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As a child, did you look into the sky and wonder if you could build a tower to reach the clouds? Did you dream up sophisticated building designs or imagine new products to change the way we do things? If you’ve always thought big, loved challenges and wanted to help change the world, a degree in architecture, construction management or industrial design could be for you.
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www.newcastle.edu.au
Welcome to the Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment at the University of Newcastle. Your journey to a career in the built environment begins here.
As a child, did you look into the sky and wonder if you could build a tower to reach the clouds? Did you dream up sophisticated building designs or imagine new products to change the way we do things? If you’ve always thought big, loved challenges and wanted to help change the world, a degree in architecture, construction management or industrial design could be for you.
Our exciting degree programs give students the tools and practical knowledge to become creative, innovative, well-trained graduates, fully equipped to turn visions into reality and take on all the challenges of this big world we live in. We invite you to explore the possibilities.
Real-world experienceWe are a research-intensive faculty. This means that during your studies, you’ll experience a high level of contact with our teaching and research staff, many of whom are acknowledged as international research leaders working to solve real-world problems. Our emphasis on research-led teaching also gives us close contact with industry partners. Industry-based scholarships are an important part of most of our undergraduate programs and our faculty also provides scholarships to help students study and/or work abroad.
Strong industry recognitionGraduates from our School of Architecture and Built Environment are sought after worldwide. Their skills are recognised as among the best. Our degree programs are all accredited by their respective peak national professional bodies and, once out in the field our graduates are able to significantly contribute to the Australian economy through their work in the built environment.
The built environment: creative and challenging careersThe professions of architecture, construction management and industrial design offer exciting roles which let you use your vision and creativity to invent and design solutions to the problems of our built environment. Wonderful experiences and extensive opportunities exist all over the world and in vast areas of industry for these professionals, particularly those who have completed their degrees at well-respected institutions such as the University of Newcastle. In this light, I encourage you to consider a career in the built environment fields and to complete your degree at the University of Newcastle.
WELCOME
Professor John Carter Pro Vice-Chancellor Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment
Page 2 ARChiTECTuRE
Page 2 What is architecture?
Page 2 What do architects do?
Page 3 Why are architects important to our society?
Page 4 Women in architecture
Page 4 Where can architecture take you?
Page 5 How do I become an architect?
Page 6 Architecture at the University of Newcastle
Page 8 CONSTRuCTiON MANAgEMENT
Page 8 What is construction management?
Page 8 What do construction managers do?
Page 9 Why are construction managers important to our society?
Page 10 Women in construction management
Page 10 Where can construction management take you?
Page 10 How do I become a construction manager?
Page 11 Construction management at the University of Newcastle
Page 12 iNDuSTRiAL DESigN
Page 12 What is industrial design?
Page 12 What do industrial designers do?
Page 12 Why become an industrial designer and how important is industrial design?
Page 13 Where can industrial design take you?
Page 15 How do I become a industrial designer?
Page 16 Industrial design at the University of Newcastle
Welcome to the Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment at the University of Newcastle. Your journey to a career in the built environment begins here.
As a child, did you look into the sky and wonder if you could build a tower to reach the clouds? Did you dream up sophisticated building designs or imagine new products to change the way we do things? If you’ve always thought big, loved challenges and wanted to help change the world, a degree in architecture, construction management or industrial design could be for you.
Our exciting degree programs give students the tools and practical knowledge to become creative, innovative, well-trained graduates, fully equipped to turn visions into reality and take on all the challenges of this big world we live in. We invite you to explore the possibilities.
Real-world experienceWe are a research-intensive faculty. This means that during your studies, you’ll experience a high level of contact with our teaching and research staff, many of whom are acknowledged as international research leaders working to solve real-world problems. Our emphasis on research-led teaching also gives us close contact with industry partners. Industry-based scholarships are an important part of most of our undergraduate programs and our faculty also provides scholarships to help students study and/or work abroad.
Strong industry recognitionGraduates from our School of Architecture and Built Environment are sought after worldwide. Their skills are recognised as among the best. Our degree programs are all accredited by their respective peak national professional bodies and, once out in the field our graduates are able to significantly contribute to the Australian economy through their work in the built environment.
The built environment: creative and challenging careersThe professions of architecture, construction management and industrial design offer exciting roles which let you use your vision and creativity to invent and design solutions to the problems of our built environment. Wonderful experiences and extensive opportunities exist all over the world and in vast areas of industry for these professionals, particularly those who have completed their degrees at well-respected institutions such as the University of Newcastle. In this light, I encourage you to consider a career in the built environment fields and to complete your degree at the University of Newcastle.
WELCOME
Professor John Carter Pro Vice-Chancellor Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment
Page 2 ARChiTECTuRE
Page 2 What is architecture?
Page 2 What do architects do?
Page 3 Why are architects important to our society?
Page 4 Women in architecture
Page 4 Where can architecture take you?
Page 5 How do I become an architect?
Page 6 Architecture at the University of Newcastle
Page 8 CONSTRuCTiON MANAgEMENT
Page 8 What is construction management?
Page 8 What do construction managers do?
Page 9 Why are construction managers important to our society?
Page 10 Women in construction management
Page 10 Where can construction management take you?
Page 10 How do I become a construction manager?
Page 11 Construction management at the University of Newcastle
Page 12 iNDuSTRiAL DESigN
Page 12 What is industrial design?
Page 12 What do industrial designers do?
Page 12 Why become an industrial designer and how important is industrial design?
Page 13 Where can industrial design take you?
Page 15 How do I become a industrial designer?
Page 16 Industrial design at the University of Newcastle
ARCHITECTUREArchitects are trained to be lateral thinkers, to carefully analyse a problem and consider possible solutions from a variety of perspectives and outcomes.
WHAT IS ARCHITECTURE?Some of the greatest structural achievements of the 20th century – such as the Sydney Opera House, New York’s Grand Central Station and the Chrysler Building – exist because architects applied their creative and structural knowledge to the way the built environment is planned, designed, made, used and maintained.
The buildings we live and work in shape our experiences, our memories and the way we view the world. Architects are responsible for designing all types of buildings, from homes, offices and schools to art galleries, factories and skyscrapers.
Imagine the dream house you’d like to build. Does it include a spectacular 20ft indoor skate ramp or is it an 80-storey office building towering over the city? You can see it in your mind but can it really be done? How would you make the building energy efficient simply through design? What materials would you use for the skate ramp? Your degree in architecture will equip you with the skills and practical knowledge to know the answers to these and many other challenges and bring real solutions to life.
Creativity. Fun. Good money. Good people. Practicality. A chance to make your dreams a reality. Architecture.
WHy ARE ARCHITECTS IMpORTANT TO OUR
SOCIETy?
WHAT DO ARCHITECTS DO?The word “architect” originates from the Greek word “arkhitekton”, meaning “master builder” or “chief workman” which suggest the role architects played in the construction of ancient Greek buildings. Today, an architect is defined as ‘a professionally trained designer with a practical understanding of construction, structures, materials and building science.’
Architects are the people who make great buildings happen. They are creative people who influence society by incorporating art, science, technology and environmental awareness to produce memorable and practical dwellings for residents, businesses and the community to enjoy.
As an architect, you will use your understanding of proportion, form, space, scale, texture, materials, building systems, pattern, rhythm and colour to effectively translate an idea into a design concept.
Whether you want to design an award-winning opera house or an ecologically friendly office building, as an architect you’ll create technical drawings to develop and document your design concept. These drawings are referred to as architectural drawings or plans.
Architects are trained to be lateral thinkers, to carefully analyse a problem and consider possible solutions from a variety of perspectives and outcomes.
Architecture is vitally important to shaping society in Australia and the world as the focus on sustaining human life increases along with the planet’s population.
Architects will lead the way by using holistic and creative thinking to produce integrated solutions to the challenges of the built and natural environments.
In this vision for the future, architects will be engaged in the development of: sustainable human settlements; urban design; master planning; disaster relief; international aid; property development; project and construction management; interior design; environmental conservation; technical systems design; furniture and industrial design; teaching; research; journalism; theatre; art and other areas not immediately related to the practice of architecture.
ARCHITECTURE FACT
ARCHITECTURE FACTFrancis greenway was a convict sent to Australia for committing forgery. he was emancipated due to his qualifications. he is responsible for the design of buildings such as the lighthouse at Sydney harbour’s South head, the hyde Park Barracks and part of the current NSW Parliament house.
Sydney Opera house – Designed by Danish architect Jørn utzon, the Sydney Opera house is one of the world’s most distinctive 20th century buildings and one of the most famous performing arts venues in the world. it was made a uNESCO World heritage Site in 2007.
GRADUATE pROFILE LACHLAN SEEGERSLachlan’s interest in architecture was evident from the time he started technical drawing as part of his wood and metal work classes at Gulgong High School. During these classes he would draw an object then build what he had drawn. This interest in design inspired Lachlan to study architecture.
As an architect, you will work with large specialist teams consisting of land surveyors, structural engineers, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, quantity surveyors, environmental engineers and other architects.
While the architect’s primary role is to design the building fabric and coordinate the input of all stakeholders, they are also often required to play a mediation role, working closely with user groups, clients, builders, trades-people, government bodies, councillors and consultants, balancing their needs and requirements. The architect has a key role to play in creating big picture dreams.
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After completing his Bachelor of Design (Architecture), at the University of Newcastle in 2005, he moved to Melbourne for work experience but returned in 2008 to undertake his Master of Architecture.
