Bachelor of Design (Architecture)
Course summary for local students
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W =Warrnambool Campus
X = Off campus
| Award granted | Bachelor of Design (Architecture) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus | Offered at Geelong Waterfront Campus | ||
| Off-campus | No | ||
| Length | 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent | ||
| Next available intake | March (Trimester 1), July (Trimester 2) | ||
| Indicative annual fee 2013 | $8,360* - Commonwealth Supported Place (HECS) | ||
| Level | Undergraduate | ||
| Faculty contacts | Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment | ||
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| VTAC Codes | 15021 - Waterfront (Geelong), Commonwealth Supported Place (HECS) | ||
| CRICOS course code | 001835D | ||
| Deakin course code | S342 |
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Professional recognition
- Fees and charges
- Career opportunities
- Course rules
- Course structure
- Entry requirements - general
- Entry requirements - specific
- Credit for prior learning - general
- How to apply
Course overview
The Bachelor of Design (Architecture) comprises cutting edge content from the latest research and is designed with a global perspective. The course places emphasis on real application, allowing you to study architecture from day one.
You will explore architectural ideas, history, philosophy, design and communication as well as building science and technology. The course is designed to meet the needs of students who ultimately intend to complete the Master of Architecture and practise architecture, but alternative units may be taken if you wish to pursue a different career direction.
Some of the units you will study include Graphic and Coded Communication, Building Materials Science, Architecture Design, Computer Aided Modelling and Construction and Structures.
Professional recognition
This program is accredited (within Australia) by the Australian Institute of Architects, the Architects Registration Board of Victoria and the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia, when followed by successful completion of the Master of Architecture, S700.
Fees and charges
Equivalent Full Time Student Load (EFTSL)EFTSL is the standard annual full time load. Eight credit points is the standard full time load for one year of study.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
A Commonwealth supported place is one for which the university receives some government funding. As such, students enrolled in these places are required to contribute only part of the cost of their course. To be eligible for a Commonwealth supported place you must be an Australian citizen, or a New Zealand citizen or holder of a permanent visa who will be residing in Australia for the duration of your unit/s of study.
* The "indicative annual course fee" cited has been provided as a guide only. It has been calculated on the basis of a typical enrolment of a student undertaking the course in 2013, and reflects the cost involved in undertaking a full-time quota of units within the specified discipline.
The actual fees charged by Deakin University will depend upon the discipline from which each individual unit is chosen, and may vary from the indicative course fee cited, particularly if units are chosen from a number of disciplines. The cost of each unit offered in 2013 can be viewed from the Unit Search.
Please note that the fees per unit/credit point may increase annually due to rises in the cost of course delivery and service.
Deakin assumes no responsibility for persons relying on "indicative course fees" to calculate the total future cost of their course.
Career opportunities
As a graduate of this course you may be employed in private architectural practices, government organisations and private companies in property development, building and design.
Course rules
The course comprises a total of 24 credit points, which must include the following:
- 18 core units
- Completion of SRA010 Safety Induction Program (0-credit-point compulsory unit)
- Level 3 units – at least 6 credit points
- Level 1 units – no more than 10 credit points
Course structure
Level 1
Trimester 1
| SRA143 | Art and Society |
| SRC163 | Graphic and Coded Communication 1 |
| SRD163 | Architecture Design 1A |
| SRT153 | Building Materials Science |
| SRA010 | Safety Induction Program * |
*SRA010 - 0 cp safety unit
Trimester 2
| SRC221 | Computer Aided Modelling |
| SRD164 | Architecture Design 1B ** |
| SRT151 | Construction and Structures 1 |
Level 2
Trimester 1
| SRA215 | Utopian Ideals in the Modern World |
| SRD263 | Architecture Design 2A |
| SRT251 | Construction and Structures 2 |
plus one elective unit
Trimester 2
| SRA224 | Austral-Asian Architecture |
| SRD264 | Architecture Design 2B ** |
| SRT257 | Building Environmental Studies 1 |
Level 3
Trimester 1
| SRC362 | Project Documentation |
| SRD363 | Architecture Design 3A ** |
| SRT358 | Building Environmental Services |
Trimester 2
| SRD364 | Architecture Design 3B |
| SRT351 | Construction and Structures 3 |
plus two elective units, one of which must be chosen from the following:
| SRA323 | Contemporary Architecture |
OR
| SRA341 | The City |
** 2 credit points
Entry requirements - general
Deakin University offers admission to undergraduate courses through a number of Admission categories.In all categories of admission, selection is based primarily on academic merit as indicated by an applicant's previous academic record.
For more information on the Deakin Admissions Policy visit The Guide.
Entry requirements - specific
Applicants should have successfully completed VCE or equivalent. Refer to the VTAC Guide for the latest pre-requisite information www.vtac.edu.au
Those aged 21 or over on 1 January and who do not hold VCE or equivalent should apply under Alternative Admission. This category is open to those who do not satisfy normal entrance requirements, but can demonstrate relevant work or life experience.
Credit for prior learning - general
The University aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for approved prior study or informal learning which exceeds the normal entrance requirements for the course and is within the constraints of the course regulations. Students are required to complete a minimum of one-third of the course at Deakin University, or four credit points, whichever is the greater. In the case of certificates, including graduate certificates, a minimum of two credit points within the course must be completed at Deakin.You can also refer to the Credit for Prior Learning System which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree.
How to apply
Applications for on and off campus study for Trimester 1 must be made through the Victorian Tertiary Admission Centre (VTAC). For more information refer to VTAC (external site).
Applications for Trimester 2 and Trimester 3 must be made directly to the University through the Applicant Portal. For information on the application process and closing dates, see the Apply web page. Please note that closing dates may vary for individual courses.
