Graduate Diploma in Property Development

Study Graduate Diploma of Property Development at UTS

Looking to accelerate your property future? At UTS, our Graduate Diploma in Property Development is designed to give you a comprehensive education in all aspects of this exciting field, giving you experience with the entire property development process as well as the hands-on skills you need to succeed.

Learn about the political, financial, legal and physical systems that contribute to the successful development of property assets and get the UTS edge with our expert academic staff and close ties to industry. Plus, as a program designed for professionals, you'll get to network with a wide range of peers from across property development, valuation, construction, engineering, town planning, architecture and more.

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Graduate Diploma in Property Development

CODE

UTS: C06006 (version 6)

CRICOS: 066575D

DURATION

1 year full time
2 years part time

INTAKE

July Session - Internal Course Transfer. Current UTS students only 2025
Autumn Session - Block 2025
Spring Session - Block 2025
July Session - Internal Course Transfer. Current UTS students only 2026
Autumn Session - Block 2026
Spring Session - Block 2026

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COURSE FEES

Indicative total tuition fee for domestic students
$31,640.00

LOCATION

City campus

What you’ll study

Completed in one year full-time or two years part-time, this practically focused course will give you a thorough understanding of all aspects of the property development process, markets and institutions. You'll undertake core subjects in areas like development feasibility, finance and planning and environmental law, giving you the in-depth, up-to-date insights required for success in this industry.

You'll also get the chance to curate your own learning journey through your choice of two options subjects. These include subjects like project management, urban design, capital markets, and development negotiations.

Subjects at a glance

Core subjects

Subject Code	Subject Name
15142	Property Development Process
17700	Planning and Environmental Law
12518	Property Transactions
12535	Property Investment and Development Feasibility
17771	Valuation Methodology
17704	Property Development Finance

See all subjects and majors in the UTS Handbook

Course highlights

Whether you're in property development or a related field, this program is designed to equip you with the critical skills and insights needed to succeed in property development. You'll get the chance to study our industry-aligned curriculum, learn from experts in their fields and network with others in the industry.

Industry accreditation

Graduates will meet the educational requirements for accreditation as a Certified Property Practitioner (CPP) and Certified Development Practitioner (CDP) with the Australian Property Institute (API). This course also maps to the Planning and Development pathway with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

Admissions information

This course is tailored for professionals in architecture, engineering, construction, valuation, planning, business, or finance seeking to deepen their understanding of property development. Opt for this course to enhance your qualifications, gain a holistic view of the industry, and open doors to advanced or diverse career paths within the sector.

What sets this course apart is its blend of theory and practice, informed by strong industry links and real-world project work. You'll learn from academics with professional industry experience and engage in projects mirroring actual development scenarios.

You will acquire advanced knowledge of the property development process, including market dynamics, political, legal, and managerial systems, as well as practical skills for managing property assets and development proposals.

Teaching methods are interactive and collaborative, leveraging the extensive experience of your peers for enriched learning. Expect a mix of lectures, real-life case studies, and project-based learning to equip you with the expertise for career advancement or transition.

This is an exit-only course. There is no direct admission to it. Current UTS students may be able to submit an Internal Course Transfer (Graduating) application to exit with this course. See the Course transfer page for further details.
Students benefit from close ties to industry. UTS academics have professional backgrounds and connections, and class projects are often based on real development scenarios. Recent project examples include the Gladesville Hospital site, Lindfield Town Centre and the Sydney Light Rail Corridor.

As many students have extensive industry experience too, there are excellent opportunities for peer-to-peer learning and networking across a range of fields including property development, valuation, construction, engineering, town planning and architecture.
To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have the following:
- Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent
Applicants who do not meet the criteria above should consider applying for C11271 Graduate Certificate in Property Development.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
2025 Indicative tuition fees for domestic students

As a postgraduate student, you'll be responsible for covering your own tuition fees.

2025 Tuition Fee
- Indicative first-year tuition fee: $31,640.00
- Indicative total tuition fee: $31,640.00
You can choose to pay your fees upfront per session, or if you’re eligible, you can defer them using a government FEE-HELP loan. This loan helps you cover all or part of your tuition fees. Keep in mind that applications for this loan are specific to each course.

Additional Costs

Your tuition fees do not include:
- The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), which supports student services and activities. If eligible, you can defer this fee using SA-HELP.
- Textbooks, materials, and other course-related costs.
- Any applicable payment processing fees (e.g., credit card surcharges).
Important Information
- Fees are shown in Australian Dollars (AUD).
- The indicative tuition fees above are based on full-time study (1 year = 48 credit points).
- Your actual fees depend on the year you enrol, your study load and the subjects you choose. Some subjects fall into different student contribution bands.
- You can calculate your student contribution based on the amounts listed in the student contribution table
Alumni Advantage Program

As a UTS graduate, you can enjoy a 10% discount on your course fees. Just apply for the course you're interested in, and if you're accepted, the discount will automatically be applied to your enrolment invoice. Learn more about the Alumni Advantage Program.

If you have any questions about course fees, please feel free to make an enquiry.

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“The degree was very practical and relied on real life examples and applications in the assessment tasks. This included being able to effectively research and analyse a number of resources in order to make informed decisions.”

Dani Pierce

Master of Property Development and Project Management

“This course allows for minimum disruption to work. This made it much easier to get employer buy-in to support my studies, both in terms of Friday study leave and making monetary contributions towards the tuition fees.”

Tony Zhu

Master of Property Development

“It really challenged me to think about how you marry all the uses of a development site – commercial, residential, retail – to work with one another.”

Thomas Nader

Master of Property Development and Planning

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Why UTS?

Why study Design, Architecture and Building at UTS

With a Design, Architecture and Building degree from UTS, you'll build connections with industry from the moment you start your studies, and learn the skills to respond to social, cultural, environmental and economic challenges.

Study in purpose-built facilities and access the latest technologies shaping your field, from 3D printing to AI, drones and seamless knitting machines. Our commitment to hands-on practice and professional accreditation means our courses are highly respected by the industry – and our students are too.