The Civil Construction Design Packaged Course at WMIT is a combined enrolment that includes two nationally recognised qualifications delivered back-to-back under a single CRICOS registration:

• RII50520 Diploma of Civil Construction Design (AQF Level 5)
• RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design (AQF Level 6)

Registered and delivered face-to-face at WMIT's Melbourne CBD campus over 104 weeks, this civil construction design packaged course in Melbourne is fully approved for international students on a Student Visa. It is the most comprehensive and cost-effective civil construction design pathway available at a Melbourne RTO, taking students from entry-level CAD and drafting skills all the way through to senior civil works design management.

Enrolling in the civil construction design packaged course rather than the two qualifications individually offers several significant advantages:

• Single CRICOS code — one registration covers both qualifications, simplifying your Student Visa application and ongoing compliance
• Seamless credit transfer — units completed in the Diploma are formally recognised in the Advanced Diploma with no re-assessment required
• One admission process — apply once, enrol once, and progress through both qualifications without interruption
• Cost savings — the packaged tuition fee of $26,750 is lower than the combined individual fees ($21,750 + $26,000 = $47,750 separately)
• Continuity of learning — same trainers, same campus, same support team across both qualifications
• Stronger employment outcome — graduates hold both AQF Level 5 and Level 6 credentials, making them significantly more competitive in Melbourne's civil engineering job market

WMIT's entry requirements for the Civil Construction Design Packaged Course 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 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 any learning support needs. International students must hold a valid Australian Student Visa and meet all Department of Home Affairs requirements. WMIT's admissions team is available to guide you through eligibility assessment before you apply — contact us at info@wmit.edu.au or call +61 3 9131 8789.

The Civil Construction Design Packaged Course at WMIT Melbourne runs for a total of 104 weeks, structured as follows:

• 80 weeks of face-to-face classroom delivery at 20 hours per week
• 24 weeks of scheduled holidays

The course is delivered as face-to-face training at Level 10, 474 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000. The first phase covers the RII50520 Diploma units (20 units including CAD, BIM, drainage, foundations, and technical mathematics), followed directly by the RII60520 Advanced Diploma units (12 advanced units including geotechnical design, urban roads, structural steel and concrete, quality systems, and civil works design management). Learner Guides for all 32 units are included in course fees.

Graduates of the Diploma + Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design packaged course at WMIT hold two nationally recognised qualifications and are qualified for senior civil design roles including:

• Senior Civil Works Designer — leading design documentation for major infrastructure and construction projects
• Civil Design Draftsperson — producing detailed technical drawings and plans for roads, drainage, structures, and foundations
• Civil Construction Supervisor — overseeing civil construction activities and translating design into on-site implementation

With both AQF Level 5 and Level 6 credentials, graduates of this civil construction diploma in Melbourne are among the most comprehensively qualified civil design candidates entering the Melbourne job market — at a time when Victoria's infrastructure pipeline is generating sustained demand for qualified civil engineering professionals across government and private sector projects.

The complete fee breakdown for the Civil Construction Design Packaged Course in Melbourne at WMIT is:

• Total Tuition Fee: $26,750.00
• Admission (Enrolment) Fee: $250.00 (non-refundable, payable before commencement)
• Material Fee: $1,000.00

Tuition is paid in 6 equal instalments before the start of each term. The tuition fee includes all training, assessment, required resources, and textbooks for all 32 units across both qualifications. Additional minor costs such as document copies ($50 per document), printing (15c/page on campus), and USB drives may also apply. Nationally Recognised Training does not incur GST. For RPL: Application Fee $250 plus $400 per unit.

Yes. Upon completing both qualifications in the Civil Construction Design Packaged Course, graduates hold an AQF Level 6 Advanced Diploma — which is a recognised academic pathway toward Bachelor-level study. 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
• Progress to any other equivalent AQF Level 7 or above qualification

Specific credit transfer arrangements vary by university. We recommend contacting your preferred institution directly to confirm credit eligibility. WMIT's admissions team can assist with advice on progression pathways — email info@wmit.edu.au or call +61 3 9131 8789.

Yes. The Civil Construction Design Packaged Course at WMIT is fully CRICOS-registered , approved for international students studying in Australia on a Student Visa. WMIT (RTO 45639 · CRICOS 03874C) provides comprehensive support throughout the entire 104-week programme, including:

• LLN assessment and Individual Support Plan at orientation
• Mentoring from trainers with direct civil engineering and infrastructure industry experience
• Additional tutorials, workshops, and computer and technology support
• Referral to external housing, health, and community support services

To apply or enquire, email info@wmit.edu.au, call +61 3 9131 8789, or apply directly at admissions.wmit.edu.au.

The core qualifications — RII50520 Diploma of Civil Construction Design and RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design — are identical in both enrolment pathways. The difference is administrative and financial:

• Packaged Course : Single enrolment, single CRICOS code, built-in credit transfer, lower combined fee ($26,750 tuition), designed for students who know they want to complete both qualifications from the outset
• Separate enrolments: Each qualification has its own CRICOS code (Diploma: 114698B, Advanced Diploma: 114154A), separate admissions, and separate fees — more flexible but higher total cost and more administrative steps for Student Visa purposes

For most international students who plan to complete the full civil construction design pathway, the packaged civil construction course in Melbourne is the more practical and cost-efficient choice.

Yes. WMIT offers Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) across all 32 units of the Civil Construction Design Packaged Course. Students with existing skills, knowledge, or experience in civil construction, design drafting, engineering, or related technical fields can apply to have those competencies formally assessed — potentially reducing course duration and total cost.

RPL is assessed on a per-unit basis at $400 per unit of competency, plus a $250 application fee. Applications should ideally be submitted at enrolment but may be lodged up to 2 weeks into the course. A WMIT trainer/assessor will guide you through the evidence identification process. International students should be aware that if RPL is granted, course duration will be adjusted and confirmation provided in writing. Please refer to the WMIT Student Handbook for full RPL policy details.