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Bachelor of Design (Architectural Studies) - Queensland University of Technology |
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TEL: 0207 193 7932
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| QTAC code: | | 412372 |
| | Domestic entry: | | February |
| | Past OP cut-off: | | 8 |
| | Past rank cut-off: | | 86 |
| | Assumed knowledge: | | English (4, SA) |
| | Preparatory studies: | | ENGLISH: Successful completion of a year of full-time vocational or tertiary study. |
| | OP Guarantee: | | Yes |
| | CRICOS code: | | 056386C |
| | International fees: | | 2009: $10,500 (indicative) per semester
(per semester, subject to annual review) |
| | International entry: | | February |
| | Course duration (full-time): | | 4 years |
| | Total credit points: | | 384 |
| | Standard credit points/full-time semester: | | 48 |
| | Campus: | | Gardens Point |
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Why choose this course?
If you undertake Architectural Studies you will have the opportunity to undertake workplace learning as part of your course.
Career outcomes
The Bachelor of Design (Architectural Studies) is a four-year full-time pre-professional degree in architecture. On graduating from this course you may enter the workforce as an architectural technician or you may choose to articulate into the Master of Architecture, which will qualify you as an Architect.
Practical teaching
You will undertake real world projects often with real clients. this increases your prcatical experience bring you one step closer to you chosen career
Industry links
You will be exposed to the ideas of guest lectures and industry professionals. Our academic staff are industry experienced and are also members of international networks and collaborative research projects.
Course structure
You will have the opportunity to undertake studies in other disciplines or take part in workplace integrated learning.
Facilities / technology
You will have first-hand experience of the latest technologies used in the industry by evaluating your projects and building prototypes in QUT's state-of-the-art 3-D Visualisation Laboratory.
Convenience
You will study at QUT's Gardens Point campus in the centre of Brisbane, within easy walking distance to public transport, including buses, trains and ferries.
Who should do this course?
If you enjoy the following Architectural studies could be for you
interest in design
creative flair
able to analyse problems logically
good communication skills.
Additional Admission Information
Applicants who are offered a place and eligible to receive 168 credit points (or more) of advanced standing will be admitted to AR48 Bachelor of Architecture.
Career Outcomes
The Bachelor of Design (Architectural Studies) is a four-year full-time pre-professional degree in architecture. Graduates of this course may articulate into the Master of Architecture.
Architects design buildings, provide concepts, specifications, detailed drawings and plans. They oversee construction, negotiate with planning authorities and inspect the work in progress. They are required to have design skills and technical knowledge of materials and processes used in construction. Architects can be employed in general practice or choose to specialise. Some of the specialisations available are commercial, industrial and institutional developments, historic building conservation and housing renovation. They can also be involved in project feasibility studies and strategic asset investigations. Architecture embraces art, technology and service. Architects play a leading role in interdisciplinary teams to solve problems of the built environment. A Bachelor of Architecture gives graduates exciting career choices and the opportunity to travel and work in Australia or overseas.
Overview
Design is the focus of this course; these studies are supported by studies in architectural technology, history and culture of architecture, ethical and legislative frameworks, and the study of architecture in practice.
Professional Recognition
Graduates of the Bachelor of Design(Architectural Studies) with a grade point average of 4 or better will be eligible for entry into the Master of Architecture.
Provisional accreditation for the Bachelor of Design(Architectural Studies) and the Master of Architecture has been given by the Architecture Accreditation Council of Australia. Full accreditation will be sought in 2010 when the first cohort graduates from the Master of Architecture.
Minors
You will be able to select from two 4 unit approved minors or one 8 unit approved major to enhance and broaden your knowledge in a related field or an area of interest.
International Student Entry
International students must maintain an enrolment program that will allow them to complete their course within the specified timeframe of their eCoE (electronic Confirmation of Enrolment).
Course structure
| Code | Title | | Year 1 - Semester 1 | | BEB100 | Introducing Professional Learning | | DAB110 | Introductory Architectural Design 1 | | DEB101 | Introducing Design | | DEB102 | Introducing Design History | | Year 1 - Semester 2 | | BEB200 | Introducing Sustainability | | DAB210 | Introductory Architectural Design 2 | | DAB220 | Theories and Contexts of Place in Architecture | | DEB201 | Digital Communication | | Year 2 - Semester 1 | | DAB310 | Architectural Design 3 | | DAB325 | Architecture in the 20th Century | | DAB330 | Integrated Technologies 1 | | | Second Major/Minor unit | | Year 2 - Semester 2 | | DAB410 | Architectural Design 4 | | DAB420 | Architecture, Culture and Space | | DAB435 | Architectural Technology 1 | | | Second Major/Minor unit | | Year 3 - Semester 1 | | DAB510 | Architectural Design 5 | | DAB525 | Architecture and the City | | DAB530 | Integrated Technologies 2 | | | Second Major/Minor unit | | Year 3 - Semester 2 | | DAB610 | Architectural Design 6 | | DAB635 | Architectural Technology 2 | | DEB601 | Collaborative Design | | | Second Major/Minor unit | | Year 4 - Semester 1 | | DAB710 | Architectural Design 7 | | DEB701 | Design and Research | | | Second Major/Minor unit | | | Second Major/Minor unit | | Year 4 - Semester 2 | | DAB810 | Architectural Design 8 | | DEB801 | Professional Practice | | | Second Major/Minor unit | | | Second Major/Minor unit |
Potential careers
Architect
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