AUBEA 2026
CONFERENCE
WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
PARRAMATTA, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA
November 15 - 18, 2026
Conference Theme
Next-Gen Built Environment: Smart, Sustainable & Resilient Design and Construction
The 49th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference (AUBEA 2026) will be hosted by the Centre for Smart Modern Construction, School of Built Environment and Design, Faculty of Engineering, Computing & Science, Western Sydney University. The conference will provide an international platform for academics, researchers, industry professionals, and higher-degree research students to present and discuss research, innovation, and education addressing current and emerging challenges in the built environment.
AUBEA 2026
CONFERENCE
AUBEA 2026 Conference
WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
PARRAMATTA, NSW, AUSTRALIA
NOVEMBER 15 - 18, 2026
Conference Theme:
Next-Gen Built Environment: Smart, Sustainable & Resilient Design and Construction
The 49th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference (AUBEA 2026) will be hosted by the Centre for Smart Modern Construction, School of Built Environment and Design, Faculty of Engineering, Computing & Science, Western Sydney University. The conference will provide an international platform for academics, researchers, industry professionals, and higher-degree research students to present and discuss research, innovation, and education addressing current and emerging challenges in the built environment.
AUBEA AWARDS 2026
Celebrating Impact and Innovation in Built Environment Education
The AUBEA Awards mark a new chapter for our community — a formal, annual celebration of the excellence in research, teaching, and industry collaboration that has always defined built environment education across Australasia.
The AUBEA Awards recognise researchers, educators, and industry partners who are making a genuine difference to construction management education across Australasia. From early-career academics to long-serving leaders, these awards acknowledge the full range of contributions that make our discipline stronger.
AUBEA 2026
CONFERENCE
WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
PARRAMATTA, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA
November 15 - 18, 2026
Conference Theme
Next-Gen Built Environment: Smart, Sustainable & Resilient Design and Construction
The 49th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference (AUBEA 2026) will be hosted by the Centre for Smart Modern Construction, School of Built Environment and Design, Faculty of Engineering, Computing & Science, Western Sydney University. The conference will provide an international platform for academics, researchers, industry professionals, and higher-degree research students to present and discuss research, innovation, and education addressing current and emerging challenges in the built environment.
AUBEA 2026
CONFERENCE
AUBEA 2026 Conference
WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
PARRAMATTA, NSW, AUSTRALIA
NOVEMBER 15 - 18, 2026
Conference Theme:
Next-Gen Built Environment: Smart, Sustainable & Resilient Design and Construction
The 49th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference (AUBEA 2026) will be hosted by the Centre for Smart Modern Construction, School of Built Environment and Design, Faculty of Engineering, Computing & Science, Western Sydney University. The conference will provide an international platform for academics, researchers, industry professionals, and higher-degree research students to present and discuss research, innovation, and education addressing current and emerging challenges in the built environment.
For individuals and teams advancing knowledge in construction management and related disciplines — at any stage of a research career.
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Early-Career Research Excellence
-
Mid-Career Research Excellence
-
Research Impact Award (Individual or Team)
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For educators who inspire, innovate, and make a lasting difference to student learning and professional readiness.
​
-
Early-Career Teaching Excellence
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Teaching Excellence
-
Teaching Excellence — Indigenous Category
-
Team Teaching Excellence
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For industry organisations whose partnership with an AUBEA member institution has made a lasting contribution to learning and teaching, or to research and knowledge exchange. One award is presented annually across both streams.
A peer-nominated honour recognising a distinguished academic whose career has transformed construction management education and whose influence will be felt across the discipline for years to come.
WHAT WE RECOGNISE
AUBEA 2026
CONFERENCE
WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
PARRAMATTA, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA
November 15 - 18, 2026
Conference Theme
Next-Gen Built Environment: Smart, Sustainable & Resilient Design and Construction
The 49th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference (AUBEA 2026) will be hosted by the Centre for Smart Modern Construction, School of Built Environment and Design, Faculty of Engineering, Computing & Science, Western Sydney University. The conference will provide an international platform for academics, researchers, industry professionals, and higher-degree research students to present and discuss research, innovation, and education addressing current and emerging challenges in the built environment.
AUBEA 2026
CONFERENCE
AUBEA 2026 Conference
WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
PARRAMATTA, NSW, AUSTRALIA
NOVEMBER 15 - 18, 2026
Conference Theme:
Next-Gen Built Environment: Smart, Sustainable & Resilient Design and Construction
The 49th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference (AUBEA 2026) will be hosted by the Centre for Smart Modern Construction, School of Built Environment and Design, Faculty of Engineering, Computing & Science, Western Sydney University. The conference will provide an international platform for academics, researchers, industry professionals, and higher-degree research students to present and discuss research, innovation, and education addressing current and emerging challenges in the built environment.
