Overview

The Dual Diploma and Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design from Alliance College students complete scheduled training, assessment, self-directed study, and Industry Exposure Days to connect classroom learning with civil construction design practice.

This course suits students seeking practical civil design, drafting, technical support, and paraprofessional pathways in the civil construction and infrastructure sector.

Career Opportunities:

Employment may include, but is not limited to:

Civil Engineering Draftsperson
Civil Engineering Design Draftsperson
Civil Design Draftsperson
Civil Design Technician
Project / Design Coordinator

Career outcomes are not guaranteed and may depend on experience, location, visa conditions, industry demand and employer requirements.

Programme Structure

Stage 1 Diploma course includes 20 units

Stage 2 Diploma course includes 12 units

Key skills developed:

Stage 1 – Diploma of Civil Construction Design

Develop foundational civil construction design knowledge and technical drafting capability.
Produce and interpret basic civil design drawings, models, and technical documentation.
Apply mathematics, data, and engineering principles to civil construction design problems.
Upon completion of all Diploma requirements, students may exit with the RII50520 Diploma of Civil Construction Design.

Stage 2 – Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design

Build on Diploma-level skills to manage more complex civil works design processes.
Apply technical judgement, coordination, and problem-solving to advanced civil design contexts.
Complete an integrated civil works design process through RIICWD601E Manage Civil Works Design Processes.
Demonstrate professional practice awareness and industry readiness.
The program supports alignment with Engineers Australia Engineering Associate expectations, subject to accreditation approval.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-06 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-04-19 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-07-12 00:00:00

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Language

English

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IELTS

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Adelaide, Australia
Sydney, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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105

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TOEFL^® IBT

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64

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS Code: 118014C

CRICOS Code: 116178K

Satisfactory completion of Year 12 or equivalent schooling and be at least 18 years old
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) core skills profile

Work experience

Students in the packaged accredited pathway (ADL) must complete evidence of at least 30 approved Industry Exposure Days across the program. Attendance, punctuality, PPE compliance, and professional behaviour are required, as students represent Alliance College during industry activities.

Technological requirements

Minumum i7 CPU
16 GB RAM
Reliable Wi- FI
Microphone and camera
Dedicated GPU recommended
Mobile phone
Laptop mouse with a clickable scroll wheel (optional extra two thumb programable buttons)
Mac computers and Ipads are not suitable for this course because CAD/BIM software may not operate correctly

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

6750 AUD / year

≈ 6750 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

6425 AUD / year

≈ 6425 AUD / year

Living costs

Adelaide

Australia

1328 - 2474 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Career Opportunities:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Work experience

Technological requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Adelaide

Funding

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