The University of Newcastle College of International Education (CIE) is the official pathway provider for The University of Newcastle in Australia. CIE offers a suite of Degree Transfer and Degree Transfer Extended programs that are equivalent to the first year of a corresponding bachelor’s degree at the university. These pathways combine academic subject content with English and academic skills support to help international students transition into Year 2 of their undergraduate study without needing additional English tests (e.g., IELTS) upon progression.

 

The Degree Transfer Extended Construction Management (Building) pathway is tailored for students targeting the Bachelor of Construction Management (Building) (Honours) at the University of Newcastle.

 

Why Study Degree Transfer Extended Construction Management (Building)?

• Direct pathway to Year 2 of a construction management degree — you complete a bridging trimester then first-year equivalent university subjects before progressing.
• Career-relevant curriculum — combines English for academic purposes with core construction and built environment subjects.
• Strong industry demand — construction management is projected as a fast-growing field in Australia, with roles in project and contract management, estimating, surveying, facilities management and more.
• Immersive study environment — classes delivered on-campus with access to university facilities and services.

 

Subjects / Programme Structure

Bridging Semester (Trimester 1)

Five foundational, non-credit courses that prepare you for academic and construction content ahead:

1. ICEN7100 Academic English

2. ICAC7100 Accounting

3. ICEC7100 Economics

4. ICLG7101 Commercial Law Fundamentals

5. ICST7100 Statistics

 

Core Subjects (Semesters 2 & 3)

Equivalent to the first year of the bachelor’s degree and including academic English support:

1. ARBE1101 Construction Technology 1

2. ARBE1102 Construction Ecology 1

3. ARBE1103 Digital Communication in the Built Environment

4. ARBE1301 Construction Law and Legislation

5. ARBE1304 Building Codes and Compliance

6. ARBE1305 Construction Technology, Sequencing and Representation

7. ARBE1306 Construction Management Fundamentals

8. ARBE1105 Communication in the Built Environment

9. ICEN7101 Academic English A

10. ICEN7102 Academic English B

 

Disciplines or Specialisations

This pathway is focused on Construction Management (Building) and is designed for progression into the University of Newcastle’s:

• Bachelor of Construction Management (Building) (Honours).

 

Highlights & Benefits

• Structured support: Extra trimester helps build academic and English skills before core subjects.
• Strong industry demand: Construction management is among Australia’s rapidly growing fields with high employment prospects.
• University alignment: Courses mirror the first year of the relevant bachelor’s degree, enabling smooth Year 2 entry.
• Full access to campus life: Students access university facilities, resources and support services from day one.

 

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the full bachelor’s degree (after progression from this pathway) can pursue careers such as:

• Construction Project Manager
• Contract Manager
• Quantity Surveyor
• Building Surveyor
• Estimating and Cost Planning Specialist
• Facilities Manager
• Property Developer and WHS Coordinator

 

Visa Requirements

International students must obtain an Australian Student Visa (Subclass 500) to study full-time on campus. Typical requirements include:

• Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for the pathway program
• Proof of funds for tuition and living costs
• OSHC health insurance
• Valid academic and identity documents

 

Latest Updates & Special Notes

• Intakes: March/April and October/September each year for the extended pathway.
• Bridging trimester helps students who do not yet meet direct academic or English requirements.
• The total study period including the bachelor’s component (after progression) is four years (16 months pathway + 3 years bachelor).