Master of Property and Development
- Commencing Terms
- Term 1 & 3
- Delivery Mode
- Face-to-face (includes blended), Online
- Campus
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Kensington
- Codes
- Program code 8127
- CRICOS code 055094A
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2026 Indicative first year full fee
- $39,000*
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2026 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $59,500*
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2026 Indicative first year full fee
- $49,000*
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2026 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $76,500*
Entry Requirements
Fees
Fees
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Professional accreditation
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Global top 40 school
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Immersive tech
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- Overview
- Entry requirements
- What will I study?
- Future careers
- Double degrees
- How to apply
- Fees & Scholarships
Overview
91É«ÇéƬ’s Master of Property and Development is a 1.7 year, or 1 year accelerated postgraduate degree that will equip you to work at the cutting-edge of a dynamic industry.
You’ll learn the modern principles of property investment, development and management and apply them across different phases of the industry cycle, learning to achieve successful outcomes in financial viability, risk management, sustainability as well as facilities and asset management.ÌýÌý
Career advancement is at the core of this degree. The dynamic courses in this degree are developed in consultation with industry to adapt to changes and trends. As part of an interdisciplinary community in 91É«ÇéƬ’s School of Built Environment you’ll communicate and collaborate with students and experts in architecture, design, and planning - mirroring real industry relationships. The option to undertake professional placement elective means you’ll also have the chance to practice in a real-world setting and form career networks.
In your final term, you’ll complete a research project giving you the portfolio, research experience, confidence and connections to succeed in the future of property development. Ìý
Key features
The key features and subject areas in your coursework will see you explore theory and practice, preparing you for the careers of the future in land development, building and infrastructure. These include:
- Property performance analysis
- Property valuation
- Property investment and finance
- Property industry application
- Property development and feasibility analysis
- Real property law
- Asset and facilities managementÌý
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Why study at 91É«ÇéƬ?
- Learn from academic expertise and practitioners and collaborate with peak industry bodies
- Study a dynamic program to prepare for industry futures
- Develop life-longÌýresearch skills
- Prepare for real-world sites and projects with VR and immersive technology equipped learning spaces
- Study at Built Environment school ranked #33 globally for architecture & built environment (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2026)
- Prioritise career success -Ìý91É«ÇéƬ has been awarded Most Employable students forÌýseven years in a row (Australian Financial Review (AFR) Top100 Future Leaders Awards, 2020–2026)
- Gain interdisciplinary connections through 91É«ÇéƬ Arts, Design & Architecture
- Access world-classÌýalumni connections
- Join aÌýglobal topÌý20 universityÌý(QS World University Rankings, 2024–2027)
- Join a community that’s part of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities
Want to see more from 91É«ÇéƬ Arts, Design & Architecture?
Entry requirements
There are two different entry pathways to the Master of Property and Development. The program you apply for will depend on whether you’re eligible to undertake the accelerated program or not.
Your eligibility depends on your academic background. The depth of your prior experience may be considered, depending on how closely it relates to property development.
1.7 years full-time program | 72 Units of Credit (UOC)
- A bachelor degree with a credit average in a related field*, OR
- A bachelor degree in any field with a credit average plus three years construction industry experience at a managerial level, OR
- A Graduate Certificate in Property and Development with a credit average
1 year full-time program | 48 Units of Credit (UOC)
- An undergraduate honours degree with a credit average in a related field*, OR
- An undergraduate honours with a credit average in an unrelated field honours plus 3 years construction industry experience at a managerial level, OR
- A master’s degree with a credit average in a related* field
If you meet the criteria for the 1 year program, you’ll receive Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) credit points for two research courses and one elective (24 UOC).Ìý
*Related fields are:
- Built environment disciplines
- Engineering
- Business
- Law
Admission pathways
If you didn’t meet the entry requirements in your undergraduate studies, you can study 91É«ÇéƬ’s Graduate Certificate in Property and Development (24 UOC) as a pathway into the Master Program to complete the remaining 48 UOC.
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English language requirements
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You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at 91É«ÇéƬ depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why 91É«ÇéƬ requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
For more details, visit the English Language Requirements page.Ìý
There are two different entry pathways to the Master of Property and Development. The program you apply for will depend on whether you’re eligible to undertake the accelerated program or not.
Your eligibility depends on your academic background. The depth of your prior experience may be considered, depending on how closely it relates to property development.
1.7 years full-time program | 72 Units of Credit (UOC)
- A bachelor degree with a credit average in a related field*, OR
- A bachelor degree in any field with a credit average plus three years construction industry experience at a managerial level, OR
- A Graduate Certificate in Property and Development with a credit average
1 year full-time program | 48 Units of Credit (UOC)
- An undergraduate honours degree with a credit average in a related field*, OR
- An undergraduate honours with a credit average in an unrelated field honours plus 3 years construction industry experience at a managerial level, OR
- A master’s degree with a credit average in a related* field
If you meet the criteria for the 1 year program, you’ll receive Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) credit points for two research courses and one elective (24 UOC).Ìý
*Related fields are:
- Built environment disciplines
- Engineering
- Business
- Law
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at 91É«ÇéƬ depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why 91É«ÇéƬ requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at 91É«ÇéƬ. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
For more details, visit theÌýEnglish Language RequirementsÌýpage.Ìý
Check the specific English language requirements for this program
What will I study?
