Master of Applied Science (Built Environment)

    Master of Applied Science (Built Environment)

    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 25,755 / yaer
    Next IntakeJuly 1, 2026

    Master of Applied Science (Built Environment)

    About

    Prepare for employment in research-based senior leadership and management positions with a Master of Applied Science (Built Environment).

    RMIT’s Master of Applied Science (Built Environment) is designed for professionals desiring to deepen their knowledge and extend their skills through an individually supervised research program in a specialist focus area.

    Research programs are available in:

    • building and construction
    • education
    • engineering
    • information technology
    • occupational health and safety/ well-being
    • project management
    • property valuation
    • sustainability and the built environment.

    What you will gain through this program

    Through your research you will contribute a body of knowledge to your field that includes the understanding of recent developments in one or more disciplines.

    You will develop advanced knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the your field of work or learning, including mastery of theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on theory and its application and develop the communication and technical skills to kills to design, evaluate, implement, analyse, theorise and disseminate research that makes a contribution to knowledge and/or professional practice.

    Why study study a Master of Applied Science (Built Environment) at RMIT?

    Our graduates have highly developed technical skills to design, evaluate, implement, analyse, theorise and disseminate research that makes a contribution to knowledge and/or professional practice within government, non-government and corporate environments.

    They demonstrate high-level personal autonomy and accountability, as well as creativity and initiative in new situations and for further learning, by planning and executing a substantial piece of research.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    The minimum requirements for admission to a master by research program are:

    • a bachelor degree requiring at least four years of full-time study in a relevant discipline awarded with honours. The degree should include a research component comprised of a thesis, other research projects or research methodology courses that constitute at least 25% of a full-time academic year (or part-time equivalent). The applicant must have achieved at least a credit average in the final year; or
    • evidence of appropriate academic qualifications and/or experience that satisfies the Associate Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research Training and Development or nominee that the applicant has developed knowledge of the field of study or cognate field and the potential for research sufficient to undertake the proposed program.

    At RMIT a grade of credit represents academic achievement of 60% or higher.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

    • IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
    • TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
    • Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
    • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

    For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

    Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP).

    Career

    This program will provide you with a foundation for further studies at PhD level and for employment in senior leadership and management research-based positions in a variety of government, non-government and corporate environments.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    25,755 / yaer
    Application Fee 100

    How to Apply

    Step 1: Find a course

    Step 2: Check the entry requirements

    Step 3: Collect required documents

    Step 4: Submit your application

    If you are applying for on-campus study in a coursework program (Bachelor, Associate Degree or Honours), use the online application system for international students. 

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    Master of Applied Science (Built Environment)

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