Bachelor of Property and Real Estate/Bachelor of Commerce

2027 Deakin University Handbook

Year	2027 course information
Award granted	Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Property and Real Estate
Deakin course code	D309
Course credit points	32
Course version	1
Faculty	Faculty of Business and Law
Course information	For students who commenced from 2027 onwards
Campus	Offered at Burwood (Melbourne), Online
Duration	4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Course map - enrolment planning tool	This course map is for new students commencing from Trimester 1 2027 Course maps for commencement in previous years are available on the Course Maps webpage or please contact a Student Adviser in Student Central.
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition	The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 7
Supplementary information	This course structure applies to students who commenced in 2027. Students who commenced prior to 2027 should refer to the Handbook Archive for their course structure and consult with their enrolment officer.

Course sub-headings

Course overview

Complete two professionally recognised degrees in four years and open up career opportunities across property and business. Build a strong skillset in property investment and development, enhanced with commercial skills in data analysis and financial decision making. Gain the expertise to deliver specialist insights, making you highly employable.

Develop core knowledge in property valuation, development, finance and law while learning how to interpret data and evidence, model financial and economic outcomes, and advise organisations on how to respond to complex challenges. Explore how market cycles, demographic trends and business strategy shape property decisions and investment opportunities.

Through practical learning, including 80+ hours of work-integrated learning, internships and industry engagement, you will graduate with genuine experience, professional networks and the confidence to step into roles across Australia’s property and business sectors.

Indicative student workload

You can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include lectures, seminars, online interactions, or professional experiences for Work Integrated Learning (WIL) units. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.

Professional recognition

Deakin Business School holds the prestigious and globally recognised AACSB and EQUIS accreditations, which attest to quality, academic and professional excellence, ongoing improvement, innovation and graduate employability.

The Bachelor of Property and Real Estate has received professional accreditation by the Australian Property Institute (API) and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Graduates will meet the academic requirement to be eligible for registration as a Certified Practising Valuer (CPV).

Deakin’s accounting major enables students to apply for the:

The financial planning major satisfies the Financial Adviser Standards (FAS) education standards, meaning students can provide financial advice in Australia and are eligible for financial planning certification programs including:

the Financial Adviser Association of Australia (FAAA) CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®.

Depending on your units of study, commerce graduates are also eligible to apply for membership to the:

Institute of Public Accountants (IPA).

Students should consult the professional body or a course adviser to identify additional requirements for membership.

Career opportunities

Graduate from the #1 Victorian university for course satisfaction, ready to launch your career in business, property and real estate.

accountant
asset manager
business analyst
economist
facilities manager
financial planner
international trade officer
owners' corporation manager
property valuer
property developer
portfolio manager
property adviser
social and economic policy developer.

Participation requirements

Units in this course may have participation requirements that include compulsory placements, work-based training, community-based learning or collaborative research training arrangements.

Placement can occur at any time, including during standard holiday breaks. Learn about key dates at Deakin.

Reasonable adjustments to participation and other course requirements will be made for students with a disability. More information available at Disability support services.

Mandatory student checks

Units which contain work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, working with children check or other check. These requirements will be detailed in unit guides upon enrolment.

Alternative exits

Bachelor of Commerce (M380)
Bachelor of Property and Real Estate (M348)
Diploma of Business Studies (M201)

Course learning outcomes

	Course Learning Outcomes Bachelor of Property and Real Estate (M348)	Course Learning Outcomes Bachelor of Commerce (M380)
Employ broad and coherent theoretical and technical property and real estate knowledge and apply legal and ethical standards in the fields relating to property development, investment, valuation and property management in private and commercial real estate markets, both nationally and internationally.	Evaluate broad knowledge of commerce, with depth in one or more business disciplines, and apply theoretical and technical expertise to inform financial, economic, and organisational decision-making.
Prepare and present a selection of reports on property concepts and information for a range of stakeholders including investors, developers, regulators and clients	Communicate knowledge and ideas clearly and effectively through written, spoken, and digital formats suited to the discipline and context, demonstrating the level of professionalism expected in business settings.
Identify, locate, evaluate and synthesise information about market and submarket trends and forecasts, economic influences, statutory requirements and industry practices. Communicate information and solutions to stakeholders utilising a range of diagnostic, analytical and reporting technologies	Effectively use discipline-specific and general digital technologies to research, evaluate, synthesise, and communicate business-relevant information in a dynamic global environment.
Evaluate and analyse property related issues and data on property markets and indicators to make recommendations for maximising property outcomes.	Analyse and evaluate academic, professional, and commercial information using relevant theories and methods to form reasoned judgements and support ethical, evidence informed decisions in commercial contexts.
Apply legal property evaluation and property appraisal methodologies to identify solutions and sustainability strategies for a diverse range of authentic problems in property	Apply creative, cognitive, and technical skills to identify, investigate, and solve complex, realworld commercial problems using innovative and evidence-informed approaches.
Apply skills and knowledge to independently undertake educational activities that require considerable planning	Engage in independent and continuous learning across business disciplines to support personal and professional growth in a dynamic business environment; effectively manage resources, time, and constraints to deliver high-quality, timely outcomes.
Collaborate with others to examine contemporary issues in property	Work and learn collaboratively with fellow peers, business professionals, and members of the wider community.
Apply the interconnected principles of property planning, design, construction, management, maintenance and transference to a range of different environments and contexts reflecting social, sustainable, ethical, economic and global perspectives	Develop an ethical awareness and a social responsibility by engaging respectfully and productively with Indigenous, local, national, and international stakeholders, and by applying knowledge and skills in ways that are culturally appropriate, inclusive, and informed by diverse worldviews and knowledges.

