or travel for practicums, internships, vaccinations or industry experience.
Southern Cross University offers a range of scholarships designed to support you while you study, available for a variety of backgrounds and achievements. Scholarships range from a few hundred dollars a year to several thousand dollars a year. Southern Cross has also introduced Access, an initiative created to deliver a quality education combined with a straightforward tuition model, ensuring every international student has equal access.
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Dates for the diary
Our shorter, more focused six-week unit structure gives students a greater sense of momentum and motivation as they achieve milestones quickly. Application dates per Term are shown on each course page however refer to our key dates and teaching calendar for detail on when enrolment opens, studies commence and when grades are published. There are also Dual Term and Tri Term calendars for those who have specific subjects.
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