Deakin’s graduates in Architecture and Built Environment learn to use the best technology to design and construct innovative and sustainable built environments. As professionals and agents of change architects and construction managers have the opportunity to create beautiful, meaningful and responsible environments that enhance public and private life.
Our two-tiered architecture course opens the door to both private architecture firms and government organisations. Graduates also find interesting and challenging positions with property development companies, building companies, banks and large manufacturing firms. The profession also provides the scope, in time to establish your own office, either as a sole practitioner, or in conjunction with other architects.
The construction management degree equips graduates for a position as a manager in the construction and allied industries in Australia and overseas. You could find employment as a construction manager, estimator, planner or quantity surveyor in a building company or sub-contracting organisation. Opportunities also exist in the property and maintenance dis of companies that are responsible for large property portfolios.