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Diploma in Architectural Studies/Bachelor of Built Environment (Honours) (Interior Design or Landscape Architecture)

ProviderQueensland University of Technology
Course code: QTAC409016UniversityStudy area: ArchitectureData JSON
AttendanceOn campus
Intakes & start datesJuly 2026 · KG & GP · QLD

Course overview

The Diploma in Architectural Studies at QUT College equips you with foundational knowledge and skills for addressing future architectural challenges such as adapting to climate change and building resilient, healthy and sustainable communities. You will learn fundamental concepts regarding the creation of architectural environments that have positive impacts on human health, environmental quality, social relationships and urban systems. Upon successful completion of the Diploma, you will be able to articulate into the Bachelor of Built Environment (Honours) (Interior Design or Landscape Architecture) with 96 credit points of advanced standing.

You will then gain real life exposure to a range of built environment and urban development disciplines so you can build the knowledge and practical skills that will prepare you for a rewarding career in your chosen field. Your major will provide you with in depth knowledge and expertise in a built environment or urban development discipline.

This course is covered by the QUT Offer Guarantee.

For more course information, visit Diploma in Architectural Studies/Bachelor of Built Environment (Honours) at QUT.


Combined diploma/degrees: Upon completion of this diploma, you will be automatically offered a place in the Bachelor of Built Environment (Honours) (Interior Design or Landscape Architecture). Your completed diploma will provide 96 credit points (1 year) advanced standing to the degree.

Course record

Majors
The following Bachelor of Built Environment (Honours) majors are available: interior design; landscape architecture.
Career Opportunities
Refer to Diploma in Architectural Studies and Bachelor of Built Environment (Honours) (Interior Design or Landscape Architecture).

Entry requirements

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English requirement
IELTS 6.5, no band below 6TOEFL iBT 79, no band below 20PTE Academic 58-64, no band below 50Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 176-184, no band below 169

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Student profile

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Campuses & intake dates

Upcoming intakes

  • KG & GPQLDFebruary 2026
  • KG & GPQLDJuly 2026
  • KG & GPQLDNovember 2025
  • KG & GPQLD