“Studying at the University of Newcastle was really enjoyable. In fact I moved to Melbourne in between completing my Bachelor of Design (Architecture) and starting my Master of Architecture to gain practical experience with
Architects Denton Corker Marshall. I ended up staying in Melbourne for two years but it was the great atmosphere at the School of Architecture and Built Environment that led me back to the University of Newcastle instead of RMIT.”
Lachlan has won several prestigious awards, the most recent being the 2010 AIA Design Medal for NSW graduates of architecture, the most prestigious graduation prize in the state. Other accolades include the University of Newcastle 2010 Chair of Architectural Design prize for his performance in the Master of Architecture, the 2009 Rice Daubney Design prize for the best fourth year architecture design performance and a commendation in the 2010 National Colourbond Steel Student Biennale, the most prestigious graduation prize in the nation awarded bi-annually for graduates of architecture.
“After winning these awards I received numerous job offers but for now, I’m happily employed at the University of Newcastle as a casual academic teaching and tutoring first to fourth year students. In 2011, I plan to move overseas for a few years of roaming.”
ARCHITECTUREArchitects are trained to be lateral thinkers, to carefully analyse a problem and consider possible solutions from a variety of perspectives and outcomes.
WHAT IS ARCHITECTURE?Some of the greatest structural achievements of the 20th century – such as the Sydney Opera House, New York’s Grand Central Station and the Chrysler Building – exist because architects applied their creative and structural knowledge to the way the built environment is planned, designed, made, used and maintained.
The buildings we live and work in shape our experiences, our memories and the way we view the world. Architects are responsible for designing all types of buildings, from homes, offices and schools to art galleries, factories and skyscrapers.
Imagine the dream house you’d like to build. Does it include a spectacular 20ft indoor skate ramp or is it an 80-storey office building towering over the city? You can see it in your mind but can it really be done? How would you make the building energy efficient simply through design? What materials would you use for the skate ramp? Your degree in architecture will equip you with the skills and practical knowledge to know the answers to these and many other challenges and bring real solutions to life.
Creativity. Fun. Good money. Good people. Practicality. A chance to make your dreams a reality. Architecture.
WHy ARE ARCHITECTS IMpORTANT TO OUR
SOCIETy?
WHAT DO ARCHITECTS DO?The word “architect” originates from the Greek word “arkhitekton”, meaning “master builder” or “chief workman” which suggest the role architects played in the construction of ancient Greek buildings. Today, an architect is defined as ‘a professionally trained designer with a practical understanding of construction, structures, materials and building science.’
Architects are the people who make great buildings happen. They are creative people who influence society by incorporating art, science, technology and environmental awareness to produce memorable and practical dwellings for residents, businesses and the community to enjoy.
As an architect, you will use your understanding of proportion, form, space, scale, texture, materials, building systems, pattern, rhythm and colour to effectively translate an idea into a design concept.
Whether you want to design an award-winning opera house or an ecologically friendly office building, as an architect you’ll create technical drawings to develop and document your design concept. These drawings are referred to as architectural drawings or plans.
Architects are trained to be lateral thinkers, to carefully analyse a problem and consider possible solutions from a variety of perspectives and outcomes.
Architecture is vitally important to shaping society in Australia and the world as the focus on sustaining human life increases along with the planet’s population.
Architects will lead the way by using holistic and creative thinking to produce integrated solutions to the challenges of the built and natural environments.
In this vision for the future, architects will be engaged in the development of: sustainable human settlements; urban design; master planning; disaster relief; international aid; property development; project and construction management; interior design; environmental conservation; technical systems design; furniture and industrial design; teaching; research; journalism; theatre; art and other areas not immediately related to the practice of architecture.
ARCHITECTURE FACT
ARCHITECTURE FACTFrancis greenway was a convict sent to Australia for committing forgery. he was emancipated due to his qualifications. he is responsible for the design of buildings such as the lighthouse at Sydney harbour’s South head, the hyde Park Barracks and part of the current NSW Parliament house.
Sydney Opera house – Designed by Danish architect Jørn utzon, the Sydney Opera house is one of the world’s most distinctive 20th century buildings and one of the most famous performing arts venues in the world. it was made a uNESCO World heritage Site in 2007.
GRADUATE pROFILE LACHLAN SEEGERSLachlan’s interest in architecture was evident from the time he started technical drawing as part of his wood and metal work classes at Gulgong High School. During these classes he would draw an object then build what he had drawn. This interest in design inspired Lachlan to study architecture.
As an architect, you will work with large specialist teams consisting of land surveyors, structural engineers, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, quantity surveyors, environmental engineers and other architects.
While the architect’s primary role is to design the building fabric and coordinate the input of all stakeholders, they are also often required to play a mediation role, working closely with user groups, clients, builders, trades-people, government bodies, councillors and consultants, balancing their needs and requirements. The architect has a key role to play in creating big picture dreams.
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After completing his Bachelor of Design (Architecture), at the University of Newcastle in 2005, he moved to Melbourne for work experience but returned in 2008 to undertake his Master of Architecture.
“Studying at the University of Newcastle was really enjoyable. In fact I moved to Melbourne in between completing my Bachelor of Design (Architecture) and starting my Master of Architecture to gain practical experience with
Architects Denton Corker Marshall. I ended up staying in Melbourne for two years but it was the great atmosphere at the School of Architecture and Built Environment that led me back to the University of Newcastle instead of RMIT.”
Lachlan has won several prestigious awards, the most recent being the 2010 AIA Design Medal for NSW graduates of architecture, the most prestigious graduation prize in the state. Other accolades include the University of Newcastle 2010 Chair of Architectural Design prize for his performance in the Master of Architecture, the 2009 Rice Daubney Design prize for the best fourth year architecture design performance and a commendation in the 2010 National Colourbond Steel Student Biennale, the most prestigious graduation prize in the nation awarded bi-annually for graduates of architecture.
“After winning these awards I received numerous job offers but for now, I’m happily employed at the University of Newcastle as a casual academic teaching and tutoring first to fourth year students. In 2011, I plan to move overseas for a few years of roaming.”
WOMEN IN ARCHITECTURE
Many people think architects are mostly men. It’s true that traditionally there are more male architects than females but today’s women are turning this tradition around!
These days, there are thousands of professional female architects with a career they love – a job they find intellectually and creatively stimulating and challenging. Employers have discovered women are a dynamic addition to the architecture world because they contribute another mindset to a traditionally male dominant field and are able to tackle challenges from a different perspective.
WHERE CAN ARCHITECTURE TAkE yOU?Architecture is one of the most influential professions in our global society. A career in architecture offers opportunities to shape and transform the environment in which we live.
Many students who enrol in an architecture program will move on to a satisfying career practising architecture in a private practice, working for a large firm or with a government organisation.
However, because an architect’s skills and training are so broad, there are also many opportunities to pursue careers outside mainstream architecture, such as:
HOW DO I BECOME AN ARCHITECT?So now you know what architecture is and the type of career you could have in this field, how can you become part of it? Following are some steps you can take towards your architecture career.
What makes a good architect?The role of an architect is quite diverse and so are the skills and personal qualities required. As such, students interested in a career in architecture are encouraged to develop broad interests in many areas. Good architects possess the following types of qualities and skills:
n An ability to analyse and critically assess problemsn An ability to see the big picture, as well as give attention to the smallest detailn An ability to communicate effectivelyn Imaginative and creative thinking skillsn An understanding of human behavioursn An understanding of history, culture and environmental concerns.
To qualify for a University of Newcastle architecture program, you will need good grades in your HSC.
What subjects should i do for the hSC?It is recommended you study some of the following subjects for your HSC. None of them is compulsory to gain entry into the University of Newcastle’s Bachelor of Design (Architecture), however, any combination of the following will assist you in becoming an architect:
n Artn Designn Graphicsn Englishn Computer studiesn Environmental studiesn Historyn Geographyn Physicsn Mathematicsn Communications and technology
GRADUATE pROFILE TARA MALLIEWith an interest in architecture that extends back to her mid-teens, Tara Mallie is among the handful of Australia’s practising Indigenous architects. Tara has acquired a quality tertiary qualification in architecture and arts from the University of Newcastle. Tara completed her undergraduate studies in architecture in 2004, and has subsequently completed her Master of Architecture and graduated with a Master of Philosophy (Architecture) in 2010.
Whilst completing her studies Tara worked for the New South Wales Government Architect’s Office within the Department of Services, Technology and Administration. Her design work has principally centred on the design of buildings used for education, such as schools. In her professional capacity, Tara believes, “Architecture is as much about the spaces that a building creates as it is about the structures themselves.”
Tara’s Masters thesis examines Aboriginal identity in Australian architecture. It’s an area where Tara has identified the need for new research, explaining that she hopes to “go beyond what is already available to discover completely new findings.”
“The University of Newcastle School of Architecture and Built Environment have a great integrated problem-based learning program that suited my learning style, in addition to preparing me to work in my professional career.”
ARCHITECTURE FACTimhotep – this ancient genius served under Egyptian Pharaoh Djoser and is considered to be the first architect in history known by name. he designed the famous Step Pyramid in Egypt.
What tertiary qualifications do i need?You will need to complete an accredited university architecture program. These programs are normally run for five years, including an undergraduate degree and a postgraduate qualification. To become a registered architect, architecture graduates are required to undertake practical work experience. Prior to registration, it is expected graduates will learn how to competently undertake an architectural project through all project phases, as well as have a sound knowledge of legal and contractual issues related to the practice of architecture.
