Undergraduate
Architecture
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Student Central
The University of Western Australia (M355), 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, Western Australia 6009
Telephone
131 UWA (131 892)
International
(+61 8) 6488 1000
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Careers and further study
This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.
Career Pathways
Further Study
If you complete the Architecture extended major at a high enough level, you can proceed to the Master of Architecture. The Master of Architecture (25520) is accredited by the Architects Board of Western Australia through a process administered by the Architects Accreditation Council Australia.
Completion of an Architecture major to a high enough standard can also lead to further studies in Urban Design (Master's, Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate), Building Information Modelling (Master's or Graduate Diploma), Master of Landscape Architecture (requires additional conversion units), or a Graduate Certificate in Architectural Conservation.
Master of Architecture
Fees and scholarships
Domestic Student Fees
For Commonwealth-supported places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit, based on area of study. For a fee estimate, go to the Fee Calculator and select “I want to price my units”. Fees are subject to annual indexation. Refer to the Handbook to identify the units required. More information on how fees are calculated.
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.
Cost of living
International Student Fees
Onshore international students are charged an annual course fee, charged per credit point at a rate dependent on the course in which the student is enrolled. Annual course fees are calculated based on an annual study load. Check the handbook to confirm the annual study load for your course.
Find out more about international student tuition fees and visit the fee calculator for the relevant course fees.
Fees are subject to annual indexation.
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.
Cost of living
Admission requirements
The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you’re interested in studying one of these majors, find out the admission details below.
Minimum entry requirements
- 3.6
- 75.5
- 254
- 324
- 14.5
- 280
- 61
- 1130
- 56
- 75
Assured Pathways for high school leavers
- UK011 (via the Bachelor of Environmental Design)
- UK005 (via Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours))
- BEnvDes + MArch
- BPhil(Hons) + MArch
- No
- ATAR only
- Completion of a UWA bachelor’s degree with a WAM of 60 per cent and extended major in Architecture.
[1] This pathway is also available through the Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours). Students taking this pathway require an ATAR of 98.00.
[2] Bachelor of Philosophy students will take an additional year to complete this pathway.
Admission requirements
Pathways for mature-age students
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.
Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
How to apply
The application process to this course is different for the assured and graduate entry pathways, and for international and domestic applicants.
Refer to the below regarding application processes for each of the pathways . More information regarding admission requirements and prerequisites for each pathway can be found on the 'Admission Requirements' tab.
Domestic Pathways
- Domestic Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via TISC. Refer to TISC Online for current course codes and application deadlines.
- Domestic Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via GEMSAS, which open and close in accordance with the GEMSAS timeline. All domestic applicants must submit a valid GAMSAT score by the application closing date.
International Pathways
- International Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via UWA's online application system or via an authorised international education agent.
- International Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via UWA's online application system or via an authorised international education agent.
Course details
About the course
The Architecture extended major prepares 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.
Quick details
- Available
- Perth (Crawley campus)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-campus
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- 21-25 hours per week, plus own study time
- Undergraduate
- MJD-ARCTA
- 3 years (BEnvDes); 4 years (BPhil [Hons])
Course Structure
Architecture is only available as a degree-specific extended major.
About the discipline
Meet the teachers
As a UWA architecture student, you'll be taught by award-winning practising architects and researchers.
Read about some of your potential teachers:
Life at the School of Design
Why study Architecture at UWA?
- Award-winning and highly experienced teachers who’ve won international and national awards, have extensive worldwide practice-based experience and local community engagement
- Learn a comprehensive approach to design for better living. Not limited to the study of one object but also its integration in a larger system with performative, aesthetic, community, ecological and economic consequences
How Lyndsay is bringing her passion for Architecture back home to Albany
Hear from Lyndsay, UWA Bachelor of Environmental Design and Master of Architecture graduate, about her experience studying at UWA and her life as a graduate architect in Albany.
A global approach
Up to half of School of Design academic staff have an international background, which exposes you to global ways of thinking and learning. Our international outlook, forward-thinking approach and commitment to local communities translate into a rich web of contacts and collaborative opportunities. Through a range of partnerships, you'll have opportunities to learn with guidance from leading international and national architectural firms, as well as local government departments and councils. You can enjoy overseas study opportunities – recent destinations include Lisbon, Singapore, Bangkok, Athens and Harbin. The School has a large international exchange program, which continues to grow.
Excellent facilities
At the School of Design, you’ll have access to well-equipped facilities including:
- Studio spaces
- Design Hub, a working space with senior student mentors available for assistance
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Digital fabrication equipment such as plastic extrusion 3D printers, laser cutters and CNC milling machines
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Multiple computer labs with 24-hour access
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Printmaking studio with etching presses and spray booths
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Multimedia production facilities
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Cullity Gallery, where you’ll have the opportunity to exhibit your work.
You'll learn to
- create drawings, models and prototypes
- imagine and create design outcomes and applications
- analyse design problems and provide solutions
- analyse historical, theoretical and ethical aspects of architecture
- employ design communication and sustainable design
Course accreditation
Students who complete the Architecture extended major at a sufficiently high level may proceed to the Master of Architecture by Coursework (MArch).
The Master of Architecture (25520) is accredited by the Architects Board of Western Australia through a process administered by the Architects Accreditation Council Australia.
Design@Home
If you're looking to start your degree in 2025, we're introducing Design@Home through UWA's School of Design, a foundation year program with online and flexible study modes to suit your personal circumstance.
Our program is tailored for everyone, whether you're based in a regional or remote area within WA, or beyond.
This dedicated first-year program combines online learning with short immersive in-person experiences and has been developed for students enrolling in the Bachelor of Environmental Design degree with a major in Architecture or Landscape Architecture.
Form connections
See what our students are up to by following the School of Design Facebook page, School of Design Instagram account and School of Design on LinkedIn.
The UWA ALVA Student Society is affiliated with the UWA Student Guild and represents students within the School of Design. Visit the ALVA Student Society on Facebook.
Your degree options
This extended major is only available within the Bachelor of Environmental Design or Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) degrees. You are not able to pair this extended major with another major.
Bachelor of Environmental Design
Bachelor of Philosophy