This program produces graduates capable of designing and documenting residential and commercial buildings up to three storeys above a lower level set aside for car parking.

Students should note prerequisite requirements and term availability when planning their study load for the year. Courses are offered annually. It is suggested that courses be studied in the sequence shown in the recommended study schedule. The individual's workload may be varied to balance work and family commitments. If assistance is required contact the Program Advisor. Students should actively seek employment in the building industry.

Prospective students should note that exemptions from courses within the program may be given where their previous study at AQF certificate 4 level or higher fully meets the learning outcomes of a course. Students should not enrol into a course for which they are seeking an exemption.

Students must complete 16 courses/96 units of credit as outlined in the recommended study schedule.

Prior 2013 entry Building Design students only

BLAR12038 Building Industry Contracts is now replaced by BLAR12055 History and Theory of Building Design. As part of the approved program transition, students who have completed BLAR12038 before 2013 are not required to study the relevant replacement course.