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n Urban planning and designn Property developmentn Asset managementn Project managementn Interior designn Environmental designn Construction managementn Furniture design
n Teaching/researchn Construction lawn Theatre designn Disaster reliefn International aid n Conservation
ARCHITECTURE FACTWalter Burley griffin was an American architect who won a competition to develop the design for the city of Canberra. The city’s Lake Burley griffin is named after him.
WOMEN IN ARCHITECTURE
Many people think architects are mostly men. It’s true that traditionally there are more male architects than females but today’s women are turning this tradition around!
These days, there are thousands of professional female architects with a career they love – a job they find intellectually and creatively stimulating and challenging. Employers have discovered women are a dynamic addition to the architecture world because they contribute another mindset to a traditionally male dominant field and are able to tackle challenges from a different perspective.
WHERE CAN ARCHITECTURE TAkE yOU?Architecture is one of the most influential professions in our global society. A career in architecture offers opportunities to shape and transform the environment in which we live.
Many students who enrol in an architecture program will move on to a satisfying career practising architecture in a private practice, working for a large firm or with a government organisation.
However, because an architect’s skills and training are so broad, there are also many opportunities to pursue careers outside mainstream architecture, such as:
HOW DO I BECOME AN ARCHITECT?So now you know what architecture is and the type of career you could have in this field, how can you become part of it? Following are some steps you can take towards your architecture career.
What makes a good architect?The role of an architect is quite diverse and so are the skills and personal qualities required. As such, students interested in a career in architecture are encouraged to develop broad interests in many areas. Good architects possess the following types of qualities and skills:
n An ability to analyse and critically assess problemsn An ability to see the big picture, as well as give attention to the smallest detailn An ability to communicate effectivelyn Imaginative and creative thinking skillsn An understanding of human behavioursn An understanding of history, culture and environmental concerns.
To qualify for a University of Newcastle architecture program, you will need good grades in your HSC.
What subjects should i do for the hSC?It is recommended you study some of the following subjects for your HSC. None of them is compulsory to gain entry into the University of Newcastle’s Bachelor of Design (Architecture), however, any combination of the following will assist you in becoming an architect:
n Artn Designn Graphicsn Englishn Computer studiesn Environmental studiesn Historyn Geographyn Physicsn Mathematicsn Communications and technology
GRADUATE pROFILE TARA MALLIEWith an interest in architecture that extends back to her mid-teens, Tara Mallie is among the handful of Australia’s practising Indigenous architects. Tara has acquired a quality tertiary qualification in architecture and arts from the University of Newcastle. Tara completed her undergraduate studies in architecture in 2004, and has subsequently completed her Master of Architecture and graduated with a Master of Philosophy (Architecture) in 2010.
Whilst completing her studies Tara worked for the New South Wales Government Architect’s Office within the Department of Services, Technology and Administration. Her design work has principally centred on the design of buildings used for education, such as schools. In her professional capacity, Tara believes, “Architecture is as much about the spaces that a building creates as it is about the structures themselves.”
Tara’s Masters thesis examines Aboriginal identity in Australian architecture. It’s an area where Tara has identified the need for new research, explaining that she hopes to “go beyond what is already available to discover completely new findings.”
“The University of Newcastle School of Architecture and Built Environment have a great integrated problem-based learning program that suited my learning style, in addition to preparing me to work in my professional career.”
ARCHITECTURE FACTimhotep – this ancient genius served under Egyptian Pharaoh Djoser and is considered to be the first architect in history known by name. he designed the famous Step Pyramid in Egypt.
What tertiary qualifications do i need?You will need to complete an accredited university architecture program. These programs are normally run for five years, including an undergraduate degree and a postgraduate qualification. To become a registered architect, architecture graduates are required to undertake practical work experience. Prior to registration, it is expected graduates will learn how to competently undertake an architectural project through all project phases, as well as have a sound knowledge of legal and contractual issues related to the practice of architecture.
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n Urban planning and designn Property developmentn Asset managementn Project managementn Interior designn Environmental designn Construction managementn Furniture design
n Teaching/researchn Construction lawn Theatre designn Disaster reliefn International aid n Conservation
ARCHITECTURE FACTWalter Burley griffin was an American architect who won a competition to develop the design for the city of Canberra. The city’s Lake Burley griffin is named after him.
ARCHITECTURE FACTThe Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia are currently the world’s tallest twin buildings and were designed by Cesar Pelli, an Argentine-American architect. The 88-floor towers were designed to resemble motifs found in islamic art – a reflection of Malaysia’s Muslim religion.
GRADUATE AND LECTURER pROFILERAMSEy AWAD Ramsey was our first architecture graduate to go on to complete the University of Newcastle construction management degree and has had a highly successful career in the private and public sector. He has recently returned to Newcastle and joined the School of Architecture and Built Environment as a Senior Lecturer.
During his career as an Executive Director with Ernst & Young’s Advisory Practice and a Senior Executive with various government agencies he helped to deliver some of Australia’s most critical and complex projects including:n The Clinical Services Redesign Program $70m
The largest performance improvement and change management initiative to ever be undertaken within Australia to redesign the delivery of health care services across the state of NSW.
n The Newcastle Strategy $500mHealth capital works program including Australia’s first Public Private Partnership hospital.
n The Walsh Bay Redevelopment $1bn The Circular Quay Redevelopment $65m
Ramsey has also undertaken studies at the business schools of both Harvard and Cambridge universities.
As an undergraduate, Ramsey felt that the intimate scale of both the city and University created an atmosphere that cultivated durable friendships and business relationships. He is proud to now be a member of the faculty and believes that the “University of Newcastle offers students a unique opportunity to live in a wonderful city while attaining a world class education”.
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ARCHITECTURE AT THE UNIVERSITy OF NEWCASTLEWhy study with us?Deciding where you will complete your architecture degree is a significant decision to make and being informed is very important. To help you, we have put together some information about our architecture program.
Be rewardedThe University of Newcastle is committed to rewarding high achieving HSC students. Commencing in 2009, the HSC Bonus Points Scheme is for applicants applying to specific programs at the University of Newcastle. Visit the University’s website for details on which HSC subjects and bands attract bonus points in specific programs www.newcastle.edu.au
Be recognisedThe University of Newcastle architecture program is commonly referred to as one of the best in Australia. As such, it has attracted the attention of architectural academics from Europe, Asia and the USA. The Australian Good Universities Guide (Ashenden and Milligan) has stated the University of Newcastle architecture program is
ARCHITECTURE FACTin 2004, Zaha hadid, an architect from iraq, became the first female recipient of the Pritzker Architecture Prize, architecture’s equivalent of the Nobel Prize. hadid is very busy and splits her time between running her London-based architectural practice and teaching architecture at prestigious institutions around the world.
“widely regarded as one of the best schools in the country”. University of Newcastle graduates and students are also regular winners of industry and professional awards and competitions at state, national and international levels.
Our program is fully accredited by the Royal Australian Institute of Architects, the NSW Board of Architects and the Commonwealth Association of Architects.
World-class trainingA student-centred approach to learning, enthusiastic staff, an attractive campus and excellent facilities offer our architecture students a unique opportunity for effective learning and satisfying personal development.
Our Problem Based Learning (PBL) approach has been shown to produce graduates who are immediately employable in architects’ offices, public authorities, building organisations and in the field of project management. One facet of this PBL approach is for our architecture students to work on simulated real-life projects in a purpose built, award winning architecture design studio, which provides a working environment comparable to a professional office.
Additionally, students are also involved in Research Led Learning (RLL), which allows them to develop valuable research skills. This has been implemented in response to requests from industry and professional groups.
Excellent employment prospectsUniversity of Newcastle architecture graduates are successful in obtaining employment. Many graduates have entered the workforce in advanced positions within leading architecture practices and organisations.
The combination of the University of Newcastle’s strong reputation and its PBL and RLL teaching approaches provides relevant skills for employment in diverse fields such as international aid agencies, journalism, infrastructure planning, property development, conservation and research.
For more detailed information on the architecture program available at the University of Newcastle, visit www.newcastle.edu.au
ARCHITECTURE FACTThe Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia are currently the world’s tallest twin buildings and were designed by Cesar Pelli, an Argentine-American architect. The 88-floor towers were designed to resemble motifs found in islamic art – a reflection of Malaysia’s Muslim religion.
GRADUATE AND LECTURER pROFILERAMSEy AWAD Ramsey was our first architecture graduate to go on to complete the University of Newcastle construction management degree and has had a highly successful career in the private and public sector. He has recently returned to Newcastle and joined the School of Architecture and Built Environment as a Senior Lecturer.
During his career as an Executive Director with Ernst & Young’s Advisory Practice and a Senior Executive with various government agencies he helped to deliver some of Australia’s most critical and complex projects including:n The Clinical Services Redesign Program $70m
The largest performance improvement and change management initiative to ever be undertaken within Australia to redesign the delivery of health care services across the state of NSW.
n The Newcastle Strategy $500mHealth capital works program including Australia’s first Public Private Partnership hospital.
n The Walsh Bay Redevelopment $1bn The Circular Quay Redevelopment $65m
Ramsey has also undertaken studies at the business schools of both Harvard and Cambridge universities.
As an undergraduate, Ramsey felt that the intimate scale of both the city and University created an atmosphere that cultivated durable friendships and business relationships. He is proud to now be a member of the faculty and believes that the “University of Newcastle offers students a unique opportunity to live in a wonderful city while attaining a world class education”.
