AQF level 7
Bachelor of Construction Project Management
Develop the technical, digital, and leadership skills required to manage construction projects across residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors.
AQF level
7
Course Duration
3 years full time (7 years part time)
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Campus
Richmond, NSW
Total Credit Points
240
Units
24
About Course
The Bachelor of Construction Project Management (BCPM) at AIM Institute Pty Ltd will address Australia’s growing demand for highly skilled construction professionals capable of managing complex projects across residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors. The program is designed to produce graduates with applied management capabilities, technical literacy in digital construction systems, and a strong understanding of legal, regulatory, and sustainability requirements.
The Bachelor of Construction Project Management (BCPM) is designed as an applied, practice-oriented program that develops graduates capable of managing end-to-end construction processes. The program integrates technical knowledge, regulatory understanding, and management capability within a digital and sustainability-driven framework.
Key Curriculum Principles
- Applied learning through project-based assessment and integrated learning
- Industry alignment with professional body and employer expectations
- Digital capability via integration of BIM, project simulation, and digital scheduling tools
- Leadership development through team-based projects and case analysis
- Sustainability and ethics embedded across all subjects
Course Structure
YEAR 1 Foundations
CPM101 | Introduction to the Built Environment |
CPM102 | Construction Ethics and compliance |
CPM103 | Construction Project Management I |
CPM104 | Construction Materials |
CPM105 | Civil infrastructure Construction |
CPM106 | Quality, Risk and Safety Management |
CPM107 | Low- and High-Rise Building Construction |
CPM108 | Construction Estimation & Quantity Surveying I |
YEAR 2 Integration and Application
CPM201 | Building Surveying |
CPM202 | Structural Principles for Construction |
CPM203 | Procurement & Contract Administration |
CPM204 | Construction Project Management II* |
CPM205 | Construction Planning & Scheduling |
CPM206 | Construction Estimation & Quantity Surveying II |
CPM207 | Digital Construction & BIM |
CPM208 | Integrated Services |
YEAR 3 Professional Competence and Leadership
CPM301 | Construction Technology |
CPM302 | Project Control and System ** |
CPM303 | Construction Sustainability & Innovation |
CPM304 | Construction Economics & Property Development |
CPM305 | Facility and Asset Management |
CPM306 | Organisation & People Management |
CPM307 | Construction Business Strategy & Entrepreneurship |
CPM308 | Construction Capstone Project |
All units are 10 credit points CPM204 has CPM103 as a pre-requisite CMP206 has CPM108 as a pre-requisite CPM302 has CPM207 as a pre-requisite |
Admission Requirements
Admission requirements for this course have been benchmarked against other providers of similar courses, with consideration to location and capacity of AIM Institute to support prospective students. As an example, ATAR is not considered at AIM Institute as a necessitating factor in admittance.
English language capability
The following are acceptable tests to demonstrate an appropriate English language capability and are aligned with updated visa requirements.
For tests taken on or before 6 August 2025
- IELTS Academic score 6.0, no band below 5.5
- PTE Academic score 50, no score less than 36
- TOEFL iBT 65 (writing minimum 21 and speaking minimum 18)
- TOEFL PBT (paper) 550
- CAE 169, no band below 162
- MLC Placement Test 6.0 overall
For tests taken on or after 7 August 2025
- C1 Advanced minimum test score 161
- IELTS Academic score 6.0
- PTE Academic score 47
- TOEFL iBT score 67
OET score 1210
Prior Study
Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is managed through AIM Institute’s RPL Policy, available online.
Age
All applicants are required to be at least 18 years of age at the time of commencement of studies.
Fees and Obligations
Tuition is set at $2750 per unit for both International and Domestic students. Fulltime students take 8 units per year with an annual cost of $ 22,000. The total cost of the course (enrolling in 24 units) is $66,000.
There are NO OTHER fees for applicants.
Refunds are managed in line with AIM Institute’s Refunds Policy (link to be included)
Terms and Conditions are available online (link to be included)
All international students are required to hold Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). More information can be found in the student handbook, or on AIM Institute’s website (link to be included).
Students are required to maintain satisfactory course progress as detailed in the Academic Progress and Student at Risk Policy and Procedure (link to be included).
Potential career outcomes
Graduates of the Bachelor of Construction Project Management will be able to:
- CLO1 Demonstrate broad, coherent knowledge of construction principles, materials, and processes.
- CLO2 Apply project management and planning methodologies to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.
- CLO3 Use digital tools (BIM, scheduling, estimating) to analyse and manage construction information.
- CLO4 Interpret and apply relevant legislation, standards, and sustainability principles to professional practice.
- CLO5 Communicate effectively and ethically with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
- CLO6 Exercise leadership and independent judgment in managing construction projects.
Graduates will be prepared for roles such as Site Manager, Project Manager, Construction Coordinator, or Estimator, all identified as areas of continuing skills shortage by Jobs and Skills Australia.
Delivery and Student Experience Information
Classes will be delivered face to face at AIM Institute’s campus at 283-285 Windsor Road in Richmond NSW. Classes consist of three hours face-to-face per week (a mix of lecture and tutorial format) with the expectation that students engage with course and subject material for an additional 7 hours per unit, per week.
Assessments
Assessment is designed to progressively build knowledge and capability across the three-year sequence. Strategies include:
– Project-based assessments (case studies, simulations, industry briefs)
– Practical reports and digital portfolios (evidence of applied learning)
– Reflective journals and WIL evaluations (professional engagement)
– Capstone projects (authentic, multi-dimensional project challenges)
Learning delivery combines lectures, tutorials, labs, and online collaboration. Students engage in problem-based learning, peer feedback, and digital project environments to simulate real-world practice.
Online Platforms
Study materials, including reference source material will be published online via AIM Institute’s Learning Management System (LMS), Moodle. Students will be provided with instruction on accessing the LMS at orientation and through the student handbook.
Welfare and Wellbeing
AIM Institute is committed to providing appropriate support services to all students and assisting them in completing their studies and achieving their academic goals. AIM Institute will ensure that relevant staff members understand their responsibilities around providing student support through induction and ongoing development. Where necessary, AIM provides referral services outside of the institute for additional support. The student support framework details the way that AIM Institute provides this support and can be found here: (link to be included)
Academic Support
In line with AIM Institute’s student support framework, academic support is available for all HE students online and in person. AIM has designated contact staff members on campus who are trained and supported to provide academic support including learning assistance and general academic skills.
Orientation
All students are encouraged to attend orientation sessions at the start of each academic year. For international students, there is a mandatory orientation session prior to beginning study at AIM Institute.