Built and Natural Environment

About the course

In this Foundation Studies course, students will learn the fundamentals of University-level study in the disciplines of construction, surveying and architectural technology, in order for them to bridge the gap between high school and university.

What you might learn

Core subjects such as surveying practice, construction design, civil law and legislation will be undertaken for the duration of your studies. At the end of the course, students should have met the entry requirements to an undergraduate degree and be able to achieve success in their future studies.

Career outcome

Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as landscape designer, construction site advisor, building estimators, building manager/ supervisor, builder, construction manager, and etc. in companies including Watpac Australia, BGC Group, Lend Lease Group, Brookfield Multiplex, John Holland, and etc.

Duration

4 years or 5 years with placement

Living Costs in Newcastle upon Tyne**

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Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) £ 10 - 14	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) £ 554 - 732	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) £ 394 - 522
Transportation (Daily) £ 3 - 5	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) £ 154 - 204

Average Salary**

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