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ARCHITECTURE AT THE UNIVERSITy OF NEWCASTLEWhy study with us?Deciding where you will complete your architecture degree is a significant decision to make and being informed is very important. To help you, we have put together some information about our architecture program.
Be rewardedThe University of Newcastle is committed to rewarding high achieving HSC students. Commencing in 2009, the HSC Bonus Points Scheme is for applicants applying to specific programs at the University of Newcastle. Visit the University’s website for details on which HSC subjects and bands attract bonus points in specific programs www.newcastle.edu.au
Be recognisedThe University of Newcastle architecture program is commonly referred to as one of the best in Australia. As such, it has attracted the attention of architectural academics from Europe, Asia and the USA. The Australian Good Universities Guide (Ashenden and Milligan) has stated the University of Newcastle architecture program is
ARCHITECTURE FACTin 2004, Zaha hadid, an architect from iraq, became the first female recipient of the Pritzker Architecture Prize, architecture’s equivalent of the Nobel Prize. hadid is very busy and splits her time between running her London-based architectural practice and teaching architecture at prestigious institutions around the world.
“widely regarded as one of the best schools in the country”. University of Newcastle graduates and students are also regular winners of industry and professional awards and competitions at state, national and international levels.
Our program is fully accredited by the Royal Australian Institute of Architects, the NSW Board of Architects and the Commonwealth Association of Architects.
World-class trainingA student-centred approach to learning, enthusiastic staff, an attractive campus and excellent facilities offer our architecture students a unique opportunity for effective learning and satisfying personal development.
Our Problem Based Learning (PBL) approach has been shown to produce graduates who are immediately employable in architects’ offices, public authorities, building organisations and in the field of project management. One facet of this PBL approach is for our architecture students to work on simulated real-life projects in a purpose built, award winning architecture design studio, which provides a working environment comparable to a professional office.
Additionally, students are also involved in Research Led Learning (RLL), which allows them to develop valuable research skills. This has been implemented in response to requests from industry and professional groups.
Excellent employment prospectsUniversity of Newcastle architecture graduates are successful in obtaining employment. Many graduates have entered the workforce in advanced positions within leading architecture practices and organisations.
The combination of the University of Newcastle’s strong reputation and its PBL and RLL teaching approaches provides relevant skills for employment in diverse fields such as international aid agencies, journalism, infrastructure planning, property development, conservation and research.
For more detailed information on the architecture program available at the University of Newcastle, visit www.newcastle.edu.au
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENTThere are probably a bigger variety of challenging and rewarding career paths in building than in most other industries.
WHAT IS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT?Are you aware you have grown up around the building and construction industry your entire life? The building and construction industry is constantly adding to and changing your world. From the home you live in to your school, from the roads you travel to the water and electricity supply essential to your day-to-day living, the building and construction industry is responsible for it all.
If you think building and construction is about digging holes, hammering nails and laying bricks, think again. There are probably a bigger variety of challenging and rewarding career paths in building than in most other industries.
Each and every construction project sets forth a variety of complex challenges. It is the responsibility of construction managers to coordinate the delivery of these projects. To do this, they use a combination of their technical understanding of the construction processes and resource management, while maintaining and managing the legal and financial aspects required for the project.
WHAT DO CONSTRUCTION MANAGERS DO?Your work as a construction manager may see you working on a variety of projects at any one time and will require you to be organised and well informed.
Using their ability to lead and communicate, construction managers plan, direct, and coordinate a wide variety of construction projects, including the building of all types of residential, commercial and industrial structures, roads, bridges, wastewater treatment plants, schools and hospitals.
Although they usually play no direct role in the actual construction of a project, construction managers schedule and coordinate all of the design and construction processes – including the selection, hiring and supervision of trade contractors.
As a construction manager, you may oversee an entire project or just part of a project. Large construction projects – such as office buildings or an industrial complex – are often too complicated for one person to manage. Therefore, these projects are divided into many segments, including: site preparation, including land clearing and earth moving; sewage systems; landscaping and road construction; building construction, including excavation and laying of foundations and erection of the structural framework, floors, walls, and roofs; and building systems, including fire-protection, electrical, plumbing, air-conditioning, and heating.
Depending on the project, construction managers may be in charge of one or more of these activities.
A typical day for a construction manager may include:
n Planning construction methods and procedures
n Coordinating the supply of labour and materials
n Supervising construction sites, site managers and subcontractors
n Studying building contract documents
n Negotiating with building owners and subcontractors
n Preparing cost estimates and documentation for contract bids
n Controlling payments to subcontractors
n Ensuring building regulations, standards and by-laws are enforced in building operations
n Consulting with architects, engineers and other technical workers to ensure design intentions are met
Construction managers generally work out of a main office from which the overall construction project is monitored or out of a field office at the construction site. New advances in telecommunications and internet access allow construction managers to be out in the field while still keeping in touch with main offices and contractors.
Travelling and working as part of a dynamic team are two benefits of working in the construction field. There is ample opportunity for construction managers to work overseas.
STAFF pROFILEMARCUS JEFFERIESMarcus Jefferies has been a lecturer in construction management in the School of Architecture and Built Environment at the University of Newcastle for almost 10 years. His teaching experience, combined with his extensive construction industry experience, means Marcus’ students receive an education based on the “real world”.
Originally from the UK, Marcus started his professional career as a quantity surveyor before undertaking his studies in construction management. Upon graduation, he worked in various site management roles in the UK and was involved in building the new Severn Bridge Crossing which links England with Wales.
Marcus also spent three years in south east Asia where he held a project management role on the new Chek Lap Kok Airport in Hong Kong (pictured). As part of this development, Marcus worked on important projects such as building a new extension to the original island which was to house the airport, constructing roads and tunnels to link the island with the mainland and on building the Norman Foster designed terminal building.
During his time at the University of Newcastle, Marcus has extended his qualifications by completing a Masters degree and is currently studying his PhD. He has also completed several important research projects in collaboration with major Australian contractors including Thiess, Leighton, Abi Group and Multiplex.
Marcus is a registered chartered builder and has won various prizes awarded by his fellow professionals, including the 2004 Australian Institute of Building NSW Chapter, Medal for Research.
WHy ARE CONSTRUCTION MANAGERS IMpORTANT
TO OUR SOCIETy?
There has never been a better time to start a career in the construction industry. Construction is the industry of the future and it offers an incredible range of career opportunities. A growing population means an increasing demand in all infrastructure, including homes, shops, restaurants, office buildings, roads – anything you can think of. And someone has to design, build, promote, maintain and renovate them. Someone clever, committed and highly skilled.
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, construction is one of Australia’s largest industries, is a major contributor to the economy and was responsible for almost 7% of the total Australian economy in 2007.*
The construction industry employs approximately 860,000 people. That’s 8.6% of the total workforce, which makes it huge! And not just huge but expanding. Housing alone makes up half of those figures and, of that, half is accounted for the ever-growing renovations market. Together, these workers greatly
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contribute to Australia’s infrastructure by underpinning the nation’s economic and social fabric.
If you’re passionate about the environment, the building industry promises to be one of the most exciting challenges of this century. Through initiatives like GreenSmart – an industry-led initiative which is dramatically reducing the environmental impact of our homes – the industry is committed to developing new technologies for environmentally sustainable developments.
The opportunities are there. With a labour and skills shortage in this industry, now is the time to build yourself a better career.
*Australian Bureau of Statistics, 1301.0 – Year Book Australia, 2008
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT FACT:As of 2010, the tallest building in the world is the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, uAE. it reaches an incredible 828 metres (2717 feet) in height. Architects and engineers, some from Australia, worked together to develop the building form and the structural system, resulting in a tower which efficiently manages its response to the wind, while maintaining the integrity of the design concept. The project was a massive undertaking, one that had paired bold vision with a courageous leap into the engineering unknown.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENTThere are probably a bigger variety of challenging and rewarding career paths in building than in most other industries.
WHAT IS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT?Are you aware you have grown up around the building and construction industry your entire life? The building and construction industry is constantly adding to and changing your world. From the home you live in to your school, from the roads you travel to the water and electricity supply essential to your day-to-day living, the building and construction industry is responsible for it all.
If you think building and construction is about digging holes, hammering nails and laying bricks, think again. There are probably a bigger variety of challenging and rewarding career paths in building than in most other industries.
Each and every construction project sets forth a variety of complex challenges. It is the responsibility of construction managers to coordinate the delivery of these projects. To do this, they use a combination of their technical understanding of the construction processes and resource management, while maintaining and managing the legal and financial aspects required for the project.
WHAT DO CONSTRUCTION MANAGERS DO?Your work as a construction manager may see you working on a variety of projects at any one time and will require you to be organised and well informed.
Using their ability to lead and communicate, construction managers plan, direct, and coordinate a wide variety of construction projects, including the building of all types of residential, commercial and industrial structures, roads, bridges, wastewater treatment plants, schools and hospitals.
Although they usually play no direct role in the actual construction of a project, construction managers schedule and coordinate all of the design and construction processes – including the selection, hiring and supervision of trade contractors.
As a construction manager, you may oversee an entire project or just part of a project. Large construction projects – such as office buildings or an industrial complex – are often too complicated for one person to manage. Therefore, these projects are divided into many segments, including: site preparation, including land clearing and earth moving; sewage systems; landscaping and road construction; building construction, including excavation and laying of foundations and erection of the structural framework, floors, walls, and roofs; and building systems, including fire-protection, electrical, plumbing, air-conditioning, and heating.
