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Architecture

Architecture is the conceptualisation and design of built forms in response to economic, social and technological needs and desires.
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Careers and further study

This major opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.

Career Pathways

The two co-requisite majors in Architecture provide a range of employment opportunities, including architecture (with further study), urban design (with further study), architectural drafting, architectural education/academia (with further study) or government policy. You could work in architectural and urban design practice, city and regional planning, government agencies, higher education, property development and architectural illustration and modelling.
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Career Pathways

The two co-requisite majors in Architecture provide a range of employment opportunities, including architecture (with further study), urban design (with further study), architectural drafting, architectural education/academia (with further study) or government policy. You could work in architectural and urban design practice, city and regional planning, government agencies, higher education, property development and architectural illustration and modelling.
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Career Opportunities

Further Study

If you complete the two Architecture majors at a high enough level, you can proceed to the Master of Architecture by Coursework. The MArch is accredited by the Architects' Boards in each state and territory and is recognised by a number of international accreditation bodies. Completion of an Architecture major to a high enough standard can also lead to further studies in a postgraduate Urban Design course (master's, graduate diploma or graduate certificate), Master of Landscape Architecture (requires additional conversion units), Master of Building Information Modelling (with relevant work experience), or a Graduate Certificate in Architectural Conservation.
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Further Study

If you complete the two Architecture majors at a high enough level, you can proceed to the Master of Architecture by Coursework. The MArch is accredited by the Architects' Boards in each state and territory and is recognised by a number of international accreditation bodies. Completion of an Architecture major to a high enough standard can also lead to further studies in a postgraduate Urban Design course (master's, graduate diploma or graduate certificate), Master of Landscape Architecture (requires additional conversion units), Master of Building Information Modelling (with relevant work experience), or a Graduate Certificate in Architectural Conservation.
Postgraduate study at UWA

Master of Architecture

Master of Architecture

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Fees and scholarships

Learn more about the fees that apply to you for this major. For fee type definitions and further assistance, see the Fee Calculator Help page. You can also search our database for scholarships that are relevant to you or your desired course.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

Cost of living

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

Cost of living

Admission requirements

The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers, mature-age applicants and those with previous tertiary study. If you’re interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.

Minimum entry requirements

Minimum entry requirements

Below you’ll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).

Indonesian Secondary School Leaving Certificate (STTB SMA)
  • 8
International Baccalaureate
  • 27
Singapore-Cambridge A-Levels
  • 8
UWA Foundation Programme (UWAFP)
  • 66
Western Australian Universities Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 60
Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY)
  • 270
Trinity College Foundation Program
  • 75
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 80
Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 320
Malaysian STPM
  • 8
UNSW Foundation Studies
  • 7
Below you’ll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
Indonesian Secondary School Leaving Certificate (STTB SMA)
  • 8
International Baccalaureate
  • 27
Singapore-Cambridge A-Levels
  • 8
UWA Foundation Programme (UWAFP)
  • 66
Western Australian Universities Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 60
Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY)
  • 270
Trinity College Foundation Program
  • 75
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 80
Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 320
Malaysian STPM
  • 8
UNSW Foundation Studies
  • 7
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Admission requirements

For applicants with recent secondary education, information on admission criteria is available on our entry standards page.

Admission requirements

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

English competency

How to apply

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Course details

Architecture provides a rich experience in creative thinking across a broad set of studies bridging the Humanities and the Sciences. It can be defined as the conceptualisation and design of individual buildings and urban landscapes in response to existing and emerging economic, technical and social needs.

About The Course

The two co-requisite majors in Architecture (Architecture A and Architecture B) prepare you for postgraduate studies by introducing a range of technologies and production methods that encourage you to imagine different design outcomes and to create drawings, models and prototypes.

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About The Course

The two co-requisite majors in Architecture (Architecture A and Architecture B) prepare you for postgraduate studies by introducing a range of technologies and production methods that encourage you to imagine a variety of design outcomes and their applications. You'll be introduced to different technologies and production methods to create drawings, models and prototypes. You'll also make investigations into design communication, sustainable design and relevant historical, theoretical and ethical aspects of architecture. At the end of your degree you'll be able to use your facility for creative and rational inquiry to analyse and provide solutions to design problems.
Architecture

Quick Details

Status
  • Available 2019
Locations
  • Albany (Regional campus)
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 21-25 hours per week, plus own study time
Level of study
  • Undergraduate
Course Code
  • MJD-ARCTA
TISC Codes
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Architecture

Quick Details

Status
  • Available 2019
Locations
  • Albany (Regional campus)
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 21-25 hours per week, plus own study time
Level of study
  • Undergraduate
Course Code
  • MJD-ARCTA
TISC Codes
Degrees course is available in
  • Bachelor of Arts
Faculty
  • Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Education - Design

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Course Structure

The Architecture A major is only available as a degree-specific major with the co-requisite Architecture B as a second major.
As well as the units specified in your majors, you will study broadening units outside your main area of study.

Course structure details

Course structure details

Facilities & equipment

Facilities and equipment
Facilities and equipment

Cullity Gallery

Cullity Gallery
The Cullity Gallery is an exhibition space situated on the ground floor of the School of Design. Used for student and external exhibitions, the gallery can be configured in a variety of ways to suit curatorial requirements.

Course Accreditation

Students who complete the two Architecture majors at a sufficiently high level may proceed to the Master of Architecture by Coursework (MArch). The MArch is accredited by the Architects Boards in each state and territory and recognised by a number of international accreditation bodies.

Your degree options

These co-requisite majors are only available within the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) degrees. Co-requisite majors mean you undertake more units in this area. You are not able to pair these co-requisite majors with another major.

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