Curtin University
3 years full time or part time equivalent
This Bachelor of Applied Science in Architectural Science prepares students for careers in architecture and the built environment. Through 3 years of online study, students develop expertise in building design, construction technology, and architectural communication while exploring how architecture shapes culture and daily life.
Entry is flexible with multiple pathways available. Standard entry requires a Tertiary Entrance Ranking of 70 or equivalent with English ATAR. Alternative pathways include completion of an Undergraduate Certificate in Architecture or Construction Management (6 months), successful completion of one full-time semester at an Australian university, VET qualifications (Diploma or Advanced Diploma), or completion of the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). English language proficiency is required, demonstrated through ATAR English, prior university study, or approved English proficiency tests.
The degree comprises 24 subjects divided into a Core Zone (20 mandatory subjects) and a Flexible Zone (4 subjects). Core subjects span three levels and cover Architectural Design, Science and Technology, Architectural Culture, and Design Communication. Level 1 subjects establish foundational knowledge in architectural principles and design. Level 2 subjects develop technical and theoretical expertise in building systems, design methodology, and architectural history. Level 3 subjects focus on advanced design projects, professional practice, and specialized architectural applications. Students select one specialization from four options: Construction Management (focusing on low and high-rise construction, building surveying, and contracts), Interior Architecture (design elements, theory, and spatial experience), Animation and Game Architecture Design (3D modeling, animation, and immersive experiences), or Planning and Geography (urban planning, regional development, and spatial analysis).
Curtin University is ranked in the top one percent of universities worldwide (QS World University Ranking 2026: 12th in Australia; Times Higher Education 2026: 18th in Australia). Through Open Universities Australia, Curtin delivers the same degree as on-campus study with an interactive and collaborative online learning experience. The university has extensive industry connections and a global reputation for innovation. Students graduate with the identical qualification as on-campus students and benefit from flexible online delivery that accommodates working professionals and diverse learners.
Graduates pursue diverse careers in the built environment and related fields. The degree is the prerequisite for entry into the Master of Architecture, leading to professional registration as an architect. Graduates find employment in Professional, Scientific and Technical Services; Construction; Public Administration and Safety; and Health Care and Social Assistance. Career opportunities include roles as architects, architectural technologists, urban designers, building consultants, and construction professionals. Those not pursuing architecture can work in urban design, environmental research, building conservation, heritage management, and community development. Architects and landscape architects earn between A$93,000 to A$120,000 with employment growth of 2%.
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