Depending on the project, construction managers may be in charge of one or more of these activities.
A typical day for a construction manager may include:
n Planning construction methods and procedures
n Coordinating the supply of labour and materials
n Supervising construction sites, site managers and subcontractors
n Studying building contract documents
n Negotiating with building owners and subcontractors
n Preparing cost estimates and documentation for contract bids
n Controlling payments to subcontractors
n Ensuring building regulations, standards and by-laws are enforced in building operations
n Consulting with architects, engineers and other technical workers to ensure design intentions are met
Construction managers generally work out of a main office from which the overall construction project is monitored or out of a field office at the construction site. New advances in telecommunications and internet access allow construction managers to be out in the field while still keeping in touch with main offices and contractors.
Travelling and working as part of a dynamic team are two benefits of working in the construction field. There is ample opportunity for construction managers to work overseas.
STAFF pROFILEMARCUS JEFFERIESMarcus Jefferies has been a lecturer in construction management in the School of Architecture and Built Environment at the University of Newcastle for almost 10 years. His teaching experience, combined with his extensive construction industry experience, means Marcus’ students receive an education based on the “real world”.
Originally from the UK, Marcus started his professional career as a quantity surveyor before undertaking his studies in construction management. Upon graduation, he worked in various site management roles in the UK and was involved in building the new Severn Bridge Crossing which links England with Wales.
Marcus also spent three years in south east Asia where he held a project management role on the new Chek Lap Kok Airport in Hong Kong (pictured). As part of this development, Marcus worked on important projects such as building a new extension to the original island which was to house the airport, constructing roads and tunnels to link the island with the mainland and on building the Norman Foster designed terminal building.
During his time at the University of Newcastle, Marcus has extended his qualifications by completing a Masters degree and is currently studying his PhD. He has also completed several important research projects in collaboration with major Australian contractors including Thiess, Leighton, Abi Group and Multiplex.
Marcus is a registered chartered builder and has won various prizes awarded by his fellow professionals, including the 2004 Australian Institute of Building NSW Chapter, Medal for Research.
WHy ARE CONSTRUCTION MANAGERS IMpORTANT
TO OUR SOCIETy?
There has never been a better time to start a career in the construction industry. Construction is the industry of the future and it offers an incredible range of career opportunities. A growing population means an increasing demand in all infrastructure, including homes, shops, restaurants, office buildings, roads – anything you can think of. And someone has to design, build, promote, maintain and renovate them. Someone clever, committed and highly skilled.
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, construction is one of Australia’s largest industries, is a major contributor to the economy and was responsible for almost 7% of the total Australian economy in 2007.*
The construction industry employs approximately 860,000 people. That’s 8.6% of the total workforce, which makes it huge! And not just huge but expanding. Housing alone makes up half of those figures and, of that, half is accounted for the ever-growing renovations market. Together, these workers greatly
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contribute to Australia’s infrastructure by underpinning the nation’s economic and social fabric.
If you’re passionate about the environment, the building industry promises to be one of the most exciting challenges of this century. Through initiatives like GreenSmart – an industry-led initiative which is dramatically reducing the environmental impact of our homes – the industry is committed to developing new technologies for environmentally sustainable developments.
The opportunities are there. With a labour and skills shortage in this industry, now is the time to build yourself a better career.
*Australian Bureau of Statistics, 1301.0 – Year Book Australia, 2008
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT FACT:As of 2010, the tallest building in the world is the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, uAE. it reaches an incredible 828 metres (2717 feet) in height. Architects and engineers, some from Australia, worked together to develop the building form and the structural system, resulting in a tower which efficiently manages its response to the wind, while maintaining the integrity of the design concept. The project was a massive undertaking, one that had paired bold vision with a courageous leap into the engineering unknown.
WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENTWhen you think of a construction manager, you are probably picturing a man. This is the general assumption and the number of women in construction has traditionally been low. But this is changing and women are challenging the stereotypes.
There are thousands of women working in construction management, doing a job they find intellectually and professionally stimulating and challenging. Women bring a different perspective to these types of jobs because they excel in a number of important skills such as team work and client communications. So, women who study construction management can go on to have great careers in the construction industry.
There are even organisations especially for women in the construction industry. The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is one such organisation, providing support and professional development resources for women in the industry.
There are also various options for financial assistance for women studying construction management at university. The University of Newcastle offers the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Scholarship, as well as many other scholarships applicable to women studying construction management.
WHERE CAN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT TAkE yOU?The building and construction industries offer many exciting and rewarding career options for young Australians. There are jobs in construction you may have never thought of.
The University of Newcastle’s Bachelor of Construction Management Degree qualifies you for careers in project management, property development, estimating, quantity surveying, facilities management and building inspection.
Construction managers might be found working for contractors in the building or civil engineering industries.
There are also opportunities to work with Federal, State or Local Government authorities. The University currently has graduates employed in major cities and countries as diverse as Dubai, the UK, Scandinavia, France, Malaysia, Singapore and China. There is also the choice to pursue an academic career as a post-graduate researcher or as a lecturer for those who graduate with first class Honours.
In an industry experiencing a chronic skills shortage, rewards for successful construction managers are considerable. They include opportunities for international travel and a median salary placing it in the top ten professions in the Sydney job market.
HOW DO I BECOME A CONSTRUCTION MANAGER?So now you know what construction management is, do you want to become a construction manager? Great! Following are some steps you can take towards your construction management career.
What makes a good construction manager?A good construction manager has a diverse range of skills which allow them to successfully manage the delivery of complex construction projects. These skills include well-developed communication skills, an ability to interpret plans and drawings, management and leadership abilities, problem-solving skills and the ability to manage and run a business enterprise.
What subjects should i do for the hSC?The study of construction management generally has no pre-requisite areas of study but students will need to have good literacy and numeracy levels. Enrolling in HSC subjects, such as English and mathematics, would be an advantage.
What tertiary qualifications do i need?Employers prefer individuals who combine construction industry work experience with a Bachelor Degree in Construction Management, so you will need to enrol in an accredited university program. These programs are normally four years in duration and include an intensive period of industry experience.
To find out more about the construction management program at the University of Newcastle, visit www.newcastle.edu.au
STUDENT pROFILESALLy HANCOCk Working as a project manager in a different field Sally decided that she wanted to steer her career towards the construction industry, “I always had a fascination for construction though never explored it as a career option.” This move didn’t prove to be easy as she was told that she was wasting her time as she didn’t have the relevant qualifications. So at the age of 25 Sally decided that she would go to university to gain the qualifications that she needed. “I left my job and great lifestyle in Melbourne and moved back in with Mum and Dad, and started a construction management degree at the University of Newcastle. It was without a doubt the best decision I ever made! I was able to study online as well as on campus and had support from the faculty staff which was fantastic.” Sally received a scholarship from the National Association of Women in Construction which helped her fund her study abroad in the USA – “I spent a semester studying in New York which contributed to my degree and gave me some great experiences as well as opening my eyes to how the rest of the world builds.”
Sally has been working in the industry while she has been studying and upon her return from the USA in 2008 she started work, as a building cadet, on a remote island off the coast of the Northern Territory and left in 2010 as a project manager who managed projects worth approximately $10 million.
Sally graduated from the University of Newcastle in 2010 with a Bachelor of Construction Management (Building) and is preparing to move to China to project manage the construction of a concentrator in Mongolia. This is a two year project and will be the biggest building in the country. “I’m extremely excited about the opportunity to work overseas and the experiences this role will provide for my career.”
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT THE UNIVERSITy OF NEWCASTLEWhy study with us?Deciding where you’ll complete your construction management degree is a significant decision and being informed is very important. To help you, we have put together some information about our construction management program.
Be rewardedThe University of Newcastle is committed to rewarding high achieving HSC students. Commencing in 2009, the HSC Bonus Points Scheme is for applicants applying to specific programs at the University of Newcastle. Visit the University’s website for details on which HSC Subjects and Bands attract bonus points in specific programs: www.newcastle.edu.au
Be recognisedOur courses combine Problem Based Learning (PBL) and reflective professional practice to solve real world challenges faced by construction managers, building surveyors, engineers, and quantity-surveying professionals. Our PBL approach gives students a holistic understanding of the construction project environment and, more importantly, practical industry skills.
Our courses are designed to offer flexibility. Students have the option of studying full-time on-campus or while employed in the industry, through distance learning from anywhere in the world. Our enthusiastic local and international teaching staff are committed to providing education of the highest quality.
The University of Newcastle program is accredited by:
n Australian Institute of Buildingn Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyorsn Chartered Institute of Building n Singapore Institute of Surveyors and Valuers
World-class trainingThe Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment has an outstanding reputation for the highest quality in teaching and research. There are various areas in which the Faculty conducts research, including construction. All areas have a focus on understanding and shaping the world in which we live, improving the way human beings do things and finding smart solutions for society’s problems – from the everyday to the complex. As such, the interaction between our staff – in both their teaching and research – directly benefits our students.
Excellent employment prospectsOur program is professional. It prepares our graduates for a range of careers in the construction industry. If your aim is to become a professional with a quality degree behind you, then you should consider the University of Newcastle’s Bachelor of Construction Management.
For more detailed information on the construction management program at the University of Newcastle, visit www.newcastle.edu.au
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT FACT:The new 91,000 seat Beijing National Stadium, known as the “Bird’s Nest,” was the main venue of the 2008 Olympic games. it is surrounded in a membrane resembling a giant bird’s nest which is curved and double-layered. its aesthetic design is soundproof, wind-proof, rainproof and even uV protected.
