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‘The highlight of studying my undergraduate course was forming a strong network of like-minded individuals, who I will continue to collaborate with throughout my career. I now work in a highly collaborative team of three women, who deliver high quality architecture for residential and commercial clients within Brisbane and surrounds. I love the client engagement process and providing the best design solutions possible.’
Jessica Hardwick Architecture
Set yourself apart
‘I chose to study at QUT for its renowned architecture program, known for delivering a quality education and establishing strong industry connections. The university's comprehensive curriculum, hands-on learning approach, and design studios appealed to me, offering a well-rounded educational experience. QUT's partnerships with prominent architectural firms provide valuable networking opportunities and practical exposure.’
Richard Kirk Architect
Form your network
‘The highlight of studying my undergraduate course was forming a strong network of like-minded individuals, who I will continue to collaborate with throughout my career. I now work in a highly collaborative team of three women, who deliver high quality architecture for residential and commercial clients within Brisbane and surrounds. I love the client engagement process and providing the best design solutions possible.’
Jessica Hardwick Architecture
Set yourself apart
‘I chose to study at QUT for its renowned architecture program, known for delivering a quality education and establishing strong industry connections. The university's comprehensive curriculum, hands-on learning approach, and design studios appealed to me, offering a well-rounded educational experience. QUT's partnerships with prominent architectural firms provide valuable networking opportunities and practical exposure.’
Richard Kirk Architect
Highlights
- Progress straight into the accredited two‑year Master of Architecture after completing the three‑year Bachelor of Architectural Design and meeting the entry requirements.
- The Master of Architecture builds upon your undergraduate knowledge, providing you with advanced technical skills and helping prepare you for the Architectural Practice Exam.
- Our architecture degree has the highest demand in Queensland (QTAC first preferences, 2024).
- Our curriculum is designed to align with current industry trends and challenges, ensuring you graduate with practical, up-to-date skills that are highly valued by employers.
- You’ll learn from leading architects and design professionals who bring extensive real-world experience into the classroom, offering mentorship and personalised guidance throughout your studies.
- QUT offers Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for all eligible domestic students.
- With strong ties to local and international architectural firms, our course provides excellent networking opportunities, internships, and career pathways in Australia and beyond.
- Our globally recognised program is accredited by the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia, giving you the seal of approval employers are looking for.
Highlights
- Progress straight into the accredited two‑year Master of Architecture after completing the three‑year Bachelor of Architectural Design and meeting the entry requirements.
- The Master of Architecture builds upon your undergraduate knowledge, providing you with advanced technical skills and helping prepare you for the Architectural Practice Exam.
- Our architecture degree has the highest demand in Queensland (QTAC first preferences, 2024).
- Our curriculum is designed to align with current industry trends and challenges, ensuring you graduate with practical, up-to-date skills that are highly valued by employers.
- You’ll learn from leading architects and design professionals who bring extensive real-world experience into the classroom, offering mentorship and personalised guidance throughout your studies.
- QUT offers Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for all eligible domestic students.
- With strong ties to local and international architectural firms, our course provides excellent networking opportunities, internships, and career pathways in Australia and beyond.
- Our globally recognised program is accredited by the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia, giving you the seal of approval employers are looking for.
Why choose this course?
The Bachelor of Architectural Design/Master of Architecture equips you with a comprehensive, industry-focused pathway to becoming a skilled and versatile architect.
The bachelor degree component of your course provides a strong foundation in design, theory, and technical skills, while the Master of Architecture builds on your knowledge, advancing your capabilities in areas like complex design, sustainability, and professional practice. This progression ensures you’re prepared for the challenges of the industry.
Our curriculum employs a strong focus on sustainable systems and the application of advanced digital design tools to address sustainability at every stage of the architectural process.
Throughout your degrees, you will undertake architectural design projects with a practical edge which will require you to think logically and creatively about how buildings function and are constructed.
You can broaden your mind, education and life experience with real-world field trips, international study tours, and student exchange with partners all over the world including Italy, Canada, France, China, Hungary, Colombia, Mexico, USA, UK and more.
Explore this course
Your course begins with a three-year Bachelor Architectural Design followed by a two-year Master of Architecture.
Upon graduating, you’ll meet the academic requirements for membership of the Australian Institute of Architects.
To become a registered architect, you’ll need to pass the Architectural Practice Exam once you’ve completed two years of practical experience.
Course articulation
Within three weeks of successfully completing this course with a minimum GPA of 4.50, you will be automatically offered a place in the Master of Architecture.
Possible careers
- Architect
- Architectural historian
- Architectural writer / journalist
- Design manager
- Project manager
- Sustainability design consultant
The Bachelor of Architectural Design consists of 24 units (288 credit points), arranged as follows:
- 7 core units (84 credit points)
- 11 major units including Work Integrated Learning (132 credit points),
- One minor, or 48 credit points of option units (48 credit points),
- 4 QUT You units of your choice (24 credit points, comprising 4 x 6 credit point units).
To meet the Master of Architecture course requirements, you must complete a total of 192 credit points, made up of:
- four design studio units (24 credit points each)
- eight core units (12 credit points each).
The four design studio units form the cornerstone of this course and emphasise authentic learning by doing, collaborative approaches to knowledge building, and project-based approaches to learning.
- ATAR/selection rank threshold
- 80.00
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2025.
Don't have a ATAR/selection rank?
- Course code
- AB05
- QTAC code
- 412303
- CRICOS code
- 113183D
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- Gardens Point
- 5 years full-time
- 10 years part-time
- February and July
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course, we assume you have sound knowledge of the subject/s listed below. If you don't have the subject knowledge, you can still apply for the course but we strongly encourage you to undertake bridging studies to gain the knowledge:
- English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
Year 12 early offer scheme
If you're a current Queensland Year 12 student, you may be eligible to receive an offer for this course on the last day of Queensland Year 12, before receiving your ATAR or selection rank.
Find out more about the QUT Year 12 Early Offer Scheme
Helping you to get into your course
If you dont think your ATAR or selection rank is high enough to get into this course, you can guarantee your entry with guaranteed advanced standing by upgrading through one the following programs which you can select as one of your QTAC preferences:
QUT College Diploma in Architectural Studies
QUT College Diploma in Architectural Studies graduates will automatically receive an offer to start the Architectural Design within two weeks after completion of the diploma. You will also automatically receive 1 year (96 credit points) credit transfer and be able to complete the degree in 2 years as a full-time student.
Find out more about the QUT College Diploma in Architectural Studies
Offer guarantee
If you achieve an ATAR or selection rank of 80.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
VET guarantee
If you have completed an AQF diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Deferment
You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.
I completed secondary school in Australia
- ATAR/selection rank
- 80.00
Offer guarantee
If you completed secondary school in Australia and achieve an ATAR/selection rank of 80.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
VET guarantee
If you have completed an AQF diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Minimum English language requirements
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025: CSP $9,800 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2025 fees
2025: $39,200 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
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