Master of Building Surveying

Bond University

Australia, Gold Coast

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Bond University

Australia , Gold Coast

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

071287C

Campuses

Gold Coast

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJanuary-2026

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Duration 4 semester(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 19,220 / semester(s)

Next Intake January-2026

Master of Building Surveying

About

Australia’s boom in infrastructure development and construction has led to an increased demand for qualified industry professionals such as building surveyors.

Bond’s Master of Building Surveying equips you with the advanced knowledge as well as professional and technical skill sets to become a specialist in areas such as building legislation, technical codes, and construction standards, opening up opportunities for senior roles with major construction and development companies or for self-employment as a consultant surveyor.

Studying in our trademark small classes, you’ll be mentored by experienced practitioners with a wealth of industry contacts and our world-renowned academics.

The program has been designed in close consultation with the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors (AIBS), so you can be confident that your qualification covers the most up-to-date industry regulations, requirements, and technologies.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Recognised 4 year Bachelor degree equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree

4 year Bachelor degree - 4 point grading scale

Successful completion of a recognised Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in a related field (building, civil/structural engineering or architecture)

OR Successful completion of a Bond University Graduate Diploma of Building Surveying.

Recognised 4 year Bachelor degree equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree

4 year Bachelor degree - 5 point grading scale

Successful completion of a recognised Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in a related field (building, civil/structural engineering or architecture)

OR Successful completion of a Bond University Graduate Diploma of Building Surveying.

English Program Requirements

English language proficiency requirements

Bond's programs are taught and assessed in English, so depending on your educational background and citizenship, you may be required to provide evidence that your English language ability meets our requirements. This may include submitting results from an approved English Language Test taken in the past two years - you can see the required results for the most common approved tests below. There are other ways to demonstrate English language proficiency and gain entry into this program, including demonstrating prior study in English, or other qualifications. If your qualification does not meet the English language requirements then you will need to provide an English proficiency test for admission.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Overall score 6.5 with no sub score less than 6.0
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic Overall score 58 with no Communicative Scores below 50
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT): Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) Overall score 79 (no scores below 21 in Writing, 18 in Speaking, and 16 in Reading and Listening)

Career

What can you do with your degree?

Building surveyors contribute significantly to the development of the built environment and career opportunities in both the state and federal government and private sectors are vast. With climate change and environmental impact, a prominent concern in this industry, graduates with a comprehensive knowledge of sustainability practices are in high demand.

You could expect employment opportunities in the following industries:

Federal, state and local government
Construction
Engineering
Property
Mining
Infrastructure

Master of Building Surveying graduates will, with sufficient relevant experience, be able to practise as accredited building surveyors and certifiers and will be able to seek work anywhere in Australia or around the world.

Outcomes

Building surveyor

Building surveyors are responsible for ensuring that buildings are constructed safely and are suitable to be occupied. To do this, building surveyors consider, consult, advise and enforce legislative requirements. Projected 8.6 per cent job growth in next 5 years, with a median salary of between $90k and $110k in Australia according to Seek (2021).

Quantity surveyor

Quantity surveyors work with construction professionals including architects, engineers, and builders to prepare cost estimates and plans, audit projects, and manage costs and contracts for construction projects. Projected 13.8 per cent job growth in the next 5 years, with a median salary of between $100k and $140k in Australia according to Seek (2021).

Quality controller

Monitor and report on risk and support leaders to ensure regulatory obligations are met. Supports the implementation and on-going monitoring of the quality assurance and compliance to ensure risks are mitigated. Quality controller roles in Australia were typically advertised between $90k and $140k according to Seek (2021).

Building inspector

Building inspectors carry out inspections of commercial and residential buildings to ensure structures comply with laws and regulations. Inspections may be carried out prior, during or after building work has been completed, and help ensure that buildings are safe, structurally sound and accessible. Projected 8.6 per cent job growth in 5 years, with a median salary of $80k and $110k in Australia according to Seek (2021).