Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design Melbourne
RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design Course CRICOS Code: 114154A | RTO No: 45639Course Overview
The RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design in Melbourne is a nationally recognised AQF Level 6 qualification that prepares graduates to work as senior civil designers, civil construction supervisors, and design draftspersons on complex infrastructure and engineering projects across Australia. Delivered face-to-face at WMIT’s Melbourne CBD campus, this advanced civil construction diploma in Melbourne is CRICOS-registered (Code: 114154A), making it fully approved for international students studying on an Australian Student Visa.
This Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design at WMIT reflects the role of senior design paraprofessionals who apply a high level of technical autonomy and significant professional judgment to develop site-specific civil works designs. Students build advanced competencies across civil works design management, geotechnical design, urban road design, structural concrete and steel design, quality systems management, workplace health and safety, and program risk management — skills that position graduates to lead design teams and manage complex civil engineering projects in professional settings across Melbourne and Victoria.
The RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design in Melbourne is the direct continuation pathway from the RII50520 Diploma of Civil Construction Design — also offered at WMIT — meaning students who complete both qualifications within the same institution benefit from credit recognition and a seamless learning progression. Graduates of this advanced civil construction course in Melbourne are also well-positioned to progress to a Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent higher education qualification, with credit recognition available at selected universities.
With Melbourne’s infrastructure sector driving billions of dollars in ongoing investment — including major road, rail, and urban development projects — qualified senior civil designers and construction supervisors are in sustained demand across Victoria. Completing the Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design in Melbourne at WMIT gives you the AQF Level 6 credential that employers across the civil engineering industry recognise and require.
WMIT’s Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design Melbourne is delivered at Level 10, 474 Flinders St — one of Melbourne’s most accessible CBD campuses, minutes from Flinders Street Station via train, tram, or bus. This Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design is one of the only CRICOS-registered AQF Level 6 civil construction courses in Melbourne offering a complete Diploma-to-Advanced Diploma pathway within the same registered training organisation. If you are searching for a trusted advanced civil construction diploma in Melbourne with dedicated international student support and direct progression to Bachelor-level study, WMIT provides the structured pathway, industry-experienced trainers, and recognised qualification you need.
Program Overview
Entry Requirements
- Academic Requirements:
- Whilst there are no formal entry requirements for this qualification in the Training Package, the institute’s entry requirements are as follows:
- Completion of a Diploma of Civil Construction Design or equivalent qualification at Diploma Level.
- IELTS (Academic) band score 6.0 or equivalent score in other English tests, including PTE, TOEFL and CAE.
- 18 years or older at commencement of course.
- Additional Requirements:
- The student must have basic computer skills to use word processing software like Microsoft Word and the internet effectively for research.
- WMIT will conduct an LLN assessment of the student at the time of orientation to identify the support required by the students. This support will enable students to complete the qualification successfully within the required timeframe.
Training Pathways & Employmeent Pathways
- Training Pathway:
- After achieving RII60520 — Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design, individuals could progress to:
- Bachelor of Civil Engineering
- Any other equivalent qualification
- Employment Pathway:
- This qualification provides the skills and knowledge to potentially gain employment as a:
- Civil Construction Supervisor
- Civil Design Draftsperson
- Senior Civil Works Designer
To attain the Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design in Australia, 12 units must be achieved, listed below:
Course Credit
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WMIT can grant you credit towards your course for units of competency that you have already completed with another RTO or authorised issuing organisation.
We can also grant you Credit for subjects or units you have completed where equivalence can be established between the unit in your course and the subject or unit you have completed. - There is no charge to apply for Credit.
- To apply, fill in the Credit Application Form and submit it as part of your enrolment.
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*Please refer to your Student Handbook for more information on Course Credit.
International students should be aware that if credit is granted, the course duration will be adjusted and confirmation will be provided in writing.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where skills and knowledge that you have gained through work and life experience and other unrecognised training can be formally recognised.
- WMIT has a process that has been structured to minimise the time and cost to applicants and provides a supportive approach to students wishing to take up this option. You should ideally apply for RPL at the time of enrolment, but you may also apply up to 2 weeks into your course.
