GraduateArchitecture

Master of Architecture

RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

About this program

The RMIT Master of Architecture is an internationally renowned degree that leads to professional accreditation as an architect. Students develop the core skills of architectural design to an advanced level, deepen their understanding of design-based research, and build critical awareness of their own work through a wide variety of learning experiences. RMIT Architecture and its graduates are acknowledged by the national and international profession. Graduates complete registration requirements to practise as architects, and also work in urban design, project management and the wider built environment.

Fees & duration

Duration2 yr
Tuition (international)A$53,800
Application feeA$0

English test scores

IELTS6.5 overall (L6 R6 W6 S6)
PTE58 overall (L50 R50 W50 S50)

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Course structure

  • Program code MC163 (CRICOS 060829B). Delivered at City Campus
  • Full-time 2 Years
  • Part-time 4 Years. Our graduates find work in architecture
  • design and building practices in the private and public sector. In small to medium-sized practices
  • graduates are engaged in a broad range of activities from design to project management. In large architectural firms
  • graduates may work across a number of disciplines and often pursue international work opportunities. Expand all sections Professional recognition and accreditation Completion of this 2-year Master program
  • following the 3-year Bachelor of Architectural Design program
  • meets the academic requirements for registration as an architect under the Architects Registration Board of Victoria and for membership of the Royal Australian Institute of

Career & PR pathway

Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status

ArchitectANZSCO 232111

Primary outcomeMLTSSLCSOL

On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Full registration as an architect needs the accredited Master of Architecture plus logged practical experience and the Architectural Practice Examination, on top of the skills assessment.

Assessed by Architects Accreditation Council of Australia (AACA)

List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.

Admissions

Academic requirements You must have successfully completed an Australian architecture-specific bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification). You will be selected competitively based on your grades and selection task. If you are applying for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), you must submit your application, including the selection task, by 10 November 2026. Selection for CSPs is competitive, based on your selection task. Applications submitted by 10 No

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