Note – From 2026, Deakin commenced introducing Graduate Attributes (GAs), which define the distinctive characteristics of a Deakin graduate. You may notice some courses still refer to Graduate Learning Outcomes (GLOs) during this transition period.

Course rules

To complete the Bachelor of Property and Real Estate/ Bachelor of Commerce you must pass 32 credit points. This includes:

DAI001 Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in your first study period
16 credit points from the Bachelor of Property and Real Estate
- 11 credit points of core units
- 1 credit point of Work Integrated Learning (WIL) course elective units
- 4 credit points of open elective units which may comprise of:
  - 4 credit points of open elective units
  - 1 minor (4 credit points) from the Bachelor of Property and Real Estate
16 credit points from the Bachelor of Commerce
- 8 credit points of core units
- 1 major (8 credit points)

Course requirements for both the Bachelor of Property and Real Estate (M348) and Bachelor of Commerce (M380) must be satisfied.

a maximum of 12 credit points at level 1 across both courses
a minimum of 10 credit points at level 3 across both courses

Most units are equal to one credit point. As a full-time student you will study four credit points per trimester and usually undertake two trimesters per year.

Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements. See the enrolment codes and terminology to help make sense of the University’s vocabulary.

Majors

All students must complete one major sequence from the Bachelor of Commerce chosen from the following:

Refer to the details of each major sequence for availability.

^These majors are the recommended pathway to qualify for membership of professional organisations.

Course structure

Compulsory 0-credit point module

To be completed in the first trimester of study:-

DAI001

Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin

Core units

Students must complete 11 credit points of core units from the Bachelor of Property and Real Estate

MMP111

Introduction to Property

MMP122

Introduction to Property Development

MMP219

Sustainable Property Construction

Statutory Valuation

Property Investment

Property Economics

Property Management

Property Law and Practice ⁺

MMP321

Advanced Property Analysis

MMP322

Advanced Property Development ^~

MMP311

Advanced Property Valuation ^(Capstone)

⁺This unit was previously coded MMP121

^~This unit was previously coded MMP222

Students must complete 8 credits points of core units from the Bachelor of Commerce

MAA103

Accounting for Decision Making

MAE101

Economic Principles

MAF101

Fundamentals of Finance

MIS171

Business Analytics

MLC101

Law for Commerce

MPB200

Shaping the Future of Business

MPB201

Business Impact in Society

MPB202

Professional Identity and Career Development

Open electives

Students must complete 4 credit points of either open elective units or 1 minor from the list below.

Refer to the details of each minor sequence for availability

WIL|Practical course elective units

Students must complete one of the below WIL course elective units

MWL316

Consultancy Experience

MWL318

Internship

MWL319

International Consultancy Experience

Note: Students WIL experience should relate to their field of study and career aspirations in property and real estate.

Work experience

This course provides students the opportunity to complete one or more work integrated learning units.

Explore Business and Law WIL opportunities.

International Students:

This course includes Work Integrated Learning (WIL) formally registered as part of the course on the CRICOS register. The total work integrated learning hours will differ depending on the WIL unit you choose. For more information about WIL hours, please check the unit information in the handbook or the unit guide.

For information about how WIL units may impact student visa holder work rights, please visit Home Affairs. See 8105 Work limitation.

Course duration

You may be able to study available units in the optional third trimester to fast-track your degree, however your course duration may be extended if there are delays in meeting course requirements, such as completing a placement.

Other learning experiences

This course includes the option of other learning experiences (ie an approved international learning experience)

Fees and charges

Tuition fees will vary depending on the type of fee place you hold, your course, your commencement year, the units you choose to study, your study load and/or unit discipline.

Your tuition fees will increase annually at the start of each calendar year. All fees quoted are in Australian dollars ($AUD) and do not include additional costs such as textbooks, computer equipment or software, other equipment, mandatory checks, travel, consumables and other costs.

For further information regarding tuition fees, other fees and charges, invoice due dates, withdrawal dates, payment methods visit our Current students website.

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Further information

Contact Student Central for assistance in course planning, choosing the right units and explaining course rules and requirements. Student Central can also provide information for a wide range of services at Deakin. To help you understand the University vocabulary, please refer to our Enrolment codes and terminology page .

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