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Bachelor of Arts in Architecture (912AA.6)
Please note these are the 2018 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | On campus |
UC Canberra - Bruce Campus |
3.0 years |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Arts and Design | School of Design and the Built Environment |
363003 | |
| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
UC Canberra - Bruce Campus |
3.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Arts and Design | School of Design and the Built Environment |
058966M | |
| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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View requirements | ||
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
Activate your flair for design in architecture
Are you creative and adventurous with a special interest in architecture? Our course encourages you to explore the world of design within the setting of Australia's national capital – an internationally recognised model design city.
Study a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture at UC and you will:
- explore Canberra as an exciting laboratory for design invention
- use community and government projects as study vehicles
- engage with public policy in environment and design
- master technical practices with research-led teaching
- investigate architectural concepts of challenging complexity
- look at how history, theory and design relates to landscape urbanism, cultural meaning in architecture, modernism and urban policy.
Work-integrated learning
You will have the advantage of working with local architecture practices while studying. This will give you valuable practical experience that helps you build a professional network even before you’ve graduated.
Career opportunities
- architecture
- interior architecture
- film, television or theatre set design
- museum curation and design
- urban planning, building and construction conservation
Course specific information
Standard entry is to this course is by ATAR score however you can also apply via portfolio entry: canberra.edu.au/arts-design/portfolio-entry
To practice as an architect you must complete a two year Master of Architecture degree. This bachelor can be used for admission into the Masters and is also a pathway for other UC postgraduate design courses including interior architecture, landscape architecture and environmental design.
Professional accreditation
The various State Boards of Architecture and the Australian Institute of Architects recognise the current Bachelor of Architecture as providing a suitable pathway towards entering the profession. The Bachelor of Arts in Architecture is part of the accredited program leading to the Master of Architecture degree.
Normal UC requirements for admission to an undergraduate course.
Assumed knowledge
None.
Periods course is open for new admissions
This course is not open for new admissions.
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
Bachelor of Arts in Architecture (912AA) | 72 credit points
Sustainable Environmental Techniques (9779) | 3 credit points — Level 2
Design Studio 1.1 (8314) | 3 credit points — Level 1
- Students who completed 9799 Foundations of Professional Planning prior to 2018 may count this unit in lieu of 10334 Professional Orientation (Built Environment)
- Elective Options: Cross-institutional study through Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) in digital representation, including CAD and REVIT, will count as 3 credit points at Level 1.
- Unit Levels: In choosing electives students should note that no more than 30 credit points at Level 1 is permitted for the entire course.
Note:- Must pass 12 credit points from anywhere in the University, as a Minor or as individual units.
Introduction to Media Production (8121) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Digital Media Literacy (9022) | 3 credit points — Level 1
- 1. If one of the units in this list is already a required unit within the typical course structure, it cannot be counted as an Arts Foundation Unit.
- 2. This list includes units from both Semesters 1 and 2 so you will need to check unit availability.
- 3. Pre Curriculum Renewal 2019 Units are not offered at UC BRUCE from Semester 1, 2019. Students who commenced prior to 2019 can have these units counted towards course completion.
- 4. Units 9494 AND 9498 are no longer apart of this course from Semester 2, 2016. Students who commenced prior to 2017 can have these units counted towards course completion.
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
UC - Canberra, Bruce
Year 1
Semester 1
Design Studio 1.1 (8314)
Semester 2
Faculty of Arts and Design Restricted Choice Unit
Year 2
Semester 1
Open Elective Unit
Semester 2
Open Elective Unit
Sustainable Environmental Techniques (9779)
Year 3
Semester 1
Open Elective Unit
Semester 2
Open Elective Unit
Year 1
Semester 1
Design Studio 1.1 (8314)
Semester 2
Faculty of Arts and Design Restricted Choice Unit
Year 2
Semester 1
Open Elective Unit
Semester 2
Open Elective Unit
Sustainable Environmental Techniques (9779)
Year 3
Semester 1
Open Elective Unit
Semester 2
Open Elective Unit
Course duration
Standard six semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| Knowledge An understanding of the contextual and cultural parameters informing architectural design considerations. An awareness of architecture as professional practice and the ethical responsibilities of the profession to society and the environment. |
1. Communication The ability to present knowledge, ideas and opinions effectively and communicate within and across professional and cultural boundaries 2. Analysis and inquiry The ability to gather information, and to analyse and evaluate information and situations in a systematic, creative and insightful way |
| Skills An ability to critically consider a range of complex issues and to creatively explore design responses informed by analysis and inquiry. An ability to formulate architectural design proposals through abstract thinking and interrogative processes. Development of skills towards interpretive, compositional and technical outcomes. An ability to present and convey a resolved design proposal with graphic, verbal and conceptual clarity. |
1. Communication The ability to present knowledge, ideas and opinions effectively and communicate within and across professional and cultural boundaries 2. Analysis and inquiry The ability to gather information, and to analyse and evaluate information and situations in a systematic, creative and insightful way 3. Problem solving The ability to apply problem-solving processes in novel situations; to identify and analyse problems then formulate and implement solutions 4. Working independently and with others The ability to plan their own work, be self-directed, and use interpersonal skills and attitudes to work collaboratively |
| Application of knowledge and skills Contribution of developed architectural skills and knowledge to the field of urban architecture in collaboration with other professionals. The initiation of architectural strategies to address concerns of contemporary living and public/ social context. An ability to apply developed skills in interpretive and technical outcomes in support of sustainable environmental considerations. Progression towards advanced skill development through Honours pathways and Master of Architecture studies leading to Professional Architectural registration. |
2. Analysis and inquiry The ability to gather information, and to analyse and evaluate information and situations in a systematic, creative and insightful way 4. Working independently and with others The ability to plan their own work, be self-directed, and use interpersonal skills and attitudes to work collaboratively 5. Professionalism and social responsibility The capacity and intention to use professional knowledge and skills ethically and responsibly, for the benefit of others and the environment |
Majors
- Major in Architecture Design (Restricted) (MJ0011)
- Minor in Architecture Technology (Restricted) (MN0129)
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts in Architecture | BA Arch |
Honours
High performing students may be eligible to enrol in the Bachelor of Arts and Design (Honours) 298JA course
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Current and Commencing Students | Email FAD.Student@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1300 301 727 |
| Prospective Domestic Students | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
| Prospective International Students | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
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