- During the entry process and interview stage, WMIT will discuss the process and options for RPL with you. Suitability is often determined by how much experience you have in a certain area, your work history and previous training. If RPL is determined as a possibility for you, you will be provided with a kit that will guide you in working through each unit to determine relevant skills and experience and identify whether you would be able to provide the required evidence.
- A trainer/assessor will be available to assist you throughout this process.
- *Please refer to your Student Handbook for more information on RPL. International students should be aware that if RPL is granted, the course duration will be adjusted and confirmation will be provided in writing.
Why Choose WMIT?
Recognised Qualification with Industry Relevance
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The Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction in Australia, delivered by the West Melbourne Institute of Technology, is nationally accredited and designed to meet current civil infrastructure standards. Each unit reflects the expectations of drafting, surveying and design roles within engineering and construction firms. This ensures graduates enter the field with skills that are already understood and accepted by industry employers.
Trainers with Real Engineering and Site Backgrounds
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Students are guided by educators who have worked across roadworks, subdivision development, drainage systems and large-scale infrastructure projects. Their insight helps learners navigate not just theory but also the practical logic behind technical decisions. Classroom discussions often include real project scenarios, helping students recognise how specifications, compliance and documentation operate in professional environments.
Prime Melbourne Location Close to Major Infrastructure Projects
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Studying in the CBD places learners within reach of transport upgrades, commercial builds and council-led developments currently underway across greater Melbourne. Being surrounded by active construction activity reinforces the relevance of what is learned in class. It also provides opportunities to observe how planning and design processes translate into physical outcomes.
Training Arrangements
Training Arrangements
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Class sessions are planned to ensure that students have a mixture of practical and theoretical components and those classes cater to a wide variety of learning styles. Additionally, workplace practices and environments will be regularly simulated and used to conduct skills-based assessments in accordance with unit requirements.
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WMIT organises face-to-face training of 20 hours per week; all international students must attend the classes to comply with student visa conditions.
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Homework tasks may include research, readings from related textbooks and continuing to work on assessment tasks.
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Students are provided with Learner Guides for each unit to support their learning (these are included in the course fees).
Additional Support & Assessment Arrangements
Additional Support
All students will complete a language literacy and numeracy assessment at orientation to determine their learning support needs. All students will be provided with a range of learning support options and resources to help them achieve competency. Where additional support needs have been identified, an Individual Support Plan will be developed, which may include:
Provision of additional support services will be provided where necessary to enable students to participate in the same way as any other person, regardless of whether support services have been required.
Assessment Arrangement
There are a variety of assessment methods used for this qualification, including:
Course Details
Delivery Mode
This course will be delivered as classroom-based face-to-face training.
Delivery Location
Level 10, 474 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Course Duration
This course will be delivered over 104 weeks as follows:
- Course Delivery: 80 Weeks
- Holidays: 24 Weeks
AQF Level - VI
Duration - 104 Weeks
Course Fee - $26,750
Course Fee
- Total Tuition Fees: $26,000.00
- Admission Fee: $250.00
- Material Fee: $700.00
Payment Plan
- Non-refundable enrolment deposit (prior to commencement) – $250
- 6 equal instalments of tuition fee before the start of every term
Additional charges apply if students require
- Additional copies of a student’s qualification/record of results and/or statement of attainment. A cost of $50 per document applies, and $70 if express post is required.
- Printing costs may be required to complete assessments. Students may print and copy on campus for a cost of 15c per page; however, they may also use other printing facilities.
RPL Costs
- Application Fee – $250
- Charge per unit of competency – $400
- Nationally Recognised Training does not incur GST.
- Students will only be eligible to receive their qualification if fees have been paid in full and all course requirements have been met.
- *Please refer to your Student Handbook for our Fees and Refunds Policy.
Other costs (not included) to be aware of
- Please refer to the student handbook for guidance in relation to budgeting and planning.
- USB drives that students are required to use to submit their assessments. Students may bring their own or purchase nearby.
- Notebooks/pens/laptops* or other general stationery required for students to complete their work.
- *A note about computers: Many homework and assessment tasks require access to a computer and the internet; therefore, it is recommended that students bring or purchase a laptop if possible.
