For professionals in architecture, engineering, or construction (AEC), UWA’s online Building Information Modelling (Online) postgraduate courses provide specialist knowledge for those looking to gain a competitive edge in today’s job market.
Building Information Modelling (BIM) is revolutionising the way cities are designed, constructed, and maintained. No longer just a tool for individual buildings, BIM is reshaping entire urban landscapes, making cities smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable.
UWA is one of only two universities in Australia offering postgraduate qualifications in BIM, and the only one with a fully online study option. This flexibility gives Australian and international AEC professionals the opportunity to access UWA online learning resources anytime, anywhere, accommodating both their professional and personal commitments.
How BIM influences urban planning
Nicholas Kletnieks, a BIM lecturer at UWA, explains that BIM goes far beyond creating a 3D building model. It evolves into a detailed, data-rich digital model that can eventually become a "Digital Twin"—a virtual replica of the real, functioning building.
“BIM is a method for designing, managing, and operating buildings. It starts with a 3D model that includes detailed data about the building's components and is continuously updated throughout its design, construction, operation, and even recycling stages. At its full potential, this model can simulate how the building responds to factors like weight, weather, and sunlight—just like the real thing.”
This approach allows urban designers to create living spaces that respond to the needs of modern life, making urban areas more liveable and sustainable. It will enable planners, for example, to simulate how buildings and spaces will interact with their surroundings, optimising for sunlight, green space, and efficient infrastructure, all of which contribute to an enhanced quality of life.
Benefiting your career
Nicholas emphasised the benefits of studying BIM, particularly for professionals looking to advance their careers in AEC industries.
“BIM expertise is invaluable because it equips you to manage complexity and deliver smarter, faster, and greener projects. These abilities are highly sought-after in the modern job market" Nicholas said.
“UWA’s postgraduate courses give professionals a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving landscape. BIM is more than a skill - it’s a pathway to leadership."
If you’re ready to advance your career in AEC and make a real impact on the future of urban life, explore how UWA’s Building Information Modelling (Online) postgraduate courses can help you reach your goals. Apply today and start building the cities of tomorrow.
