UNSW Sydney
3 years full-time (4-6 years part-time)
Master the art and science of architecture with UNSW's three-year Bachelor of Architectural Studies. This internationally recognised program teaches you to design innovative, sustainable spaces that improve people's lives, combining cutting-edge digital tools with hands-on studio experience and real-world industry projects.
Domestic students require a minimum ATAR of 92.0 (2026 lowest selection rank). International students need an International ATAR of 87.0, or equivalent qualifications such as A Levels (12.0), IB Diploma (33.0), or SAT (1230). English language proficiency is required. Students must complete Australian Year 12 or equivalent senior secondary studies. Portfolio Entry is available for students who can demonstrate creative potential through a portfolio of their best creative work.
The program comprises 144 Units of Credit across seven design studio courses (54 UOC), eleven core courses (66 UOC), two free electives (12 UOC), and two general education courses (12 UOC). Core subjects include Architectural Design Studios 1-6, Construction and Structures, Communication in the Built Environment, Principles of Sustainable Design, Parametric Design and Digital Fabrication, Architectural History and Theory, BIM for Sustainable Design, Architectural Fabrication, and Architectural Science and Building Environment. Students explore architectural design, communications (drawing, digital tools, model-making), history and theory, science and technology, and construction principles.
UNSW's School of Built Environment is ranked #33 globally for architecture and built environment (QS World University Rankings 2026). The university has been recognised as Australia's Most Employable University for seven consecutive years (AFR Top100 Future Leaders Awards, 2020-2026). UNSW combines world-class teaching with cutting-edge facilities including the Design Futures Lab, offers free Adobe Creative Cloud subscriptions, and provides hands-on experience through Work Integrated Learning and real industry projects. The program seamlessly integrates environmental sustainability, construction principles, and digital design to prepare graduates for professional practice.
Graduates are prepared for diverse careers in architecture and the built environment sector. Potential roles include architect within multidisciplinary design practices, architectural critic or academic, architectural technician, building scientist, designer, environmental consultant, interior design architect, and specialist architect in areas such as housing. The degree provides a clear pathway to professional registration as an architect in Australia through progression to the Master of Architecture. Graduates can also establish their own architecture practice or work within large commercial architectural firms.
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