Master of Architecture
Course summary for local students
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G = Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
S = Geelong Waterfront Campus
W =Warrnambool Campus
X = Off campus
| Award granted | Master of Architecture |
|---|---|
| Campus | Offered at Geelong Waterfront Campus |
| Off-campus | No |
| Length | 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
| Next available intake | March (Trimester 1), July (Trimester 2) |
| Indicative annual fee 2013 | $8,370* - Commonwealth Supported Place (HECS) $23,130* - Full-fee paying place |
| Faculty contacts | Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment |
| Level | Higher Degree Coursework (Masters and Doctorates) |
| CRICOS course code | 059382E |
| Deakin course code | S700 |
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
- Credit for prior learning - specific
- How to apply
- Further study
Course overview
The Master of Architecture provides students with specialist education, building upon an established background in architecture and built environment studies. It offers advanced studies in cultural, technological, design aesthetic, theoretical knowledge, and develops the ethical, evaluative and research frameworks which underpin the architecture field.
The Master of Architecture degree has been designed to allow incorporation of the final units required to fulfill the academic requirements required for professional accreditation and registration of graduates.
Professional recognition
This course is accredited (within Australia) by the Australian Institute of Architects, the Architects Registration Board of Victoria and the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia.
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.
Fee paying place - Domestic (DFP)
A Fee paying place is one for which the university does not receive any government funding. As such, students enrolled in these places are required to contribute the full cost of their course.
Fee paying places are available to domestic students. Domestic students are those who are Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens or holders of a permanent visa.
* 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
Graduates will be required to complete an additional two years of work experience under the supervision of a registered architect in order to present for registration with the Architects Registration Board of Victoria and the Australian Institute of Architects.
Course rules
The degree requires students to complete 16 credit points of study (two years of full-time study or part-time equivalent).Course structure
Students select 16 credit points of study including the following core units:
| SRA760 | Urban Ecologies |
| SRD763 | Architectural Design in Urban Contexts |
| SRD764 | Urban Design Studio |
| SRD765 | Architectural Design and Resolution |
| SRD766 | Architecture Design Masterclass (2 cps) |
| SRM750 | Built Environment Professional Practice |
| SRQ762 | Cost Planning |
| SRR711 | Thesis (Architecture) (2cps) |
| SRR782 | Research Methodology |
| SRT750 | Sustainable Futures |
| SRT757 | Building Systems and Environment |
| SRV799 | Built Environment Integrated Project |
Plus one history/theory elective chosen from the following:
| SRA742 | Urban Perspectives |
| SRA743 | Trans-National Mega Projects |
Plus one elective from any approved SR*7** coded unit
Entry requirements - general
Deakin University offers admission to postgraduate 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
A successfully completed 3 year accredited architectural undergraduate program, approved/recognised by the National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (NOOSR).
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.
Credit for prior learning - specific
Credit for prior learning applicants must comply with the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment rule for admission and selection for postgraduate award (coursework) courses.How to apply
Applications must be made directly to the University through the Applicant Portal. Details of available courses and application closing dates can be found on the Apply webpage. Please note that closing dates may vary for individual courses.
Your course may require further information in support of your application. Please refer to the faculty information website for further details.
Further study
Students who have completed the Master of Architecture may continue on to undertake Higher Degree by Research study.Income support
Domestic students enrolled in certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support through Youth Allowance and Austudy.
Further information can be found at Deakin University's Fees website.
