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Bachelor of Property Economics and Development

Prepare for a career in a variety of property-related fields.

Gain a solid foundation in property-related business through courses in marketing, management, accounting, economics, business law and ethics, and research methods. Specialist units develop knowledge in property development, valuation and analysis, town planning, property economics, portfolio management, property law, asset and facilities management, and building studies. Undertake case studies, fieldwork and projects to enhance professional skills.

CRICOS code
069716E
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Footnotes
  • Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
  • * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2023 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
  • Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
Study location QTAC code
  • Sunshine Coast 012121
Minimum selection threshold
OP - 18 Rank - 62
UniSC program code
BU344
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Duration
3 years full time or equivalent part time
Recommended prior study
English; Maths A, B or C
Fee type 2013
  • Commonwealth supported places
  • Fee paying places
  • International fee-paying places
Total units
288

Gain a solid foundation in property-related business through courses in marketing, management, accounting, economics, business law and ethics, and research methods. Specialist units develop knowledge in property development, valuation and analysis, town planning, property economics, portfolio management, property law, asset and facilities management, and building studies. Undertake case studies, fieldwork and projects to enhance professional skills.

Post-admission requirements

A construction White Card is required, refer to Special program requirements.

Career opportunities

Development, project management, property and asset management, facilities management, property investment analysis, property valuation, real estate sales and leasing agent.

Membership

Australian Property Institute logoAs from 1 January 2011 the BPED is an endorsed degree of the Australian Property Institute (API) for the following certifications:

  • Certified Property Practitioner (CPP)
  • Certified Property Manager (CPM)
  • Certified Facilities Manager (CFacM)
  • Certified Asset Manager (CAM)
  • Certified Development Practitioner (CDP)
  • Certified Practising Valuer (CPV)

Valuers Registration Board of Queenland logoand for registration by the Valuers Registration Board as a registered valuer.

Graduates may become members of the Australian Property Institute; Valuers Registration Board of Queensland; Property Council of Australia; Urban Development Institute of Australia; Australian Institute of Urban Studies.

Students seeking registration with the Valuers Registration Board of Queensland, or with the Australian Property Institute (API), for status of the following — Certified Practising Valuer, Certified Property Practitioner, Certified Property Manager, Certified Asset Manager, Certified Development Practitioner, or Certified Facilities Manager — must satisfy relevant work experience requirements after graduating. Students should seek full details from Valuers Registration Board and/or API.

Accreditation

This program is fully accredited with the Australian Property Institute.

Program structure

Program structure

Special program requirements

Construction Industry General Safety Induction (White Card) program is required to be completed by all students prior to Week 4 of the Semester of entry. This half-day training course allows students to meet the requirements of current Queensland Workplace Health and Safety legislation in respect of entry to building sites (as defined within the legislation) and will enable them to participate fully in field trips throughout the program.

This course may be completed online (http://www.ohsa.com.au) or by attendance at one of a number of courses regularly held by the Queensland Masters Builders Association. The full cost of this program requirement is to be borne by the student. The cost of the course in 2009 was in the region of A$70-90.

Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

  • Complete 1 required core course.
  • Complete 7 required introductory courses.
  • Complete 12 required advanced courses.
  • Complete 4 elective courses, 2 must be advanced (200/300 level) courses.
  • Complete no more than 10 introductory level courses, including core courses.
  • Complete no more than 6 courses from the School of Social Sciences, School of Communication or Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering.
  • Register any selected Majors or Minors with Student Administration.
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
  • As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
  • Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
  • When enrolling, refer to the Study Plan.
Core course (1)

1 required course:

COR109 Introductory Bioscience

Introductory courses (7)

7 required courses:

BUS101 Introduction to Psychology A
BUS102 Science Research Methods
BUS103 Human Physiology
BUS104 Human Anatomy
BUS105 Introduction to Coaching Science
BUS106 Systemic Physiology I
PED110 Functional Anatomy

Advanced courses (12)

12 required courses:

ENP211 Introduction to Sports Medicine
PED120 Motor Control and Learning
PED121 Biomechanics I
PED122 Exercise Physiology I
PED210 Exercise Prescription and Programming
PED220 Sports Psychology
PED310 Biomechanics II
PED311 Clinical Placement
PED312 Exercise Physiology II
PED320 Cardiorespiratory Health and Rehabilitation
PED321 Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
PED322 Performance Enhancement

Elective courses (4)

Select 4 elective courses, 2 must be advanced (200/300 level) courses.

Up to 4 electives may be from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering

TOTAL UNITS 288

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Total units: 288