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CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT FACT:Did you know the current median salary for Construction Managers is $121,000 pa (source: http:mycareer.com.au 21/6/10).
WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENTWhen you think of a construction manager, you are probably picturing a man. This is the general assumption and the number of women in construction has traditionally been low. But this is changing and women are challenging the stereotypes.
There are thousands of women working in construction management, doing a job they find intellectually and professionally stimulating and challenging. Women bring a different perspective to these types of jobs because they excel in a number of important skills such as team work and client communications. So, women who study construction management can go on to have great careers in the construction industry.
There are even organisations especially for women in the construction industry. The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is one such organisation, providing support and professional development resources for women in the industry.
There are also various options for financial assistance for women studying construction management at university. The University of Newcastle offers the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Scholarship, as well as many other scholarships applicable to women studying construction management.
WHERE CAN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT TAkE yOU?The building and construction industries offer many exciting and rewarding career options for young Australians. There are jobs in construction you may have never thought of.
The University of Newcastle’s Bachelor of Construction Management Degree qualifies you for careers in project management, property development, estimating, quantity surveying, facilities management and building inspection.
Construction managers might be found working for contractors in the building or civil engineering industries.
There are also opportunities to work with Federal, State or Local Government authorities. The University currently has graduates employed in major cities and countries as diverse as Dubai, the UK, Scandinavia, France, Malaysia, Singapore and China. There is also the choice to pursue an academic career as a post-graduate researcher or as a lecturer for those who graduate with first class Honours.
In an industry experiencing a chronic skills shortage, rewards for successful construction managers are considerable. They include opportunities for international travel and a median salary placing it in the top ten professions in the Sydney job market.
HOW DO I BECOME A CONSTRUCTION MANAGER?So now you know what construction management is, do you want to become a construction manager? Great! Following are some steps you can take towards your construction management career.
What makes a good construction manager?A good construction manager has a diverse range of skills which allow them to successfully manage the delivery of complex construction projects. These skills include well-developed communication skills, an ability to interpret plans and drawings, management and leadership abilities, problem-solving skills and the ability to manage and run a business enterprise.
What subjects should i do for the hSC?The study of construction management generally has no pre-requisite areas of study but students will need to have good literacy and numeracy levels. Enrolling in HSC subjects, such as English and mathematics, would be an advantage.
What tertiary qualifications do i need?Employers prefer individuals who combine construction industry work experience with a Bachelor Degree in Construction Management, so you will need to enrol in an accredited university program. These programs are normally four years in duration and include an intensive period of industry experience.
To find out more about the construction management program at the University of Newcastle, visit www.newcastle.edu.au
STUDENT pROFILESALLy HANCOCk Working as a project manager in a different field Sally decided that she wanted to steer her career towards the construction industry, “I always had a fascination for construction though never explored it as a career option.” This move didn’t prove to be easy as she was told that she was wasting her time as she didn’t have the relevant qualifications. So at the age of 25 Sally decided that she would go to university to gain the qualifications that she needed. “I left my job and great lifestyle in Melbourne and moved back in with Mum and Dad, and started a construction management degree at the University of Newcastle. It was without a doubt the best decision I ever made! I was able to study online as well as on campus and had support from the faculty staff which was fantastic.” Sally received a scholarship from the National Association of Women in Construction which helped her fund her study abroad in the USA – “I spent a semester studying in New York which contributed to my degree and gave me some great experiences as well as opening my eyes to how the rest of the world builds.”
Sally has been working in the industry while she has been studying and upon her return from the USA in 2008 she started work, as a building cadet, on a remote island off the coast of the Northern Territory and left in 2010 as a project manager who managed projects worth approximately $10 million.
Sally graduated from the University of Newcastle in 2010 with a Bachelor of Construction Management (Building) and is preparing to move to China to project manage the construction of a concentrator in Mongolia. This is a two year project and will be the biggest building in the country. “I’m extremely excited about the opportunity to work overseas and the experiences this role will provide for my career.”
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT THE UNIVERSITy OF NEWCASTLEWhy study with us?Deciding where you’ll complete your construction management degree is a significant decision and being informed is very important. To help you, we have put together some information about our construction management program.
Be rewardedThe University of Newcastle is committed to rewarding high achieving HSC students. Commencing in 2009, the HSC Bonus Points Scheme is for applicants applying to specific programs at the University of Newcastle. Visit the University’s website for details on which HSC Subjects and Bands attract bonus points in specific programs: www.newcastle.edu.au
Be recognisedOur courses combine Problem Based Learning (PBL) and reflective professional practice to solve real world challenges faced by construction managers, building surveyors, engineers, and quantity-surveying professionals. Our PBL approach gives students a holistic understanding of the construction project environment and, more importantly, practical industry skills.
Our courses are designed to offer flexibility. Students have the option of studying full-time on-campus or while employed in the industry, through distance learning from anywhere in the world. Our enthusiastic local and international teaching staff are committed to providing education of the highest quality.
The University of Newcastle program is accredited by:
n Australian Institute of Buildingn Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyorsn Chartered Institute of Building n Singapore Institute of Surveyors and Valuers
World-class trainingThe Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment has an outstanding reputation for the highest quality in teaching and research. There are various areas in which the Faculty conducts research, including construction. All areas have a focus on understanding and shaping the world in which we live, improving the way human beings do things and finding smart solutions for society’s problems – from the everyday to the complex. As such, the interaction between our staff – in both their teaching and research – directly benefits our students.
Excellent employment prospectsOur program is professional. It prepares our graduates for a range of careers in the construction industry. If your aim is to become a professional with a quality degree behind you, then you should consider the University of Newcastle’s Bachelor of Construction Management.
For more detailed information on the construction management program at the University of Newcastle, visit www.newcastle.edu.au
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT FACT:The new 91,000 seat Beijing National Stadium, known as the “Bird’s Nest,” was the main venue of the 2008 Olympic games. it is surrounded in a membrane resembling a giant bird’s nest which is curved and double-layered. its aesthetic design is soundproof, wind-proof, rainproof and even uV protected.
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CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT FACT:Did you know the current median salary for Construction Managers is $121,000 pa (source: http:mycareer.com.au 21/6/10).
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN industrial designers explore solutions to meet marketing, manufacturing and financial requirements and arrive at the optimum design of a product.
WHAT IS INDUSTRIAL DESIGN?Integrating the four main concerns of design – style, function, manufacturing and marketing – industrial design is involved in just about every aspect of life. Consumer products and their packaging, furniture, transport, interiors, set design, exhibitions and displays are all shaped by industrial design. Virtually every manufactured object in the world is the result of the work of an industrial designer.
Industrial designers explore solutions to meet marketing, manufacturing and financial requirements and arrive at the optimum design of a product. They consider both functional and aesthetic aspects and pay particular attention to ergonomics – those factors which relate to ease of use and human behaviour.
Creating and producing designs for commercial, medical and industrial products – from wheels to heavy machinery, toasters to furniture, theatre beds to cars – industrial designers are involved in both the initial development of products and improving and updating existing products.
WHAT DO INDUSTRIAL DESIGNERS DO?Your work as an industrial designer will see you facing exciting challenges, using your judgment, understanding of materials and production and creativity skills every day.
An industrial designer could be described as a cross between an engineer and a sculptor.
Using attention to detail and practicality, professional industrial designers work in studios creating and refining hand drawn and computer aided designs. They also spend time outside the studio, observing and researching product usage, methods of production, materials and production processes. Using this research, they then prepare models and prototypes to demonstrate and test their product designs.
Once the testing stage is completed, the industrial designer will undertake the following steps of the development process:
n Select components and materials
n Determine assembly and manufacturing details
n Produce digital and documentary instructions for others involved in the manufacturing process
n Organise and oversee tooling to prepare for production
n Develop and oversee subsequent adjustments and refinements to the product.
Industrial designers often work as part of a product development team. While other specialists such as electronics designers and mechanical engineers work on circuit boards and mechanical mechanisms, the industrial designer oversees the overall structure of the product, its appearance and the way it operates.
As an industrial designer, you can choose to specialise in specific industry areas or you may prefer the challenge and variety of addressing an endless array of different design problems as a consultant.
WHy BECOME AN INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER AND HOW IMpORTANT IS INDUSTRIAL DESIGN?Do you think you could live without your car, mobile phone, iPod, furniture or hair dryer? Can you imagine a world without medical equipment or computers? That’s why industrial designers play such an important role in our society. All of these products require practical and aesthetic design – that is the role of the industrial designer.
Australia has an excellent international reputation for innovative product design. Australian industrial designers are found working in a range of design-related areas for leading companies across the globe such as Sony, Holden, NEC, Rip Curl, Motorola, Lego and ACI Packaging, to name just a few.
There is a large number of design career opportunities available in today’s market due to the increasing demand for products and the rapidly rising expectations of consumers in regards to product quality and sustainability. Becoming a degree qualified industrial designer opens the doors to international travel and the ability to earn above average graduate salaries.
GRADUATE pROFILEBRyCE kILLEN Design has always been a huge influence in Bryce Killen’s life. His dad is an architect, his older brother is a graphic designer and he loved classes such as design and technology at high school as it gave him a chance to create new things. However, before starting his industrial design studies Bryce started an apprenticeship in automotive mechanical, but several months into it he couldn’t deny the drive he had for design which lead him to TAFE where he gained an Advance Diploma of Product Design and Development before enrolling in the Bachelor of Industrial Design at the University of Newcastle.
