Course overview
This course provides students with a strong understanding of what it means to be an architect in a globalised and dynamic world. Contextually informed by its location in the designed capital city of Canberra, our program focuses on architecture and the city; exploring the ways in which design studio, history and theory, technology, sustainability, digital production and communication methods come together in the analysis and generation of built form.
At the Faculty of Arts and Design (FAD) we design and offer courses to ensure that our graduates are employment ready and can reach the full potential of their career with professional knowledge and skills, critical and creative thinking, and excellent communication, collegiality and ethical practice. These qualities are enhanced by unique work integrated learning opportunities and leave our graduates well placed to make a positive contribution to a more sustainable built environment.
Course record
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities
Architect (after the successful completion of Master of Architecture), architectural assistant, specialist architect (in areas such as heritage), building designer, urban designer, policymaker, architectural journalist, researcher or educator, BIM modeller, architectural renderer, project manager.
Majors
Areas of study
Architectural communication, architectural design, architectural history and theory, architectural technology.
Other Information
Professional recognition
Compliant with the National Competency Standards in Architecture, as accredited by the Australian state and territory architect registration boards.
Practical experience
Work Integrated Learning is embedded in this course, providing you with opportunities for direct industry engagement during each stage of your degree. A feature of the course includes engaging with leading design professionals and industry practitioners to gain valuable real-world architectural experience by delivering a series of ‘live’ projects. Internships at local, national and international architecture firms are also promoted.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Current UC fee information.
Entry requirements
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If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.
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Campuses & intake dates
- CanberraACT