AWARD VALUES
AU$500 for Research, Teaching, and Industry-Academic Collaboration awards. AU$1,000 for the Lifetime Achievement Award.
AUBEA 2026
CONFERENCE
WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
PARRAMATTA, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA
November 15 - 18, 2026
Conference Theme
Next-Gen Built Environment: Smart, Sustainable & Resilient Design and Construction
The 49th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference (AUBEA 2026) will be hosted by the Centre for Smart Modern Construction, School of Built Environment and Design, Faculty of Engineering, Computing & Science, Western Sydney University. The conference will provide an international platform for academics, researchers, industry professionals, and higher-degree research students to present and discuss research, innovation, and education addressing current and emerging challenges in the built environment.
AUBEA 2026
CONFERENCE
AUBEA 2026 Conference
WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
PARRAMATTA, NSW, AUSTRALIA
NOVEMBER 15 - 18, 2026
Conference Theme:
Next-Gen Built Environment: Smart, Sustainable & Resilient Design and Construction
The 49th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference (AUBEA 2026) will be hosted by the Centre for Smart Modern Construction, School of Built Environment and Design, Faculty of Engineering, Computing & Science, Western Sydney University. The conference will provide an international platform for academics, researchers, industry professionals, and higher-degree research students to present and discuss research, innovation, and education addressing current and emerging challenges in the built environment.
KEY DATES
Nomination Deadline
28 May 2026
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Finallist Announced
22 September 2026
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Awards Ceremony
17 November 2026 - AUBEA Annual Conference Dinner
AUBEA 2026
CONFERENCE
WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
PARRAMATTA, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA
November 15 - 18, 2026
Conference Theme
Next-Gen Built Environment: Smart, Sustainable & Resilient Design and Construction
The 49th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference (AUBEA 2026) will be hosted by the Centre for Smart Modern Construction, School of Built Environment and Design, Faculty of Engineering, Computing & Science, Western Sydney University. The conference will provide an international platform for academics, researchers, industry professionals, and higher-degree research students to present and discuss research, innovation, and education addressing current and emerging challenges in the built environment.
AUBEA 2026
CONFERENCE
AUBEA 2026 Conference
WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
PARRAMATTA, NSW, AUSTRALIA
NOVEMBER 15 - 18, 2026
Conference Theme:
Next-Gen Built Environment: Smart, Sustainable & Resilient Design and Construction
The 49th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference (AUBEA 2026) will be hosted by the Centre for Smart Modern Construction, School of Built Environment and Design, Faculty of Engineering, Computing & Science, Western Sydney University. The conference will provide an international platform for academics, researchers, industry professionals, and higher-degree research students to present and discuss research, innovation, and education addressing current and emerging challenges in the built environment.
NOMINATE NOW
To apply, download the application instructions and the corresponding application form for your award category. Read the instructions carefully before completing the form.
Before submitting your nomination, please read our AUBEA Awards 2026 Privacy Notice. By submitting a nomination, you consent to AUBEA collecting and using your personal information in accordance with that notice
AUBEA 2026
CONFERENCE
WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
PARRAMATTA, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA
November 15 - 18, 2026
Conference Theme
Next-Gen Built Environment: Smart, Sustainable & Resilient Design and Construction
The 49th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference (AUBEA 2026) will be hosted by the Centre for Smart Modern Construction, School of Built Environment and Design, Faculty of Engineering, Computing & Science, Western Sydney University. The conference will provide an international platform for academics, researchers, industry professionals, and higher-degree research students to present and discuss research, innovation, and education addressing current and emerging challenges in the built environment.
AUBEA 2026
CONFERENCE
AUBEA 2026 Conference
WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
PARRAMATTA, NSW, AUSTRALIA
NOVEMBER 15 - 18, 2026
Conference Theme:
Next-Gen Built Environment: Smart, Sustainable & Resilient Design and Construction
The 49th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference (AUBEA 2026) will be hosted by the Centre for Smart Modern Construction, School of Built Environment and Design, Faculty of Engineering, Computing & Science, Western Sydney University. The conference will provide an international platform for academics, researchers, industry professionals, and higher-degree research students to present and discuss research, innovation, and education addressing current and emerging challenges in the built environment.
HOW IT WORKS
Most awards are open for self-nomination. The Lifetime Achievement Award is peer-nominated only.
All nominations are assessed by an independent panel of senior academics and industry representatives, who look for clear evidence of innovation, impact, and meaningful improvement in outcomes.
Finalists are announced on 22 September 2026 and featured on the AUBEA website and social media. Certificates and cash awards are presented at the AUBEA Annual Conference dinner on 17 November 2026. Registration and attendance at the conference is required to receive an award.
AUBEA AWARDS 2026
Celebrating Impact and Innovation in Built Environment Education
The AUBEA Awards mark a new chapter for our community — a formal, annual celebration of the excellence in research, teaching, and industry collaboration that has always defined built environment education across Australasia.