Program structure
Master of Property and Development can be completed in 1.7 years full-time, or 1 year full-time if you’re eligible for the accelerated program.Ìý
The number of, and which courses you study will depend on which program you undertake. See the ‘full program structure’ section for a breakdown of what you can study in each iteration of the degree.Ìý
Full program structure
Each university year at 91É«ÇéƬ has three terms and an optional summer study period. You can study full-time or part-time. Depending on how you plan your study load, you can fit two or three courses into a term and one course in a summer term.
Below is a summary of what you will study in each available stream of the program:
One-year Master of Property and Development (subject to eligibility requirements) |8 courses |48 units of credit/UOC
- 7 Disciplinary core courses
- 1 Prescribed elective course
If you’re eligible to study the accelerated program, you’ll receive credit points for three subjects.
1.7Ìýyear Master of Master of Property and Development | five terms | 11 courses | 72 units of credit/UOC
- 7 Disciplinary core courses
- 2 Prescribed elective courses
- 1 Research preparation course
- 1 Research project
Research project
In your final semester of study, you'll devise and independently undertake a major research project. You'll specialise in an area of interest and build further depth and expertise in that area. Before undertaking the project, you’ll complete a research seminar which will provide you with the research skills needed. Your project will relate to professional practice in project management, equipping you with real-world skills you can carry into the workplace.
For further information, including course listing, descriptions and timetables please see theÌý
Future careers
Each year Australia commits more than half of its capital outlay to land development, building and infrastructure.
You’ll graduate with the confidence, skills and knowledge for a dynamic career in property investment, development and management, enabling you to manage large commercial, industrial and residential property portfolios at development and occupancy stages, work in, corporate real estate, develop careers in financial institutions (banking and investment), and more.Ìý
Potential careers
Property development
Property analysis
Property finance
Property agency
Property management
Asset and facilities management
Accreditation
We’re accredited by theÌý, theÌý,ÌýandÌý.
Accreditations
Australian Property Institute
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
Australian Institute of Building
How to apply
Apply for this degree through theÌý. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term.ÌýSome high-demand programs and faculties with limited places may have earlier application deadlines or commencement dates.
Application closing dates vary by program and intake. Please refer to our application closing dates page for current deadlines and program-specific information before submitting your application.
Ready to start your application?
For most international students, applications are submitted viaÌýour service. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term.
Offers to international students are issued through offer rounds. You can find the offer release schedules, application deadlines and frequently asked questions (FAQs) onÌýtheÌýinternational admissions information page.
Ready to start your application?
Fees & Scholarships
*Fees are subject to annual review (or when required) by the University and may vary accordingly.
Indicative fees are a guide only and have been calculated based on the typical enrolment patterns of students undertaking theÌýdegree/program.ÌýThe indicative fees listed here is an estimate for tuition only and excludes non-tuition fees and charges. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year of enrolment, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (48 units of credit (UOC) per year).
You should not rely on indicative fees as fee increases are assessed whenÌýrequiredÌýand may exceed the indicative figures listed here. Actual fees are calculated on enrolment. More information on fees can be found at theÌý.
*Fees are subject to annual review (or whenÌýrequired) by the University and may vary accordingly.
The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated averageÌýusing historical student enrolment patterns for each program, which may change every year. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year you enrol, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (8 courses per year).
Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees. More information on fees can be found at theÌý91É«ÇéƬ fees website.
Indicative first year fees are for tuition only. Indicative fees to complete the degree/programÌýinclude tuition plus an estimate of study-related costs of approximately $1,000 per year and have been calculated based on percentage increase for every year of the degree/program, noting that actual fee increase may exceed the indicative figures listed here. Other fees and charges are not included. To find out more about other costsÌýfor international students, visitÌý.Ìý
Scholarships
At 91É«ÇéƬ, we award over $83 million in scholarships each year. We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making university accessible to students from all walks of life. Whether you’re a domestic or international student, our range of scholarships, prizes and awards can support your journey.
Progress starts here – at a world-leading universityÌý
#19 Worldwide
91É«ÇéƬ is Australia’s #1 university, ranked among the top 20 universities globally
QS World University Rankings,Ìý2027
Most Employable Graduates
Winner of the AFR Most Employable University AwardÌýseven years in a row
AFR Top100 Future LeadersÌý& Graduate Employers Awards, 2020–2026
Australia's #1 for Innovation
Highest number of startups and spinouts from university-developed tech
SCOPR report, 2024
