Bachelor of Design in Architecture

The Bachelor of Design in Architecture is offered by the University of Sydney School of Architecture, Design and Planning, ranked top 20 in the world for Architecture/Built Environment*.

This degree introduces you to the rewarding profession of architecture and is your first step to becoming a registered architect.

In this degree, you will learn to design for the built environment through a studio-based program that involves working on real-world projects in and around Sydney.

Opportunities for international exchange are also offered and provide you with a broader view of the role architecture can play in improving people's lives.You will undertake a core program in architectural history and theory, communications, technology and design workshops.

You will have access to electives drawn from across disciplines in arts, digital design, sustainability and urban design.Your personal and professional interests in architecture are matched by our staff's discipline-leading research and the school’s cutting edge facilities, including digital fabrication and modelling labs.Upon completion, most students enrol in the Master of Architecture to achieve professional certification, followed by the requisite registration process.Due to enrolment quotas, there are a limited number of places available in this degree.*2020 QS World University Rankings by Subject

Admission criteria

Admission to this course is on the basis of the following criteria:

• a secondary education qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate (including national and international equivalents), or approved higher education study, including approved preparation courses.
• English language requirements where these are not demonstrated by sufficient qualifications taught in English.

Admission pathways are open to domestic applicants on the basis of equity or other adjustment factors, including for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. For details, visit admission pathways.

Portfolio Admission Scheme for Domestic Applicants

Domestic applicants are invited to submit a portfolio of work in support of your application. The portfolio will be considered as part of your application.

For more information about the portfolio and submission visit the Portfolio admissions pathway page on the school's website.

Credit for previous study

If you’ve already completed university-level or equivalent subjects, you may be able to apply for credit for previous study.

What you'll study

Units of Study