Students can combine real estate expertise with valuable commercial knowledge by studying the Bachelor of Property and Real Estate/Bachelor of Commerce. In just four years, they will gain a commercial foundation that includes economics, accounting, marketing and management, while studying units in various aspects of real estate such as development, management and valuation.
Students will enter the workforce with professionally recognized qualifications in both commerce and real estate – a combination in demand by employers. Their expertise in finance and economics will open up a broad range of exciting career options, while practical learning opportunities alongside professionals prepares them for work in the industry. Students will build relationships with Deakin University's industry partners, secure sought-after internships and learn from global leaders in property and commerce through overseas study experiences.
This combined degree is one of the most highly regarded programs in the industry, so students will graduate one step ahead and ready to explore a diverse range of roles across property, real estate and commerce fields.
Through hands-on and theoretical learning, students will tackle the following areas:
- property economics
- property investment
- property law and practice
- sustainable construction
- statutory valuation
Students will also gain a specialized education in one of Deakin University's commerce majors, so they can apply their real estate knowledge to a commercial environment. They can choose from:
- accounting
- economics
- finance
- financial planning
- human resource management
- management
- management information systems
- marketing
Deakin University takes a practical approach to property and real estate, so students will graduate with work-ready skills. They will learn from teachers who are active in the industry and benefit from their extensive professional networks.