Bachelor of Property

"When deciding where to study for University I knew Bond was the clear choice. My eldest brother had previously attended Bond University and another brother was awarded a scholarship at Bond. I listened to and watched all their amazing experiences and always wanted to, one day, be part of it. Furthermore I read that Bond University was rated very favourably on the International forum and was Australia’s No. 1 university for student experience. By this stage I had recognised my learning style and Bond was a perfect fit. I wanted to be highly engaged throughout my Bachelor of Property degree, and I absolutely was! Show more

"When deciding where to study for University I knew Bond was the clear choice. My eldest brother had previously attended Bond University and another brother was awarded a scholarship at Bond. I listened to and watched all their amazing experiences and always wanted to, one day, be part of it. Furthermore I read that Bond University was rated very favourably on the International forum and was Australia’s No. 1 university for student experience. By this stage I had recognised my learning style and Bond was a perfect fit. I wanted to be highly engaged throughout my Bachelor of Property degree, and I absolutely was!

The professors were always willing to help, guide, support and provide pathways and opportunities to get you to where you wanted to be. Bond University provided that wealth of knowledge, that entry into the world of enterprise and a get-up-and-go confidence to achieve lifelong ambitions. This institution enables students to thrive in a community that builds self-assurance and prepares for the real world.

My time at Bond was absolutely incredible and definitely unforgettable. The friendships I’ve made through playing for the Bond University AFL Club, Sony Children’s Foundation, partying at Don’s Tavern and studying late at the Sustainable Development Building have made the experience the best it could ever be. I thoroughly enjoyed my time and love all the opportunities Bond presents to the students. As it’s quite a small campus compared to other universities you really feel like its home when you’re on campus. I couldn’t speak more highly of my time at Bond University and recommend it to any students considering studying.

During my time at Bond University I worked for Herron Todd White Property valuers as an assistant valuer. This experience was invaluable. As well as completing my degree, my day to day work in the real world would directly correlate to what I was learning at University which enabled me to gain a deeper understanding of my subjects.

I was also fortunate enough to go on exchange as the first ever Bachelor of Property student to Clemson University in South Carolina. It was tricky at first to find subjects that would relate and be recognised in relation to my degree. However the staff who work with securing students’ subjects to enable them to organise exchange, were extremely helpful. Together we were able arrange the two core subjects that were sufficient as accreditation for my degree at Bond and the other two were my electives which I had saved for an opportunity like this. I can’t emphasize enough to students thinking about exchange, that the experience I had over in the US was something I’ll never forget.  I would highly recommend any student interested in applying, to just go for it. Planning is the key. Going on exchange for a Property student is more difficult, however if you are organized with your subjects and plan out the structure of your degree so you can finish in the timeframe that you wish. I guarantee that it’ll be an experience that you’ll never forget.

In my current position, as Commercial Banking Assistant Relationship Manager (Property Development/ Investment), my responsibilities include: valuation methodology, analyzing credit risk, operational risk, documentation and settlement functionality, assisting in managing a portfolio which is predominantly Property Investment/ Development. Bond has helped me prepare for these responsibilities by presenting similar tasks for assignments, speeches, exams and oral presentations. Bond University provided numerous networking events so that you could speak to other Bond Alumni who were already in the industry and gain insights from their experiences.  Bond has an impressive Alumni program that allows students to call and contact professionals who are already in the industry and gain advice/ be mentored. It is these extra opportunities and the personalisation of the programs that makes Bond University stand out in a crowd.

Bond draws a critical mass of students from all over Australia and Internationally. I am born and bred on the Gold Coast, however Queenslanders were the minority on campus. Bond University is a melting pot of international and interstate students, all brimming with enthusiasm and open to the opportunity to mix study and career, friendship and fun. Thanks to Bond University, I have friends all over the country and all over the world.   I loved the size of the campus and the personal touches Bond University brings.  It is easy to become highly engaged in your classes and build great relationships with both your peers and your professors.  It is the Bond University way.

I applaud Bond University and I am so grateful that my choices led to studying at this wonderful institution. I am proud to be a Bondie and I am appreciative of the ‘bonds’ that Bond University embraces and offers. Through all the academic pursuits, social events, sporting teams, study groups, networking events and opportunities, the University never disappoints.  I’ll never forget my time at Bond and can clearly endorse just why it is rated as Australia’s No. 1 university for student experience." Show less