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Study architecture and built environment courses at QUT to plan cities, design buildings, manage construction projects and create spaces that are functional and sustainable.
Architecture
Design cities and structures of our future in a real architecture practice.
Built environment
Manage construction projects, plan cities and urban spaces including interiors and landscapes that make a positive impact on the environment.
What are my career options?
Not sure where to start? Find out which careers in architecture and built environment are the best fit for you.
Why study with us?
Our top 100 world ranking
QUT is ranked in the top 100 universities in the world for architecture and built environment (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023).
Queensland's most in demand degree
Our architecture and built environment degrees have the highest demand in Queensland (QTAC first preferences, 2024).
Construction industry placements
Access exclusive work placements and cadetships with some of the world’s biggest development companies, like Multiplex, Lendlease and more.
National recognition
Graduate with a highly-regarded Honours degree from Queensland’s most in-demand construction management and quantity surveying course.
Award-winning graduates
Our interior design graduates are consistently recognised at the Design Institute of Australia's Graduate of the Year awards.
Industry experience while you study
Solve real-world problems while you study and gain work experience with industry partners. Our urban planning students are readying Brisbane for the 2032 Olympic Games with Brisbane City Council.
Graduate in high demand
The number of our graduates who secure full-time employment is among the highest in the country, and many are offered a job before they complete their studies. (Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2020-2022)
International opportunities
Study overseas at one of our prestigious university partners for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Immerse yourself in historical and emerging architectural styles, draw inspiration from innovative urban planning and construction management.
Upcoming events
24 January - 6 December
Engineering Workshops 2024
Workshops developed specifically to complement the engineering curriculum taught in high school.
24 January - 8 November
Power of Engineering - Once Per Term
A full-day engineering experience with QUT and industry for female students.
5 February - 6 December
Design workshops
Hands-on design workshops for high school students.
News
QUT's seven new ARC Linkage projects focus on opportunities for Australia
QUT is celebrating the awarding of $3.2 million in ARC Linkage Projects grants to seven projects.
Reaching new heights: AI can help us build better buildings
The application of artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionise the hands-on construction industry and contribute to long-term environmental sustainability in our built environment.
QUT to lead ARC Research Hub in the IoT for Water
The Australian Research Council has announced $5 million in funding for the ARC Research Hub in the Internet of Things for Water to be based at QUT.