Degree Transfer Construction Management (Building) at the University of Newcastle College of International Education (CIE) is a pathway program designed for international students who want to progress into the second year of the University of Newcastle’s Bachelor of Construction Management (Building) (Honours).

CIE describes Degree Transfer programs as equivalent to the first year of a University of Newcastle bachelor's degree. Successful completion allows eligible students to progress to second year without needing to provide additional English test results such as IELTS when transitioning to the University.

Key benefits include:

• A specialised pathway into construction management and the built environment.
• The curriculum introduces construction technology, construction ecology, construction law, building codes, construction management and digital communication.
• Academic English A and Academic English B are included in the program.
• Successful completion provides a pathway into Year 2 of the Bachelor of Construction Management (Building) (Honours).
• The program is delivered at the University of Newcastle’s Callaghan campus, where students can study in an environment closely connected with engineering, architecture and the built environment.
• The University’s Architecture and Built Environment discipline was ranked in the top 150 globally in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024, according to CIE's published prospectus.
• Eligible students progressing to a University of Newcastle degree may receive the UON Progression Scholarship worth 20% per year for 2026 and beyond, subject to the published conditions.

Programme Structure and Subjects / Topics

The Degree Transfer Construction Management (Building) program consists of 10 core courses. The published CIE prospectus lists:

• ARBE1101 Construction Technology 1
• ARBE1102 Construction Ecology 1
• ARBE1103 Digital Communication in the Built Environment
• ARBE1301 Construction Law and Legislation
• ARBE1304 Building Codes and Compliance
• ARBE1305 Construction Technology, Sequencing and Representation
• ARBE1306 Construction Management Fundamentals
• ARBE1201 Visual Communication in the Built Environment
• ICEN7101 Academic English A
• ICEN7102 Academic English B

The subjects provide preparation in:

• Construction technology
• Construction ecology and sustainability
• Digital communication in the built environment
• Construction law
• Building codes and compliance
• Construction sequencing
• Construction representation
• Construction management
• Visual communication
• Academic English and university communication skills

Disciplines / Specialisations

The program does not offer multiple specialisations within Degree Transfer itself.

Its specialist stream is:

• Construction Management (Building)

The pathway leads specifically to:

Bachelor of Construction Management (Building) (Honours)

Programme Highlights

• CRICOS code: 113058J.
• 12-month duration.
• 2-semester structure.
• 10 core courses.
• February and July intakes published for the specific program.
• Current 2026 program fee: AUD 34,800.
• Delivered at Newcastle Callaghan Campus.
• Designed as a pathway to Year 2 of Bachelor of Construction Management (Building) (Honours).
• Seven specialist construction/built-environment courses plus two Academic English courses and visual communication study.
• Architecture and Built Environment ranked in the top 150 globally in QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024, according to CIE's prospectus.
• CIE courses are registered with the University of Newcastle under CRICOS 00109J and accredited by TEQSA. 

Career Outcomes

Degree Transfer Construction Management (Building) is a pathway rather than a standalone professional bachelor's qualification, so it does not independently provide graduate employment outcomes.

After progressing to and completing the Bachelor of Construction Management (Building) (Honours), students can pursue careers in areas such as:

• Construction management
• Building project management
• Construction supervision
• Estimating and cost management
• Construction planning
• Contract administration
• Building and construction consultancy
• Development and property-related roles
• Construction project coordination

Latest Updates / Special Requirements

The most important current information for 2026 is:

• Current tuition fee: AUD 34,800.
• Program structure: 2 semesters and 10 courses.
• Current program CRICOS code: 113058J.
• Specific program intakes published in the latest CIE prospectus: February and July.
• Construction Management (Building) is taught at the Callaghan campus rather than the Newcastle City campus.

International Student Visa Requirements

International students normally require an Australian Student visa (subclass 500) for this program.

The Australian Department of Home Affairs states that Student visa applicants must:

• Be enrolled in an eligible course.
• Hold a valid Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) when the visa is decided.
• Hold OSHC or qualify for an exemption.
• Meet applicable health and character requirements.
• Meet the Genuine Student requirement.
• Meet any financial-capacity and English evidence requirements requested through the visa application process.

Current financial-capacity figures published by the Department include:

• Student living costs: AUD 29,710 for 12 months.
• Partner accompanying the student: AUD 10,394.
• Dependent child: AUD 4,449.
• Schooling costs for an accompanying school-age child: at least AUD 13,502 per year.
• Travel costs: AUD 2,000 for applicants applying from outside Australia other than the specified West African locations.

The applicant must have sufficient funds for:

• Travel.
• The first 12 months of course fees, or pro-rata fees where applicable.
• 12 months of living costs.
• School fees for accompanying school-age children where applicable.