While at university Bryce designed the Bumpfree Dynamic Speed Hump “it looks just like a normal modern speed bump, but inside it’s got a series of pockets that are filled and sealed with a fluid which is basically pressure reactive”. This design gained him a finalist position in a national design competition – The Australian Design Awards – The James Dyson Award. Through this competition Bryce has received a lot of attention with several interviews on national television programs and articles on his invention published in international magazines.
Bryce contributes his success with his experience at the University of Newcastle. “Studying at the University of Newcastle was a fantastic experience, mainly due to the staff. Having people with passion and industry knowledge is truly priceless and has played a huge factor in the success that I have experienced. The support, landscape and facilities are fantastic, and it’s a university that I wish I could have spent a longer amount of time at.”
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN FACTRaymond Loewy was a French-American designer commonly known as the father of modern industrial design. he is famous for the designs of the Coca-Cola bottle and the Studebaker car. he also completed work for companies such as hoover, Air France and even designed the blue, white, & chrome livery of the u.S. president’s jumbo jet – Air Force One.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN FACTSome classic industrial designs are considered as much works of art as works of industrial design. The iPod, the classic Coke bottle, and VW Beetle are frequently-cited examples.
WHERE CAN INDUSTRIAL DESIGN TAkE yOU?
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Products are manufactured all over the world, which means industrial designers are in demand throughout Australia as well as internationally.
It is common for industrial designers to be employed within manufacturing companies. For manufacturers, the development and maintenance of product lines is a core requirement rather than an occasional need. Industrial designers provide a vital link between the consumer and the manufacturers of a wide range of products. Many industrial designers work for businesses that consult to manufacturing companies, particularly those which don’t have internal research and development facilities.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN industrial designers explore solutions to meet marketing, manufacturing and financial requirements and arrive at the optimum design of a product.
WHAT IS INDUSTRIAL DESIGN?Integrating the four main concerns of design – style, function, manufacturing and marketing – industrial design is involved in just about every aspect of life. Consumer products and their packaging, furniture, transport, interiors, set design, exhibitions and displays are all shaped by industrial design. Virtually every manufactured object in the world is the result of the work of an industrial designer.
Industrial designers explore solutions to meet marketing, manufacturing and financial requirements and arrive at the optimum design of a product. They consider both functional and aesthetic aspects and pay particular attention to ergonomics – those factors which relate to ease of use and human behaviour.
Creating and producing designs for commercial, medical and industrial products – from wheels to heavy machinery, toasters to furniture, theatre beds to cars – industrial designers are involved in both the initial development of products and improving and updating existing products.
WHAT DO INDUSTRIAL DESIGNERS DO?Your work as an industrial designer will see you facing exciting challenges, using your judgment, understanding of materials and production and creativity skills every day.
An industrial designer could be described as a cross between an engineer and a sculptor.
Using attention to detail and practicality, professional industrial designers work in studios creating and refining hand drawn and computer aided designs. They also spend time outside the studio, observing and researching product usage, methods of production, materials and production processes. Using this research, they then prepare models and prototypes to demonstrate and test their product designs.
Once the testing stage is completed, the industrial designer will undertake the following steps of the development process:
n Select components and materials
n Determine assembly and manufacturing details
n Produce digital and documentary instructions for others involved in the manufacturing process
n Organise and oversee tooling to prepare for production
n Develop and oversee subsequent adjustments and refinements to the product.
Industrial designers often work as part of a product development team. While other specialists such as electronics designers and mechanical engineers work on circuit boards and mechanical mechanisms, the industrial designer oversees the overall structure of the product, its appearance and the way it operates.
As an industrial designer, you can choose to specialise in specific industry areas or you may prefer the challenge and variety of addressing an endless array of different design problems as a consultant.
WHy BECOME AN INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER AND HOW IMpORTANT IS INDUSTRIAL DESIGN?Do you think you could live without your car, mobile phone, iPod, furniture or hair dryer? Can you imagine a world without medical equipment or computers? That’s why industrial designers play such an important role in our society. All of these products require practical and aesthetic design – that is the role of the industrial designer.
Australia has an excellent international reputation for innovative product design. Australian industrial designers are found working in a range of design-related areas for leading companies across the globe such as Sony, Holden, NEC, Rip Curl, Motorola, Lego and ACI Packaging, to name just a few.
There is a large number of design career opportunities available in today’s market due to the increasing demand for products and the rapidly rising expectations of consumers in regards to product quality and sustainability. Becoming a degree qualified industrial designer opens the doors to international travel and the ability to earn above average graduate salaries.
GRADUATE pROFILEBRyCE kILLEN Design has always been a huge influence in Bryce Killen’s life. His dad is an architect, his older brother is a graphic designer and he loved classes such as design and technology at high school as it gave him a chance to create new things. However, before starting his industrial design studies Bryce started an apprenticeship in automotive mechanical, but several months into it he couldn’t deny the drive he had for design which lead him to TAFE where he gained an Advance Diploma of Product Design and Development before enrolling in the Bachelor of Industrial Design at the University of Newcastle.
While at university Bryce designed the Bumpfree Dynamic Speed Hump “it looks just like a normal modern speed bump, but inside it’s got a series of pockets that are filled and sealed with a fluid which is basically pressure reactive”. This design gained him a finalist position in a national design competition – The Australian Design Awards – The James Dyson Award. Through this competition Bryce has received a lot of attention with several interviews on national television programs and articles on his invention published in international magazines.
Bryce contributes his success with his experience at the University of Newcastle. “Studying at the University of Newcastle was a fantastic experience, mainly due to the staff. Having people with passion and industry knowledge is truly priceless and has played a huge factor in the success that I have experienced. The support, landscape and facilities are fantastic, and it’s a university that I wish I could have spent a longer amount of time at.”
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN FACTRaymond Loewy was a French-American designer commonly known as the father of modern industrial design. he is famous for the designs of the Coca-Cola bottle and the Studebaker car. he also completed work for companies such as hoover, Air France and even designed the blue, white, & chrome livery of the u.S. president’s jumbo jet – Air Force One.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN FACTSome classic industrial designs are considered as much works of art as works of industrial design. The iPod, the classic Coke bottle, and VW Beetle are frequently-cited examples.
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Products are manufactured all over the world, which means industrial designers are in demand throughout Australia as well as internationally.
It is common for industrial designers to be employed within manufacturing companies. For manufacturers, the development and maintenance of product lines is a core requirement rather than an occasional need. Industrial designers provide a vital link between the consumer and the manufacturers of a wide range of products. Many industrial designers work for businesses that consult to manufacturing companies, particularly those which don’t have internal research and development facilities.
HOW DO I BECOME AN INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER?Now you know what industrial design is, are you thinking you’d like to become an industrial designer? Following are some steps you can take towards an industrial design career.
What makes a good industrial designer?A good industrial designer has a diverse range of skills which allow them to successfully manage the design and production of complex projects. Those skills include: a well-trained, tenacious approach to problem-solving; a broad range of communication skills; the ability to be practical and patient; the ability to empathise with others; a creative outlook; and technical aptitude.
What subjects should i do for the hSC?There are no specific pre-requisites for entry into tertiary industrial design programs however there are a number of HSC subjects which can give you a good background to the study of industrial design, including:
n Artn Designn Graphicsn Englishn Computer studiesn Physicsn Mathematicsn Communications and technology
What tertiary qualifications do i need?Most employers prefer industrial design employees to have tertiary qualifications and industry experience and all employers will consider the designer’s portfolio as the prime indicator of design skills.
Graduates of the Industrial Design program at the University of Newcastle graduate with both an Advanced Diploma and Bachelor degree qualification. They will also have a portfolio accumulated over four years of project work. In the final year, students are encouraged to select projects with external manufacturers to build their practical work experience.
What is a portfolio and how do i create one?A portfolio is a collection of creative pieces which showcases a designer or artist’s catalogue of work created over a period of time. Portfolios are generally in the form of a large folder-book, including images or copies of projects developed or contributed to by the designer or artist. Employers usually require a review of portfolios when deciding to employ a designer or artist.
If you are creating a portfolio for use in gaining entry to an industrial design program of study, this should be a culmination of works created as part of your school studies, employed work or even your creative hobbies. When creating a portfolio, remember you are not required to prove your design skills as much as demonstrate a passion for design.
STAFF pROFILEWyN JONES Hailing from Wales in the UK, Wyn Jones came to the University of Newcastle in 2008 with extensive product design consultancy experience across consumer, medical, military and packaging industries. Many of the designs he has worked on have been patented, mass-produced and sold in high volumes across numerous countries.
According to Jones, “since arriving at the University, I have been impressed with the standards of our graduates. The graduates of the industrial design degree are among the best designers in Australia. They skills they possess upon finishing their studies make them very attractive prospective employees to a wide range of design and manufacture companies.”
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HOW DO I BECOME AN INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER?Now you know what industrial design is, are you thinking you’d like to become an industrial designer? Following are some steps you can take towards an industrial design career.
What makes a good industrial designer?A good industrial designer has a diverse range of skills which allow them to successfully manage the design and production of complex projects. Those skills include: a well-trained, tenacious approach to problem-solving; a broad range of communication skills; the ability to be practical and patient; the ability to empathise with others; a creative outlook; and technical aptitude.
