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Overview

The Computational Design degree is the nexus of architecture and design with engineering and science all through a profound understanding of computing and computation. Computers have infiltrated all aspects of the built environment. Thus the program focuses on applying state of the art thinking in design, architecture and urbanism with … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Synthesise interdisciplinary knowledge of cultural, natural, and technological systems in local and global contexts.
  • Global Citizens
2.
Apply interdisciplinary knowledge using computational design thinking and methods to built environment challenges.
  • Scholars
  • Leaders
3.
Critically analyse complex environmental conditions through digital technologies and computational methods.
  • Scholars
  • Leaders
4.
Apply computational design knowledge and skills for professional work and, or further learning.
  • Leaders
  • Professionals
5.
Practice the ethical application of digital and computational technologies in and for the design of the built environment.
  • Professionals

Graduate Capabilities

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Program Structure
144 Units of Credit:

Students must complete 144 UOC as a standalone program.

Level 1 Core Courses

Students must take 48 UOC of the following courses.

ARCH1142
6 UOC
Architectural Communications
CODE1110
6 UOC
Computational Design Theory 1
CODE1150
6 UOC
Computational Design I (Fundamentals)
CODE1161
6 UOC
Design Computing
CODE2170
6 UOC
Building Information Modelling
CODE2121
6 UOC
Computational Design 3 (Advanced)
CODE1240
6 UOC
Computational Design 2 (Intermediate)

Level 2 Core Courses

Students must take 42 UOC of the following courses.

CODE1210
6 UOC
Computational Design Theory 2
CODE1231
6 UOC
Ubiquitous Cities
CODE1234
6 UOC
Urban Data
CODE2120
6 UOC
Building Data
CODE2132
6 UOC
Computational Design Studio IV (Proficiency)
CODE2230
6 UOC
Human Machine Interaction
CODE2250
6 UOC
Advanced Digital Fabrication
CODE2270
6 UOC
Design Information Management

Level 3 Core Courses

Students must take 18 UOC of the following courses.

CODE3100
6 UOC
Digital Collaboration Studio
CODE3201
6 UOC
Graduation Project: Theory
CODE3202
6 UOC
Graduation Project: Practice

BE Interdisciplinary Learning Courses

Students must take at least 12 UOC of the following courses.

BEIL0001
6 UOC
Graphic Design for the Built Environment
BEIL0003
6 UOC
Built Environment Annual Design Competition
BEIL0005
6 UOC
People, Place and Design
BEIL0006
6 UOC
BE OutThere Elective
BEIL0007
6 UOC
Sustainable Design Thinking
BEIL0008
6 UOC
Design Project Management - Vision to Reality
BEIL0009
6 UOC
Exhibition Design: Transforming Temporary Space
BEIL0010
6 UOC
Creating Value for Built Environment Clients
BEIL0011
6 UOC
Healthy Planning
BEIL0013
6 UOC
Architectural Photography
BEIL0014
6 UOC
Digital Making
BEIL0017
6 UOC
Business Start Up
BEIL0018
6 UOC
Kirigami Architectural Principles & Creative Paper Engineering
BEIL6000
6 UOC
Mapping Social Justice in the City
BEIL6001
6 UOC
International Planning
BEIL6002
6 UOC
Urban and Regional Design
BEIL6003
6 UOC
Cinematic Space
BEIL6005
6 UOC
Researching Art, Architecture and Design
BEIL6006
6 UOC
Heritage Planning
BEIL6007
6 UOC
International Study Tour
BEIL6008
6 UOC
International Design Studio

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 complete all courses in each of the first four semesters (Level 1 and Level 2) in sequence prior to enrolment in Level 3.

Recommended Elective List

- ARCH1121 Architectural History and Theory 1 (6 UOC)- ARCH1161 Building Environment 1 (6 UOC)- ARCH1162 Construction and Structures 1 (6 UOC)- BENV2001 Emerging Digital Technologies 1 (6 UOC)- BENV6800 Professional Placement (6 UOC)- IDES2171 Communication 2: 3D Digital Modelling (6 UOC)- INTA2002 Interior Architecture Technics 2 (6 UOC)- LAND2122 … For more content click the Read More button below.

Enrolment Disclaimer

Please note that this Handbook is a comprehensive catalogue of our offerings and includes courses that can be taken to satisfy program requirements irrespective as to their availability for a particular year. Availability of courses is best checked using filters on this site or on the class timetable site.

You are responsible for ensuring that you enrol in courses according to your program requirements and by following the advice of your Program Authority. myUNSW enrolment checks that you have met enrolment requirements such as pre-requisites for individual courses but not that you are enrolling in courses that will count towards your program requirements.

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Admission Requirements

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Program Requirements

Progression Requirements

Pathways

Honours Programs

Bachelor of Computational Design (Honours) - BCoDe (Hons)4523 - Computational Design (Honours)

Professional Outcomes

Career Opportunities

Recognition of Achievement

University Medal

Award of Pass with Distinction

Program Fees

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Domestic Students
Commonwealth Supported Students (if applicable)
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Additional Expenses

The Faculty provides its students with secure, 24 hour access to computer labs with the hardware and software required to complete the program. Students specialising in Computational Design will find advantage in having a laptop computer capable of running the software used through the degree. For details regarding hardware and or software applications, please contact the Faculty.

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