Undergraduate course
Bachelor of Design (Architecture)
The University of Newcastle
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About
Architecture is more than just art and technology. At the University of Newcastle, our Bachelor of Design (Architecture) students are challenged to explore their potential as agents for change.
They don’t just design and shape the physical spaces of our cities and buildings; they use architecture to stimulate the places we live and work, engage the community and improve our world.
Learn in the state’s newest creative innovation centre – Newcastle. Through live projects, you’ll develop design principles that emphasise social, economic and environmental sustainability and become a consultative problem solver.
Areas of study
Architectural design, architectural history and theory, architectural technology, professional practice.
You’ll learn about:
- the architectural site as landscape
- construction and detailing of buildings
- construction technology and ecology
- sustainable design practices
- digital and parametric design processes
- making conceptual and realistic models in our studio and Makerspace
More than half of your degree is dedicated to architecture studio work, working on a range of practical and often live projects.
Career opportunities
Architect, designer, drafter, infrastructure planner, project manager, technician, town planner.
Broaden your career options and qualify as a professional architect with a Master of Architecture (two additional years of study).
Professional recognition
Fully accredited by the NSW Architects Registration Board, the Commonwealth Association of Architects and the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia.
Internationally recognised through the Canberra Accord, the Board of Architects
Malaysia (LAM) and as part of the Bologna Process for European Higher Education.
Practical experience
Engage in live projects through hands-on work and public exhibitions. Collaborate with organisations to improve the housing and health of disadvantaged people in remote Australia and developing countries.
Our graduates also exhibit their work publicly at our graduate exhibition, an opportunity to showcase work to industry and the local community.
Fees and charges
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Recommended studies: Any 2 units of English, any 2 units of history, plus one or more of Design and Technology, Industrial Technology, Visual Arts.
If you have not previously studied one or more of these subjects or your knowledge is limited, we encourage you to undertake bridging courses. NUPrep Bridging offers academic preparation and support short courses, which are free and can be completed on campus or online before you start your degree.
Explore NUPrep Bridging Courses
Applicants with higher education study
If you completed or partially completed higher education studies, your grade point average can be converted to a selection rank for admission purposes.
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
If you completed or partially completed competency-based vocational education and training (such as TAFE, a private Registered Training Provider, or vocational studies undertaken in high school), this can be used to determine your eligibility for admission.
Studies completed at an AQF Level 4 (Cert IV) or higher provide Guaranteed Entry into many of our undergraduate programs.
Applicants with work and life experience
If you do not have an ATAR (or equivalent) or formal qualification, Newcastle University offers a range of pathways toward your dream degree. No matter what your age or experience, there is a place for you.
Advanced standing
If you have undertaken previous studies at another higher education institution or registered training organisation, you may be awarded credit towards your undergraduate degree. You must apply for admission before applying for credit.
Further information
View all details of this course on the University of Newcastle website.
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ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2023)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2023 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
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Review of programs
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review. For up-to-date details, visit University of Newcastle degrees.
Honours
Applicants should note that under the revised Australian Qualifications Framework some programs are four-year programs available with direct entry. Other programs are three-year Bachelor degree programs. Meritorious students have the option to apply for an additional one-year end-on component after graduation. Check the course descriptions carefully.