Architectural Studies

The Bachelor of Architectural Studies degree provides academic education in the practice and theory of architecture.

It requires full time attendance for three years.

In combination with the Master of Architecture, it is designed to deliver an architectural education appropriate to contemporary multidisciplinary professional practice.

Graduates will be eligible to … For more content click the Read More button below.The Bachelor of Architectural Studies degree provides academic education in the practice and theory of architecture.

It requires full time attendance for three years.

In combination with the Master of Architecture, it is designed to deliver an architectural education appropriate to contemporary multidisciplinary professional practice.

Graduates will be eligible to apply for entry into the Master of Architecture program at UNSW.Progression through the program is by stages, each comprising two semester-long design studios and their corresponding supporting courses.

Admission to each stage is subject to the successful completion of the design courses of the preceding stages, except where approval has been given by the Director of Architecture.The Program provides students with a disciplinary grounding in architectural design and related technical and academic knowledge.It prepares students to work in architecture and other design-based industries.

It also prepares students to undertake the Master of Architecture Program, a two year accredited degree required by students intending to undertake the professional examinations within their state or territory in order to become registered Architects.

Lectures and practical sessions cover the following areas:Architectural DesignArchitectural CommunicationsArchitectural History and TheoryArchitectural Science and TechnologyArchitectural Construction and StructuresRead More

Level 1 Core Courses

Students must take 42 UOC of the following courses.keyboard_arrow_down

• ARCH10806 UOCIntroduction to Architecture and Enabling Skills
• ARCH11016 UOCArchitectural Design Studio 1
• ARCH11026 UOCArchitectural Design Studio 2
• ARCH11616 UOCArchitectural Science and Building Environment 1
• ARCH11626 UOCConstruction and Structures 1
• BENV00010 UOCFabrication Fundamentals
• BENV10106 UOCCommunication in the Built Environment
• BENV10156 UOCHistory of Design Thinking

Level 2 Core Courses

Students must take 36 UOC of the following courses.keyboard_arrow_down

• ARCH12016 UOCArchitectural Design Studio 3
• ARCH120312 UOCArchitectural Design Studio 4
• ARCH12226 UOCArchitectural History and Theory 2
• ARCH12616 UOCConstruction and Structures 2
• ARCH21706 UOCBuilding Information Modelling

Level 3 Core Courses

Students must take 36 UOC of the following courses.keyboard_arrow_down

• ARCH13116 UOCArchitectural Design Studio 5
• ARCH13616 UOCArchitectural Science and Building Environment 2
• ARCH13316 UOCArchitectural Fabrication
• ARCH130212 UOCArchitectural Design Studio 6
• ARCH13226 UOCArchitectural History and Theory 3

BE Interdisciplinary Learning (BEIL) Courses

Students must take at least 12 UOC of the following courses.keyboard_arrow_down

• BEIL00016 UOCGraphic Design for the Built Environment
• BEIL00036 UOCBuilt Environment Annual Design Competition
• BEIL00056 UOCPeople, Place and Design
• BEIL00066 UOCBE OutThere Elective
• BEIL00076 UOCSustainable Design Thinking
• BEIL00086 UOCDesign Project Management - Vision to Reality
• BEIL00096 UOCExhibition Design: Transforming Temporary Space
• BEIL00106 UOCCreating Value for Built Environment Clients
• BEIL00116 UOCHealthy Planning
• BEIL00136 UOCArchitectural Photography
• BEIL00146 UOCDigital Making
• BEIL00156 UOCDigital Design Foundations
• BEIL00166 UOCRenewing the Urban Environment
• BEIL00176 UOCBusiness Start Up
• BEIL00186 UOCKirigami Architectural Principles & Creative Paper Engineering
• BEIL60006 UOCMapping Social Justice in the City
• BEIL60016 UOCInternational Planning
• BEIL60026 UOCUrban and Regional Design
• BEIL60036 UOCCinematic Space
• BEIL60056 UOCResearching Art, Architecture and Design
• BEIL60066 UOCHeritage Planning
• BEIL60076 UOCInternational Study Tour
• BEIL60086 UOCInternational Design Studio

Free Electives

Students must take at least 6 UOC of the following courses.keyboard_arrow_down

• any course

General Education

Students must take at least 12 UOC of the following courses.keyboard_arrow_down

• any General Education course

Level 3 Maturity Requirements

Students must have completed 72 UOC before taking any of the following courses.keyboard_arrow_down

• any level 3 Architecture course

Additional selection criteria for admission to this program:

• Portfolio Interview Other

UNSW Built Environment recognises that your academic results may not reflect your potential in creative thinking and making.  We have therefore introduced an optional alternative admission scheme to give applicants for our design programs an opportunity to submit a portfolio to be considered in conjunction with their academic achievements. More information about this scheme is available at: https://www.be.unsw.edu.au/future-students/alternative-admission-scheme

 

1.Apply social, ethical, environmental and regulatory knowledge and skills to architectural design, documentation and delivery.

2.Demonstrate competent skills in architectural enquiry through research, analysis, critique and reflection

3.Apply communication skills which are precise, persuasive and creative using a variety of methods and media.Leaders

4.Acquire self-directed disciplinary knowledge and demonstrate reflective practice in relation to architectural problem solving.

5.Exercise informed ethical judgement in scholarship and architectural practice.

6.Demonstrate the ability to work collegially and productively in teams encompassing diverse cultural and disciplinary affiliations.LeadersGlobal Citizens