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The Graduate Diploma in Energy Efficient and Sustainable Building offers an immersive, cross-disciplinary approach to advanced studies in sustainable construction science, design technologies, and management. Through this program, you'll gain comprehensive insights into sustainable methodologies within the global construction sector.
This qualification centers on leveraging design research and innovative approaches to tackle pressing sustainability challenges in the built environment. It prioritizes translating theoretical concepts into practical solutions, enhancing your ability to address evolving industry trends and organizational requirements. The curriculum covers environmental, social, and economic dimensions of architectural practice, with coursework encompassing thermodynamics, heat transfer principles, and building systems for energy, water, and air management - equipping you with expertise in contemporary sustainable construction techniques.
Tailored for career advancement, this program serves engineers, project managers, landscape architects, and design specialists engaged with built environments. Alumni can explore diverse career opportunities, including roles in private firms, municipal governance, or as independent consultants for architectural design and real estate development initiatives.
You must have successfully completed an Australian bachelor’s degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in any discipline.
You may also be considered if you have a minimum of 3 years of significant work experience or professional practice related to energy efficiency, sustainability or building and construction.
English language requirements
To study this program 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.