The AUBEA Awards recognise researchers, educators, and industry partners who are making a genuine difference to construction management education across Australasia. From early-career academics to long-serving leaders, these awards acknowledge the full range of contributions that make our discipline stronger.
WHAT WE RECOGNISE
The AUBEA Awards span four categories, covering the full breadth of contribution to built environment education and research.
CATEGORY A
RESEARCH
AWARDS
For individuals and teams advancing knowledge in construction management and related disciplines — at any stage of a research career.
​
-
Early-Career Research Excellence
-
Mid-Career Research Excellence
-
Research Impact Award (Individual or Team)
CATEGORY B
TEACHING
EXCELLENCE AWARD
For educators who inspire, innovate, and make a lasting difference to student learning and professional readiness.
​
-
Early-Career Teaching Excellence
-
Teaching Excellence
-
Teaching Excellence — Indigenous Category
-
Team Teaching Excellence
CATEGORY C
INDUSTRY - ACADEMIC COLLABORATION AWARD
For industry organisations whose partnership with an AUBEA member institution has made a lasting contribution to learning and teaching, or to research and knowledge exchange. One award is presented annually across both streams.
CATEGORY D
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
A peer-nominated honour recognising a distinguished academic whose career has transformed construction management education and whose influence will be felt across the discipline for years to come.
HOW IT WORKS
HOW IT WORKS
Most awards are open for self-nomination. The Lifetime Achievement Award is peer-nominated only.
All nominations are assessed by an independent panel of senior academics and industry representatives, who look for clear evidence of innovation, impact, and meaningful improvement in outcomes.
Finalists are announced on 22 September 2026 and featured on the AUBEA website and social media. Certificates and cash awards are presented at the AUBEA Annual Conference dinner on 17 November 2026. Registration and attendance at the conference is required to receive an award.
AWARD VALUES
AWARD VALUES
AU$500 for Research, Teaching, and Industry-Academic Collaboration awards. AU$1,000 for the Lifetime Achievement Award.
KEY DATES
Nomination Deadline
28 May 2026
Finallist announced
22 September 2026
Awards Ceremony
17 November 2026 - AUBEA Annual Conference Dinner
CALL FOR SUBMISSION
AUBEA 2026 will invite submissions in the following categories:
Abstract submission will open first, with authors indicating their preferred submission type.
All submissions will undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process.
Accepted full papers will be published in Scopus-indexed conference proceedings, subject to publisher acceptance. Accepted extended abstracts will be published in digital conference proceedings with a DOI. Selected high-quality papers may be invited for further development for publication in journal special issues (to be confirmed).
The submission system and detailed author guidelines will be announced in due course. Prospective authors are encouraged to check this page regularly for updates.
AUBEA 2026
CONFERENCE
WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
PARRAMATTA, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA
November 15 - 18, 2026
Conference Theme
Next-Gen Built Environment: Smart, Sustainable & Resilient Design and Construction
The 49th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference (AUBEA 2026) will be hosted by the Centre for Smart Modern Construction, School of Built Environment and Design, Faculty of Engineering, Computing & Science, Western Sydney University. The conference will provide an international platform for academics, researchers, industry professionals, and higher-degree research students to present and discuss research, innovation, and education addressing current and emerging challenges in the built environment.
AUBEA 2026
CONFERENCE
AUBEA 2026 Conference
WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
PARRAMATTA, NSW, AUSTRALIA
NOVEMBER 15 - 18, 2026
Conference Theme:
Next-Gen Built Environment: Smart, Sustainable & Resilient Design and Construction
The 49th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference (AUBEA 2026) will be hosted by the Centre for Smart Modern Construction, School of Built Environment and Design, Faculty of Engineering, Computing & Science, Western Sydney University. The conference will provide an international platform for academics, researchers, industry professionals, and higher-degree research students to present and discuss research, innovation, and education addressing current and emerging challenges in the built environment.
CALL FOR SUBMISSION
AUBEA 2026 will invite submissions in the following categories:
Abstract submission will open first, with authors indicating their preferred submission type.
All submissions will undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process.
Accepted full papers will be published in Scopus-indexed conference proceedings, subject to publisher acceptance. Accepted extended abstracts will be published in digital conference proceedings with a DOI. Selected high-quality papers may be invited for further development for publication in journal special issues (to be confirmed).
The submission system and detailed author guidelines will be announced in due course. Prospective authors are encouraged to check this page regularly for updates.
NOMINATE NOW
To apply, download the application instructions and the corresponding application form for your award category. Read the instructions carefully before completing the form.
Before submitting your nomination, please read our AUBEA Awards 2026 Privacy Notice. By submitting a nomination, you consent to AUBEA collecting and using your personal information in accordance with that notice
