Master of Property

The Master of Property is a professional program for graduates wanting to gain employment in the property industry.

The Master of Property focuses on real-world projects which range across the full property and development cycle, preparing students for the realities of professional life.

It allows students to develop and build on expertise in valuation, property law and facility management.
There is also the opportunity to take research subjects which may enable students to progress to further studies as a PhD candidate.
The program is designed to build on the Bachelor of Environments in a two- year program or, for those coming from other fields, as a three-year stream (from 2010). Professional experience can be an integral part of the program, a unique practical experience enriching the connection to the related fields of work that may also contribute to professional accreditation requirements.

• engage with specialist topics within a multi-disciplined field of endeavour;
• extend the knowledge gained in prior learning and experience into a deeper understanding of the professions in property;
• obtain cutting-edge technical and managerial expertise
• be informed about the current major research and theoretical aspects of their disciplines;
• be able to apply theory to the property; and
• be provided with an appropriate advanced program to enable study in a research higher degree.

Master of Property (200 points)

Option 1:

For students entering with a Bachelor of Planning and Design (Property and Construction) or equivalent:

• Students undertake 75 points of core subjects, and
• 87.5 points of selectives from the list below and/or from subjects offered in the Melbourne School of Design with the approval of the course coordinator, and
• 37.5 points of electives from subjects offered in the Melbourne School of Design, or from graduate subjects in other faculties with the approval of the course coordinator.

Core Subjects

Core subjects include the subjects listed below and a graduate level planning subject (12.5 points) which students may choose in consultation with the Course Coordinator.

Selectives

Recommended Pathway - Option 1

Set out below is the recommended pathway for a student with a Bachelor of Planning and Design (Property and Construction) or equivalent:

Year 1, Semester 1

In semester 1 students should undertake two core subjects, a planning subject and a 12.5 credit point elective.

Year 1, Semester 2

In semester 2 students should undertake three core subjects and a 12.5 credit point elective.

Year 2

In second year, students should take 62.5 credit points of selectives, and 37.5 credit points of electives from the Melbourne School of Design.

Master of Property (200 points)

Option 2:

For students entering with a Bachelor of Environments (Property) or equivalent:

• Students undertake 100 points of core subjects, and
• 75 points of selectives from the list below and/or from subjects offered in the Melbourne School of Design with the approval of the course coordinator, and
• 25 points of electives from subjects offered in the Melbourne School of Design, or from graduate subjects in other faculties with the approval of the course coordinator.

Core Subjects

Core subjects include the subjects listed below and a graduate level planning subject (12.5 points) which students may choose in consultation with the Course Coordinator.

It is recommended that students take Research Methods in Semester 2.

Selectives

Recommended Pathway - Option 2

Set out below is the recommended pathway for a student with a Bachelor of Environments (Property) or equivalent:

Year 1, Semester 1

In semester 1 students should undertake three core subjects and an urban planning subject.

Year 1, Semester 2

In semester 2 students are advised to undertake four core subjects.

Year 2

In the second year, students are advised to take 75 credit points of selectives and 25 credit points of electives from the Melbourne School of Design.

• Completion of the Bachelor of Planning and Design (Property and Construction) at the University of Melbourne between 2005 and 2010; and
• Completion of at least 16 weeks of documented relevant full-time professional work experience.

• Submission of a personal statement of no more than 1000 words outlining relevant prior study and work experience, and motivation to undertake the course including academic and or employer referee reports; and
• A three-year undergraduate degree in a cognate area with a weighted average of at least 65% in the final two years, or equivalent.

NB: Students who have completed relevant prior study and/or at least one year of documented relevant full-time professional work experience, or equivalent, may be eligible for advanced standing. The Selection Committee may conduct interviews or tests to elucidate any of matters referred to above. Students who complete a reflective journal, including a critical review of an industry project (not more than 5,000 words), during their professional experience may be eligible to receive 50 points of credit. Such would only apply to students who have completed at least twelve months experience.

Application Closing Dates

• 30 November for commencement in Semester 1 (March)
• 31 May for commencement in Semester 2 (July)
• International applicants should apply by 30 April for commencement in Semester 2 (July)

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability

• Australian Property Institute
• Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors