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Architecture, architectural degree

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Architecture at undergrad bachelor, post-grad master, PhD doctorate research degree levels at universities in Australia are listed below. For more degree courses, click here.

  • What do Architects do ?
  • Where can I study to be an Architect ?
  • Which Australian universities can I study for qualifications in Architecture or Architectural studies ?
  • Besides ATAR, what prerequisite subjects must be achieved at HSC Year 12 ?
  • A bachelor degree in Architecture design is necessary for employment as a professionally qualified Architect. It leads to career opportunities in Urban and Town Planning,  Built environment and building design consultancy.
  • Architects use their design flair, personal creativity and practical knowledge of structures to develop concepts, plans, specifications and drawings for building and other structures. They liaise with construction staff, planning authorities, and manage building contracts and inspect work.
  • Architects deal mainly with the shape and texture of the exterior surfaces of a building, and how humans use that enclosed space, they leave the concerns about structural considerations to the civil engineer.
  • Architecture is the art and science of designing buildings and other physical structures. “ Built environment “ is a term often used in conjunction with architecture.

  • Architects are professionally trained to manage the process, planning, designing and constructing space reflecting functional, social  and aesthetic considerations. It requires the control and management of material, technology, light, and shade.
  • Architecture also covers the practical aspects of constructing designed spaces, such as project planning, cost estimating and construction administration. Go here to find out more about whats this subject about .
  • Click to find out more about how to use your Australian University degree in Architecture to work as an Architect.
  • As in any given building project requires more Civil Engineers,Builders and other tech staff than Architects, jobs in Architecture are far less than in Civil Engineering. 1,000 Melbourne architects unemployed << read this
  • Do realise that many Architecture graduates, after acquiring a tough 5 year degree, only manage to find work as Architectural Draughtsmen  ( using software such as AutoCad, Revit or Microstation). Architectural Draughtsmen qualifications can be attained at TAFE  - 2 year diploma :
  • In landscape architecture, built environment often refers to man-made landscapes as opposed to the natural environment.

Typical admission requirements for Architecture degrees :

  • Maths, Physics and /or Design

Architecture is available at these universities  :

New South Wales : NSW

Victoria : VIC

Queensland : QLD

Western Australia : WA

Tasmania : TAS

South Australia : SA

Australian Capital Territory : ACT

1 Comment for Architecture, architectural degree

Abdul Rehman | May 23, 2011 at 3:21 am

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