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Bachelor of Architectural Design
Victoria University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
The Bachelor of Architectural Design at Victoria University focuses on sustainable building design that responds to community needs, incorporating circular-economy ideas such as reusing, repurposing, refurbishing, recycling and repairing to reduce waste. Students apply these methods to real projects, visiting sites, taking measurements and collaborating with local communities, and participate in design studio classes focused on real-world challenges in architecture and construction. Graduates have the skills to work as building designers in government and private planning and construction sectors, and can continue into a Master of Architecture to become a registered architect. It is offered at VU in Melbourne.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
- Fundamentals of Building Construction (NBC1111, 12CP)
- Built Environment Communication and Skills (NBD1100, 12CP)
- Maths for Builders (NBC1101, 12CP)
- Building Science (NBC1112, 12CP)
- Basic Structural Mechanics (NBC1103, 12CP)
- Structural Principles in Construction (NBC1104, 12CP)
- Measurement and Estimating (NBC1113, 12CP)
- Introduction to Architectural Design (NAD1001, 12CP)
- Architectural History and Analysis (NBD2001, 12CP)
- Building Contract Documentation (NBD2002, 12CP)
- Architectural Design Studio 1 (NAD2001, 24CP)
- Building Development and Compliance (NEA2201, 12CP)
- Building Systems and Services (NBC2003, 12CP)
- Architectural Design Studio 2 (NAD2002, 24CP)
- Professional Architectural Practice (NAD3001, 12CP)
- Complex Construction (NBC3204, 12CP)
- Architectural Design Studio 3 (NAD3002, 24CP)
- Risk and Safety Management (NBD3001, 12CP)
- Urban Design and Development (NBD3200, 12CP)
- Architectural Design Studio 4 (NAD3003, 24CP)
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
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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
Meeting the minimum entry criteria does not guarantee entry into this course. Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent). PLUS:. Any maths Units 1 and 2 except Foundation Maths or Foundation Maths Unit 3 or 4 with a study score of 20 (or equivalent). OR:. Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent). PLUS:. IELTS (or equivalent): An overall score of 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking). OR:. Completion of a bridging or enabling course eg. Foundation course or equivalent with a focus on mathematics.
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