An Associate Degree of Building Design from CQUniversity will enable you to plan and design buildings ranging from residential homes to medium-rise commercial buildings including restorations, renovations, unit development and extension work. You will develop understanding, knowledge and skills in design and documentation, construction, structures, building materials and services, professional practice and communication and the key principles of sustainability. An Associate Degree of Building Design enables you to upskill from TAFE qualifications in the areas of building and related trades to enhance your career prospects. As a TAFE student you may be eligible to gain credit for prior learning reducing the time it takes to complete your degree. As a qualified tradesperson, you can undertake this program in order to take your qualifications to a paraprofessional level in this growth industry. CQUniversity is one of few universities in Australia to offer this program by distance education. This means you are able to gain your qualification while balancing work and other commitments.

Building designers with Associate Degree qualifications provide design solutions for residential and medium rise commercial buildings and work for design, architectural, planning, building or engineering firms, government departments, and corporations with a large building portfolio.