Whether you are interested in specialising in building and construction for a career, or just developing your home-improvement skills, we have many courses to get you started.
We deliver apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, skills recognition and other programs tailored to industry needs.
You can study short courses, TAFE certificates and diplomas, bachelor and postgraduate degrees.
Bachelor degrees (undergraduate)
Bachelor of Building Design
Duration
3 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Develop an independent and creative approach to building design with a Bachelor of Building Design at Victoria University (VU).
Bachelor of Building Surveying
Gain the vital skills and knowledge to become an in-demand building surveyor with a Bachelor of Building Surveying at Victoria University (VU).
Duration
3 years
Campus
Online Real Time
Delivery mode
Online Real Time
Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)
Duration
4 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Build your skills and confidence to take a leading role in large-scale building and civil-engineering projects with a Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) at Victoria University.
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil Engineering)
Prepare for a career designing practical and sustainable community infrastructure, with a degree in civil engineering from VU.
Duration
4 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Undergraduate certificate
Undergraduate Certificate in Architectural Design
Launch a creative career in building design with the Undergraduate Certificate in Architectural Design from Victoria University.
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Undergraduate Certificate in Building Construction Management
Kick start your career, with the Undergraduate Certificate in Building Construction Management from Victoria University.
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Building Surveying
Develop your industry skills in building surveying and prepare for success, with a Graduate Certificate in Building Surveying from Victoria University.
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
Online Real Time
Delivery mode
Online Real Time
Graduate Diploma in Building Surveying
Become a building surveyor, with in-demand expertise in building regulations, construction compliance and inspection processes, with a Graduate Diploma in Building Surveying from Victoria University.
Duration
1 year
Campus
Online Real Time
Delivery mode
Online Real Time
Graduate Certificate in Construction Management
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Graduate Diploma in Construction Management
Duration
1 year
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Graduate Certificate in Construction Project Management
Learn the fundamentals of project management for the construction industry, and prepare for an in-demand career, with the Graduate Certificate in Construction Project Management at Victoria University.
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Graduate Certificate in Digital Construction Management
Duration
1 year
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Master of Engineering
Duration
2 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Gain specialised skills in electrical power, telecommunications, or civil engineering and aim for a top engineering career with the Master of Engineering from Victoria University.
Graduate Certificate in Performance-Based Building & Fire Codes
Duration
1 year
Campus
Online Real Time
Delivery mode
Online Real Time
Take the next step in your career and improve your knowledge of building surveying and design and approval of performance-based building, in light of national and international fire codes.
Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Construction Management
Duration
1 year
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Postgraduate research
Master of Applied Research
Duration
2 years
Campus
City Campus, Footscray Park, St Albans, Werribee
Delivery mode
In person
Gain a solid foundation in research methods before undertaking a thesis related to 'sustainable and liveable cities'. This masters allows bachelor-degree graduates in any discipline to undertake a research degree.
Doctor of Philosophy
Duration
4 years
Campus
City Campus, Footscray Park, St Albans, Werribee
Delivery mode
In person
Complete your PhD in a research community dedicated to improving our cities and communities through scientific, technological and social innovation.
Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated)
Duration
4 years
Campus
City Campus, Footscray Park, St Albans, Werribee
Delivery mode
In person
Victoria University's integrated program offers research training, creating an alternative path to a PhD in the areas of sustainability and liveable communities.
Master of Research
Duration
1.5 years
Campus
City Campus, Footscray Park, St Albans, Werribee
Delivery mode
In person
Complete a Master of Research in 18 months related to sustainable cities and industries, in a broad range of disciplines. This program is tailored to graduates with a related bachelor degree, or an honours degree in a different discipline.
TAFE certificates & diplomas
Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying CPC33020
Campus
Sunshine
Develop the skills and knowledge required to work as a bricklayer or blocklayer in the housing and commercial construction industry, with the Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying CPC33020 from Victoria University Polytechnic.
Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) CPC50220
Become a highly-skilled building project manager with a Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) CPC50220 at Victoria University (VU).
Campus
Online, Sunshine
Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship 22614VIC
Lay the foundation for a career in the building industry with a Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship 22614VIC at VU Polytechnic.
Campus
Industry, Sunshine, Werribee, Other
Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) 22627VIC
Open the door to a creative and rewarding career designing buildings, with an Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) 22627VIC at Victoria University.
Campus
Sunshine
Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying CPC60121
Develop expert knowledge to qualify as a Building Surveyor (Level 2) with an Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying CPC60121 at Victoria University (VU).
Campus
Sunshine
Certificate II in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology MSF20322
Turn your passion for furniture making into a career with the Certificate II in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology MSF20322 at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Campus
Sunshine
Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology MSF30322
Develop valuable cabinet-making skills for residential and commercial buildings with the Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology MSF30322 at Victoria University.
Campus
Sunshine
Certificate III in Carpentry CPC30220
Campus
Sunshine, Other
Build the framework for a career in construction with a Certificate III in Carpentry CPC30220.
Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations RII30820
Gain the skills to work on major infrastructure projects in the fast-growing civil construction industry, with the Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations RII30820 at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Campus
Industry, Werribee
Certificate II in Civil Construction RII20720
Develop the skills needed to begin an apprenticeship in civil construction with the Certificate II in Civil Construction RII20720 pre-apprenticeship course at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Campus
Industry, Sunshine, Werribee, Other
Certificate III in Civil Construction RII30920
Develop practical skills and knowledge in a fast-growing industry with a Certificate III in Civil Construction RII30920 at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Campus
Industry, Sunshine, Werribee
Certificate IV in Civil Construction RII40720
Expand your civil construction and management skills with the Certificate IV in Civil Construction RII40720 at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Campus
Industry, Online, Werribee
Certificate II in Drainage CPC20720
Gain specialist skills in planning, installing, maintaining and repairing stormwater, drainage and sewerage systems, with the Certificate II in Drainage CPC20720 at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Campus
Sunshine
Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician UEE30820
Campus
Sunshine
Gain the skills and knowledge to become a licensed electrician with a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician UEE30820 at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Pre-vocational) 22499VIC
Campus
Sunshine, Werribee, Other
Lay the groundwork for an electrical apprenticeship or traineeship with a Certificate II in Electrotechnology Studies (Pre-vocational) 22499VIC at Victoria University (VU).
Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade MEM30219
Start a career as a mechanical tradesperson with the Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade MEM30219 apprenticeship course.
Campus
Sunshine
Certificate II in Engineering Studies 22632VIC
This hands-on course is designed for people looking to enter an engineering apprenticeship or who are already doing some engineering work and would like to gain accreditation and a pathway to a full apprenticeship.
Campus
Sunshine
Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services CPC40920
Campus
Sunshine
Gain the knowledge and skills to become a licensed plumber with a Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services CPC40920 at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Certificate III in Plumbing CPC32420
Campus
Sunshine
Get the training and support needed to gain your plumbing qualification with a Certificate III in Plumbing CPC32420 at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship) 22569VIC
Campus
Sunshine, Werribee
Lay the groundwork for an apprenticeship in the plumbing industry with a Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship) 22569VIC at Victoria University.
Diploma of Project Management BSB50820
Develop the technical, organisational and personal skills needed to manage complex projects in dynamic environments with a Diploma of Project Management at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Campus
Online
Certificate III in Signs and Graphics CPC30216
Duration
3 years
Campus
Sunshine
Delivery mode
Face to Face, Workplace
Become a fully qualified sign-writer and gain practical skills for the design, manufacturing and installation of signage.
Short courses
Basic Scaffolding TNSCF
Gain the practical skills and knowledge to safely erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding at a basic industry-approved level.
Duration
5 day
Campus
Werribee
Delivery mode
Face to Face
Class 1 Restricted Electrical Fault Finding Licence TNCL1
Ensure workplace safety with this course in Class 1 Restricted Electrical Fault Finding Licence TNCL1 for appliances.
Duration
3 day
Campus
Sunshine
Delivery mode
Face to Face
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) THACF
If you are a licenced electrician, complete your mandatory training with the free THACF Continuing Professional Development (CPD) at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Duration
1 day
Campus
Sunshine
Delivery mode
Face to Face with eLearning
Restricted - Disconnection/Reconnection of Fixed Wired Low Voltage Electrical Equipment UEESS00133
Duration
4 day
Campus
Sunshine
Delivery mode
Face to Face with eLearning
Learn to disconnect and reconnect low voltage fixed wired control devices.
Domestic Builders Limited TNABY
Gain expertise needed to manage the building approval application process, with the Domestic Builders Limited TNABY course at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Duration
10 weeks
Campus
Sunshine
Delivery mode
Face to Face with eLearning
Electrical Safety Testing of Electrical Cord Connected Equipment and Cord Assemblies Skill Set UEESS00174
Duration
3 day
Campus
Industry, Sunshine
Delivery mode
Face to Face
Add test and tagging of voltage electrical equipment to your skillset, with the Electrical Safety Testing of Electrical Cord Connected Equipment and Cord Assemblies Skill Set UEESS00174 at VU Polytechnic.
Prepare to work safely in the construction industry CONISS012
Complete the WorkSafe Victoria requirements for the Construction Induction Card (White Card) to gain access to worksites, with this one-day short course offered by Victoria University Polytechnic.
Duration
1 day
Campus
Sunshine, Werribee
Delivery mode
Face to Face
Registered Electrical Contractor (REC) TNREC
The Registered Electrical Contractor (REC) TNREC course provides Grade A electricians with specialist business knowledge and skills to assist in gaining a REC Licence with Energy Safe Victoria.
Duration
4 day
Campus
Sunshine
Delivery mode
Face to Face
Revit Level 1 THAAC
Duration
36 hours
Campus
Footscray Park, Sunshine
Delivery mode
Face to Face
Gain practical skills in the use of Revit Architecture to model internal and external building designs in 2D and 3D.
Safe Operation of an Elevating Work Platform TNAAH
Duration
1 day
Campus
Werribee
Delivery mode
Face to Face
Currently training in civil construction or working in the construction industry? Learn how to operate an elevating work platform and add a key skill to your resume.
Welding for Beginners THAAN
Duration
7 weeks
Campus
Sunshine
Delivery mode
Face to Face
Learn basic welding techniques for your DIY home projects, to undertake further studies, or seek new employment opportunities.
Working at Heights Safely in the Resources and Infrastructure Industry TNABQ
Learn the essential skills required to work safely on construction sites at heights above 1.5 metres from ground level.
Duration
1 day
Campus
Industry, Sunshine, Werribee
Delivery mode
Face to Face
Can't find your course?
Studying building & construction at VU
At Victoria University (VU), we want you to follow your passion and excel in the industry you've always dreamed of.
We're one of Australia's most industry-connected institutions, and are one of the top 2% of universities in the world.
You'll learn from leading industry professionals who combine theory with practice to prepare you for your career from day one.
Careers
Many of our graduates gain employment in the following industries:
- bricklaying
- building and construction
- electrical
- engineering
- plumbing
- signage
- surveying
- welding.
