Overview
The Bachelor of Architectural Studies degree provides academic education in the practice and theory of architecture. It requires full time attendance for three years. In combination with the Master of Architecture, it is designed to deliver an architectural education appropriate to contemporary multidisciplinary professional practice. Graduates will be eligible to … For more content click the Read More button below.
Progression through the program is by stages, each comprising two semester-long design studios and their corresponding supporting courses. Admission to each stage is subject to the successful completion of the design courses of the preceding stages, except where approval has been given by the Director of Architecture.
The Program provides students with a disciplinary grounding in architectural design and related technical and academic knowledge.
It prepares students to work in architecture and other design-based industries. It also prepares students to undertake the Master of Architecture Program, a two year accredited degree required by students intending to undertake the professional examinations within their state or territory in order to become registered Architects. Lectures and practical sessions cover the following areas:
Architectural DesignArchitectural CommunicationsArchitectural History and TheoryArchitectural Science and TechnologyArchitectural Construction and Structures
Learning Outcomes
1.
Apply social, ethical, environmental and regulatory knowledge and skills to architectural design, documentation and delivery.
- Professionals
2.
Demonstrate competent skills in architectural enquiry through research, analysis, critique and reflection
- Scholars
3.
Apply communication skills which are precise, persuasive and creative using a variety of methods and media.
- Professionals
- Leaders
4.
Acquire self-directed disciplinary knowledge and demonstrate reflective practice in relation to architectural problem solving.
- Leaders
- Scholars
- Professionals
5.
Exercise informed ethical judgement in scholarship and architectural practice.
- Professionals
6.
Demonstrate the ability to work collegially and productively in teams encompassing diverse cultural and disciplinary affiliations.
- Global Citizens
- Leaders
Program Structure144 Units of Credit:
Students must complete 144 UOC as a standalone program.
Level 1 Core Courses
Students must take 42 UOC of the following courses.
Level 2 Core Courses
Students must take 30 UOC of the following courses.
Level 3 Core Courses
Students must take 36 UOC of the following courses.
BE Interdisciplinary Learning (BEIL) Courses
Students must take at least 12 UOC of the following courses.
Free Electives
Students must take at least 12 UOC of the following courses.
General Education
Students must take at least 12 UOC of the following courses.
Level 3 Maturity Requirements
Students must have completed 72 UOC before taking any of the following courses.
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Admission Requirements
Special Admission Requirements
Program Requirements
Progression Requirements
Pathways
Honours Programs
Bachelor of Architectural Studies (Honours) - BArchSt(Hons)4521 - Architectural Studies (Honours)
Post Graduate
Master of Architecture - MArch8143 - Architecture
Professional Outcomes
Professional Recognition
Career Opportunities
Recognition of Achievement
University Medal
Award of Pass with Distinction
Program Fees
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