What subjects should i do for the hSC?There are no specific pre-requisites for entry into tertiary industrial design programs however there are a number of HSC subjects which can give you a good background to the study of industrial design, including:
n Artn Designn Graphicsn Englishn Computer studiesn Physicsn Mathematicsn Communications and technology
What tertiary qualifications do i need?Most employers prefer industrial design employees to have tertiary qualifications and industry experience and all employers will consider the designer’s portfolio as the prime indicator of design skills.
Graduates of the Industrial Design program at the University of Newcastle graduate with both an Advanced Diploma and Bachelor degree qualification. They will also have a portfolio accumulated over four years of project work. In the final year, students are encouraged to select projects with external manufacturers to build their practical work experience.
What is a portfolio and how do i create one?A portfolio is a collection of creative pieces which showcases a designer or artist’s catalogue of work created over a period of time. Portfolios are generally in the form of a large folder-book, including images or copies of projects developed or contributed to by the designer or artist. Employers usually require a review of portfolios when deciding to employ a designer or artist.
If you are creating a portfolio for use in gaining entry to an industrial design program of study, this should be a culmination of works created as part of your school studies, employed work or even your creative hobbies. When creating a portfolio, remember you are not required to prove your design skills as much as demonstrate a passion for design.
STAFF pROFILEWyN JONES Hailing from Wales in the UK, Wyn Jones came to the University of Newcastle in 2008 with extensive product design consultancy experience across consumer, medical, military and packaging industries. Many of the designs he has worked on have been patented, mass-produced and sold in high volumes across numerous countries.
According to Jones, “since arriving at the University, I have been impressed with the standards of our graduates. The graduates of the industrial design degree are among the best designers in Australia. They skills they possess upon finishing their studies make them very attractive prospective employees to a wide range of design and manufacture companies.”
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INDUSTRIAL DESIGN FACTMarc Newson is a successful Australian born industrial designer whose style uses smooth flowing lines, translucency, transparency and the absence of sharp edges to create a beautiful and ergonomic design. in 2005, he was selected as one of TiME magazine’s 100 most influential people of the year and in 2007, he completed the cabin design for the ‘Sky Jet’, an airline/rocketship that is planned to take passengers into space from 2012.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN FACTJames Dyson is best known as the inventor of the Dual Cyclone bagless vacuum cleaner, which works on the principle of cyclonic separation. his net worth in 2008 was said to be £1.1 billion. You can now buy the Dyson vacuum cleaner in most whitegoods stores across the world.
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HOW DO I FIND OUT MORE?how do i find out more?If you are keen to learn more about careers in the built environment and the exciting possibilities it can offer you, here are some suggestions:
Further informationhttp://www.newcastle.edu.au/what-can-i-study/
Contact usVisit www.newcastle.edu.au or email [email protected]
Research, research, research!There are lots of sources of information available to you. Try contacting the various professional support organisations as mentioned in this publication or do a search on the internet – there is a host of interesting facts and information on the web.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN AT THE UNIVERSITy OF NEWCASTLEWhy study with us?We know deciding where to undertake your industrial design degree is a very important decision. To help you, here are some of the facts you’ll need to consider when making this decision.
Be recognised The University of Newcastle is one of only four Australian to have been listed universities in the world’s top 100 for engineering, technology and computer science courses. This is as determined by the Shanghai Jiao Tong University Academic Ranking System, the widely accepted system for assessing universities and ranking them according to their performance in research.
Graduates of the Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment are recognised around the globe for the world-class training they have received.
World-class trainingThe Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment has a reputation for the highest quality teaching and research. There are various areas in which the Faculty conducts research, including industrial design. All have a focus on understanding and shaping the world in which we live, improving the way human beings do things and finding smart solutions for society’s problems – from the everyday to the complex. As such, the interaction between our staff – in both their teaching and research – directly benefits our students.
unique programThe industrial design program offered in partnership by the University of Newcastle and the Hunter Institute is unique. It ensures all students who graduate have a very high level of hands-on design skills. These skills underpin design which really works - a quality employers will be looking for. Entry into the Bachelor of Industrial Design is usually via TAFE, and to be admitted students must have an Advanced Diploma of Product Design and Development from the Hunter Institute of Technology or an approved equivalent, and a ATAR score that is consistent with University minimum entry requirements.
Excellent employment prospects Our industrial design program is professional. It prepares our graduates for a successful career in industrial design throughout Australia and overseas. If your aim is to be a professional with a quality degree, you should consider the University of Newcastle’s industrial design program. Graduates from our program have shown a high rate of employment.
For more detailed information on the industrial design program available at the University of Newcastle, visit www.newcastle.edu.au
Ask questionsThere are lots of people who can help you.
Don’t be afraid to ask questions. A genuine interest in a career in the built environment is invaluable.
Your careers advisor can help you find out more about careers in the built environment and the study options and pathways open to you. We recommend talking to them as early as year 9 or year 10 – this will allow you to make decisions early and select the right subjects for the HSC. If you are older, go to your career advisor anyway, they will be able to help you.
Do you or your parents know anyone who works as an architect, construction manager or industrial designer? Organise to meet with them about their job, the studies they did and what they like about their career.
Try it outWhy not get a little taste of a career in the built environment? Do some work experience during your school holidays. It doesn’t matter how old you are, it’s never too early or too late to get a good understanding of what an architect, construction manager or industrial designer does.
It’s not unusual for students to develop long-term relationships with their work experience employers and this can often lead to scholarships, cadetships and employment upon graduation.
If you know anyone who works in any of the built environment fields, ask if they or their company have a work experience program. If you don’t know anyone, ask your careers advisor if they can help you find work experience with a firm or organisation. Better still, take matters into your own hands and start contacting firms and organisations yourself to request work experience. They will be impressed by your initiative!
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN FACTMarc Newson is a successful Australian born industrial designer whose style uses smooth flowing lines, translucency, transparency and the absence of sharp edges to create a beautiful and ergonomic design. in 2005, he was selected as one of TiME magazine’s 100 most influential people of the year and in 2007, he completed the cabin design for the ‘Sky Jet’, an airline/rocketship that is planned to take passengers into space from 2012.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN FACTJames Dyson is best known as the inventor of the Dual Cyclone bagless vacuum cleaner, which works on the principle of cyclonic separation. his net worth in 2008 was said to be £1.1 billion. You can now buy the Dyson vacuum cleaner in most whitegoods stores across the world.
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HOW DO I FIND OUT MORE?how do i find out more?If you are keen to learn more about careers in the built environment and the exciting possibilities it can offer you, here are some suggestions:
Further informationhttp://www.newcastle.edu.au/what-can-i-study/
Contact usVisit www.newcastle.edu.au or email [email protected]
Research, research, research!There are lots of sources of information available to you. Try contacting the various professional support organisations as mentioned in this publication or do a search on the internet – there is a host of interesting facts and information on the web.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN AT THE UNIVERSITy OF NEWCASTLEWhy study with us?We know deciding where to undertake your industrial design degree is a very important decision. To help you, here are some of the facts you’ll need to consider when making this decision.
Be recognised The University of Newcastle is one of only four Australian to have been listed universities in the world’s top 100 for engineering, technology and computer science courses. This is as determined by the Shanghai Jiao Tong University Academic Ranking System, the widely accepted system for assessing universities and ranking them according to their performance in research.
Graduates of the Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment are recognised around the globe for the world-class training they have received.
World-class trainingThe Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment has a reputation for the highest quality teaching and research. There are various areas in which the Faculty conducts research, including industrial design. All have a focus on understanding and shaping the world in which we live, improving the way human beings do things and finding smart solutions for society’s problems – from the everyday to the complex. As such, the interaction between our staff – in both their teaching and research – directly benefits our students.
unique programThe industrial design program offered in partnership by the University of Newcastle and the Hunter Institute is unique. It ensures all students who graduate have a very high level of hands-on design skills. These skills underpin design which really works - a quality employers will be looking for. Entry into the Bachelor of Industrial Design is usually via TAFE, and to be admitted students must have an Advanced Diploma of Product Design and Development from the Hunter Institute of Technology or an approved equivalent, and a ATAR score that is consistent with University minimum entry requirements.
Excellent employment prospects Our industrial design program is professional. It prepares our graduates for a successful career in industrial design throughout Australia and overseas. If your aim is to be a professional with a quality degree, you should consider the University of Newcastle’s industrial design program. Graduates from our program have shown a high rate of employment.
For more detailed information on the industrial design program available at the University of Newcastle, visit www.newcastle.edu.au
Ask questionsThere are lots of people who can help you.
Don’t be afraid to ask questions. A genuine interest in a career in the built environment is invaluable.
Your careers advisor can help you find out more about careers in the built environment and the study options and pathways open to you. We recommend talking to them as early as year 9 or year 10 – this will allow you to make decisions early and select the right subjects for the HSC. If you are older, go to your career advisor anyway, they will be able to help you.
Do you or your parents know anyone who works as an architect, construction manager or industrial designer? Organise to meet with them about their job, the studies they did and what they like about their career.
Try it outWhy not get a little taste of a career in the built environment? Do some work experience during your school holidays. It doesn’t matter how old you are, it’s never too early or too late to get a good understanding of what an architect, construction manager or industrial designer does.
It’s not unusual for students to develop long-term relationships with their work experience employers and this can often lead to scholarships, cadetships and employment upon graduation.
If you know anyone who works in any of the built environment fields, ask if they or their company have a work experience program. If you don’t know anyone, ask your careers advisor if they can help you find work experience with a firm or organisation. Better still, take matters into your own hands and start contacting firms and organisations yourself to request work experience. They will be impressed by your initiative!
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