VICTORIA UNIVERSITY · AUSTRALIA
Bachelor of Architectural Design
Bachelor's · Taught in en · UCAS NBAD
At a glance
36 mo
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- Focus on sustainable design methods aligned with UN SDGs.Sustainability Focus
- Incorporates circular economy principles to reduce waste.Circular Economy Principles
- Practical application through real projects and site visits.Real-World Application
- Design studio classes for skill development.Design Studios
- Feedback from experienced architects.Industry Feedback
- Opportunities to showcase work at design expos.Industry Exposure
The Bachelor of Architectural Design at Victoria University (VU) focuses on creating sustainable building designs that respond to community needs. This program incorporates principles from the circular economy, such as reuse, repurposing, and recycling, to minimize waste and pollution. Through real-world projects, site visits, and community collaboration, you will develop practical skills and industry knowledge. The curriculum emphasizes solving challenges faced by professionals in architecture and construction, preparing you for roles in government and private sectors. Graduates will possess a versatile skill set for building design and may pursue further studies to become registered architects.
Curriculum
To complete the Bachelor of Architectural Design, students must accumulate 288 credit points. This includes 96 credit points of First Year Core studies and 192 credit points of Professional Core and Capstone studies.
- First Year
- Fundamentals of Building ConstructionNBC1111
Careers
Graduates will be equipped with the skills for roles in the government and private planning and construction sectors. The program also provides a pathway for further study towards becoming a registered architect.
- Building Designer
- Roles in government and private planning and construction sectors
Entry requirements
Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent)Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English. PLUS Any Maths Units 1 and 2 except Foundation Maths or Foundation Maths Unit 3 or 4 with a study score of 20.
Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent)Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent).
Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (or equivalent)Completion of the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (or equivalent).
Higher Education studyFull or partial completion of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent). OR Completion of two units of Higher Education studies in Construction, Environmental Sustainability or similar. OR Completion of a bridging or enabling course with a focus on mathematics.
Work & Life Experience (for those who left secondary school >2 years ago and haven't studied since)Five years (minimum) work/life experience in Construction, Environmental Sustainability or similar. OR Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate more than two years ago. PLUS Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent). PLUS Any Maths Units 1 and 2 except Foundation Maths or Foundation Maths Unit 3 or 4 with a study score of 20.
No minimum ATAR is required. Applicants are assessed on educational achievements, work experience, skills, and personal attributes. Entry pathways and credit for prior learning are available. Meeting minimum criteria does not guarantee entry.
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How to apply
1. Register your interestComplete the online form to register your interest in the course.
2. Check Entry RequirementsEnsure you meet the academic and English language requirements for the course. Consider pathways or credit for prior learning if needed.
3. Submit ApplicationApply through the relevant application portal. For undergraduate courses, this may involve specific university application systems.