Inclusions
- Unless otherwise specified, tuition fees include all training and assessment as well as required resources and textbooks necessary for students to achieve the qualification or course in which they are enrolling.
- If students don’t have their own, they can use nearby public facilities, which are listed in the Student Handbook for their convenience. It is optional for students to bring a laptop to class; some students may choose to do so to keep their notes organised, but where a computer is required for class activities, the trainer/assessor will arrange to book the college computers for class sessions.
Enquire About This Course
- If you would like to clarify any details before submitting an application, the WMIT admissions team can provide further guidance. You are welcome to ask about eligibility, study schedules or upcoming intake dates to confirm whether the Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design in Australia aligns with your plans.
- Confident to move forward? Apply now to confirm your enrolment.
Frequently Asked Questions –
Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design Melbourne
Everything you need to know about the RII60520 advanced civil construction diploma at WMIT — entry requirements, career outcomes, fees, pathways to Bachelor study, and more.
1What is the RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design?
The RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design is a nationally recognised AQF Level 6 qualification that prepares graduates for senior roles in civil engineering design, including Civil Construction Supervisor, Senior Civil Works Designer, and Civil Design Draftsperson. It reflects the role of senior design paraprofessionals who develop complex, site-specific civil works designs and lead design teams supporting professional engineers on major infrastructure projects.
At WMIT (West Melbourne Institute of Technology), this advanced civil construction diploma in Melbourne is CRICOS-registered under code 114154A, making it fully approved for international students studying on an Australian Student Visa. It is the natural continuation of the RII50520 Diploma and is the highest VET-level qualification in the civil construction design pathway.
2What are the entry requirements for the Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design at WMIT?
WMIT's entry requirements for the RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design in Melbourne are:
- Completion of a Diploma of Civil Construction Design (RII50520) or equivalent Diploma-level qualification
- IELTS Academic band score of 6.0 or equivalent in other recognised English tests including PTE, TOEFL, or CAE
- Be 18 years or older at commencement
- Basic computer skills — ability to use Microsoft Word and conduct internet research
All students complete an LLN (Language, Literacy and Numeracy) assessment at orientation to identify support needs. Unlike the Diploma, this course requires prior completion of a Diploma-level qualification — it is designed for those who are advancing their civil construction design careers, not for beginners entering the industry for the first time.
Students who complete the Diploma of Civil Construction Design at WMIT can progress directly to this Advanced Diploma — making WMIT one of the most efficient Diploma-to-Advanced Diploma pathways in Melbourne.
3How long is the Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design and how is it delivered?
The Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design in Melbourne at WMIT is delivered over 104 weeks total, structured as follows:
- 80 weeks of face-to-face classroom delivery
- 24 weeks of scheduled holidays
The course is delivered as classroom-based, face-to-face training at 20 hours per week at WMIT's campus at Level 10, 474 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000 — in the heart of the Melbourne CBD, directly accessible from Flinders Street Station. International students must attend all scheduled classes to comply with Student Visa attendance conditions. Learner Guides for all units are included in course fees.
4What subjects and skills are covered in the Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design?
The RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design at WMIT covers 12 units (5 core + 7 electives) across advanced civil design and management disciplines, including:
- Civil works design management — managing the full civil design process from concept to documentation
- Geotechnical design — preparing detailed geotechnical design documentation for civil projects
- Urban road design — producing detailed designs for urban road infrastructure
- Structural design — preparing detailed designs for civil concrete structures, steel structures, and timber structures
- Quality systems management — establishing and maintaining quality systems across civil design projects
- Program risk management — identifying, assessing, and managing risk across civil construction programs
- Team effectiveness and leadership — managing design team performance and collaboration
- WHS safe design principles — applying safe design to control workplace health and safety risks
These units directly reflect the competencies required in senior civil design roles at engineering consultancies, government infrastructure departments, and large-scale civil construction contractors across Melbourne.
5What jobs can I get after completing the Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design in Melbourne?
