Study areaArchitecture and Design

Explore your creativity and shape the future of the built environment with Architecture and Design at UWA. Our courses blend innovation, sustainability, and technical expertise, preparing you for a dynamic career in architecture, landscape architecture, and urban design. 

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Studying Architecture and Design at UWA equips you with the skills to transform spaces and communities. Through a combination of design studios, technical courses, and collaborative projects, you will develop a deep understanding of architecture, urbanism, and environmental design. 

Our strong industry connections provide valuable networking opportunities, internships, and exposure to real-world challenges. Whether you aspire to design sustainable cities, heritage restorations, or cutting-edge structures, UWA will prepare you for success. 

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Discover how you can shape your future with UWA

Hear from our student, Beau Robinson and Lecturer Ms Lara Pinho about their experiences learning and teaching architecture and design at UWA. 

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  • 4th

    in Australia for undergraduate experience

    Student Experience Survey 2022-2023

  • 8th

    in Australia for postgraduate experience

    Student Experience Survey 2022-2023

  • #77

    Ranked in the world

    QS 2025

Accreditation

The Master of Architecture (25520) is accredited by the Architects Board of Western Australia through a process administered by the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia. Following completion of the course, graduates will be required to complete a minimum 3,300 hours (approximately 2 years) of professional experience, usually under the supervision of an architect and pass the national Architectural Practice Examination (APE) before being eligible to apply for registration as an architect in Australia.  The Master of Landscape Architecture (25550) is accredited by the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA). Following completion of the course and graduation, graduates will be required to complete two years full-time or part-time equivalent experience working as a Landscape Architect, before becoming eligible to apply for Registration as a Landscape Architect in Australia via the Mentorship Pathway. 

Reasons to study Architecture and Design at UWA

Nationally and Internationally Renowned Teaching Staff

You'll be taught by dedicated academic and professional teaching staff who have won national and international awards in teaching and design. With extensive global experience, they are actively shaping the future of design - helping you gain a global perspective into architecture and design.

    Industry exposure

    You'll work on projects from housing and museums to space stations, and gain hands-on experience with real sites through industry and community engagement opportunities.

      First in WA for Employee Reputation

      Our architecture and built environment courses is ranked first in WA for employee reputation (QS World Uni Rankings by Subject for 2023)

        State-of-the-art-facilities

        You'll have access to our state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, such as plastic-extrusion 3D printers, laser cutters, printmaking studios and 24/7 computer labs.

          Interdisciplinary collaboration

          You'll be in the same building as other creative disciplines such as architecture, landscape architecture, fine arts, urban design and history of art, placing you in a unique, collaborative and creative hub.

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