Graduates of the RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design at WMIT are qualified to pursue employment across senior civil infrastructure and design roles, including:
- Senior Civil Works Designer — leading design documentation for complex civil infrastructure projects
- Civil Design Draftsperson — producing advanced technical drawings for roads, drainage, structures, and foundations
- Civil Construction Supervisor — overseeing civil construction activities and coordinating design implementation on site
Melbourne is currently one of Australia's most active civil infrastructure markets, with major government-funded projects in road and rail upgrades, urban renewal, and flood management generating strong, sustained demand for AQF Level 6 civil design professionals. Graduates with both the Diploma and Advanced Diploma from WMIT are among the most comprehensively qualified civil design candidates entering the Melbourne job market.
6How much does the Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design cost at WMIT?
The complete fee breakdown for the Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design in Melbourne at WMIT is:
- Total Tuition Fee: $26,000.00
- Admission (Enrolment) Fee: $250.00 (non-refundable, payable before commencement)
- Material Fee: $700.00
Tuition is paid in 6 equal instalments before the start of each term. The tuition fee includes all training, assessment, required resources, and textbooks. Additional minor costs such as document copies ($50 per document), printing (15c/page on campus), and USB drives for assessment submission may also apply. Nationally Recognised Training does not incur GST.
For RPL applicants: Application Fee $250 plus $400 per unit of competency. Please refer to the WMIT Student Handbook for the full Fees and Refunds Policy.
7Can the Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design lead to a Bachelor degree?
Yes. The RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design is an AQF Level 6 qualification and serves as a recognised academic pathway toward Bachelor-level study in civil engineering and related disciplines. Graduates may be eligible to:
- Apply for entry into a Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent degree at selected Australian universities, with potential credit recognition for completed units
- Pursue any other equivalent higher education qualification at AQF Level 7 or above
The specific credit transfer arrangements vary by university. We recommend contacting individual institutions directly to confirm credit eligibility. For WMIT course enquiries, contact us at info@wmit.edu.au or call +61 3 9131 8789.
8What is the difference between the Diploma and Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design at WMIT?
Both qualifications are nationally recognised, CRICOS-registered, and offered at WMIT's Melbourne CBD campus. Here is how they differ:
- RII50520 Diploma of Civil Construction Design (AQF Level 5, 76 weeks) — Entry-level design qualification. Open to students with no prior civil construction experience. Covers 20 units including CAD, BIM, drainage design, foundations, and technical mathematics. Leads to roles such as Civil Engineering Draftsperson and Engineering Technician.
- RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design (AQF Level 6, 104 weeks) — Advanced qualification for those who have completed a Diploma. Covers 12 advanced units including geotechnical design, structural steel and concrete design, urban roads, quality systems, and civil works design management. Leads to senior roles such as Senior Civil Works Designer, Civil Construction Supervisor, and pathway to Bachelor degree.
Students who complete the Diploma at WMIT can progress directly to the Advanced Diploma at WMIT with credit recognition — making WMIT the most efficient and cost-effective complete civil construction design pathway in Melbourne for international students.
9Is the WMIT Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design suitable for international students?
Yes. The Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design at WMIT is fully CRICOS-registered (Code: 114154A), approved for international students studying in Australia on a Student Visa. WMIT (RTO 45639 · CRICOS 03874C) provides comprehensive support services throughout the course, including:
- LLN assessment and Individual Support Plan development at orientation
- Mentoring from trainers with direct civil engineering industry experience
- Additional tutorials, workshops, and computer and technology support
- Referral to external services for housing, health, and community support
To enquire or begin your application, email info@wmit.edu.au, call +61 3 9131 8789, or apply directly at admissions.wmit.edu.au.
10Does WMIT offer the Diploma and Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design as a packaged course?
Yes. WMIT offers a Packaged Course combining the Diploma and Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design — allowing students to complete both qualifications (RII50520 + RII60520) in a single enrolment at the same institution. This package provides:
- Seamless credit recognition between the two qualifications
- A single application and admissions process
- The complete AQF Level 5 to Level 6 civil construction design pathway in Melbourne under one CRICOS-registered provider
- Strong positioning for both employment and further Bachelor-level study upon completion
The packaged civil construction design course at WMIT is one of the most comprehensive and efficient pathways available to international students entering Melbourne's civil engineering sector from the ground up. Contact WMIT at info@wmit.edu.au or +61 3 9131 8789 for full package details and current intake dates.