Bachelor of Architectural Studies

at Bond University

This program is sequentially structured to prepare you with the necessary knowledge and expertise to continually develop and apply your skills in a variety of contexts.
 

University core subjects (3)

• CORE11-001 Critical Thinking and Communication (CORE 1)

• CORE11-002 Collaboration, Teams and Leadership (CORE 2)

• CORE11-003 Responsibility, Integrity and Civic Discourse (CORE 3)
   

Plus

• Orientation/Safety Induction
  A compulsory orientation and workshop induction is held during O week for all new students. Attendance is mandatory.

• Beyond Bond: Professional Development and Community Engagement
   

Integrated architectural studios (6)

• Architectural Design Studio 1 (10cp) (ARCH11-111)

• Architectural Design Studio 2 (20cp) (ARCH11-212)

• Architectural Design Studio 3 (20cp) (ARCH12-213)

• Architectural Design Studio 4 (20cp) (ARCH12-214)

• Architectural Design Studio 5 (20cp) (ARCH13-215)

• Architectural Design Studio 6 (20cp) (ARCH13-216)
   

Architecture subjects (9)

• Design Communication: Architectural Drawing (ARCH11-112)

• Design Communication: NURBS Modelling (ARCH11-113)

• History & Theory: Industrial Revolution to Present (ARCH11-114)

• Design Communication: Building Information Modelling (ARCH12-115)

• Design Communication: Parametric Modelling (ARCH12-116)

• History & Theory: Ancient to Enlightenment (ARCH12-117)

• Architectural Technology: Practice Methods (ARCH13-118)

• Architectural Technology: Structural Design (ARCH13-119)

• Philosophy of Design (ARCH13-120)
   

Electives (1)

Students choose one (1) elective from the Faculty of Society & Design list of undergraduate subjects.

Academic requirements
 

Applicants with recent secondary education (within the past two years)
 

Applicants must meet the University's general minimum admission criteria.
 

Other applicants may be considered for admission on provision of the following:

A portfolio of design work - no more than six A4 pages of your own work, submitted electronically as one PDF document, not exceeding 10MB. The portfolio should contain a variety of work chosen from mediums such as drawing (freehand or mechanical), computer-aided design, painting, graphics, photography, sculpture, digital media, design technology, or crafts. The assessors are looking for creativity, imagination and skill so the portfolio should include evidence that illustrates your ability to think and communicate visually, as well as demonstrating any experience you have with a range of media and techniques. Images should be accompanied with text to explain what is shown. A cover page may be in addition to the prescribed six-page limit.
 

Alternative entry pathways
 

For those applicants who do not currently have the required academic qualifications, there are a number of alternative entry pathways:

• Bond University Tertiary Preparation programs

• Bond University Diploma programs

• Other institutional Tertiary Preparation Programs

• Vocational education and training qualifications (Certificate IV and above)

• Prior higher education experience (at this university or another)

• Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

• Professional or para-professional qualifications/experience

• Employment experience verified by a statement of service from the employer stating the position title and length of service and a very brief statement on the tasks undertaken.

The fees for Bachelor of Architectural Studies may vary from $20,000 to $35,000 annually for tuition fees. The fee's prices may get higher for International Students.

The vision of the architect is responsible for the creation of the smallest of dwellings through to complex megacities. As such, architecture requires comprehensive skills relating to design, planning, construction, technology and communication. The architectural process can vary in complexity and scale, enabling architects to undertake a variety of projects from exhibitions, interior refurbishments and residential dwellings through to public buildings, large scale infrastructure and urban design.
 

This degree prepares graduates with theoretical and practical experience relating to design, problem solving, construction and communication that can be applied to a wide range of careers. Graduates of this degree may gain employment in architectural firms, government, construction, development, infrastructure and planning industries in Australia and around the world.
 

The strategic thinking, visual creativity, public engagement, design and technology skills, and entrepreneurial outlook developed in this degree provide graduates with a wide range of career opportunities such as the creative industries. Many architectural graduates establish careers in design studios, virtual environment design (such as gaming, cinema and animation), web and graphic design, fashion, advertising, industrial design, arts management and the visual arts.
 

To become a registered architect, you are required to complete both an undergraduate and postgraduate qualification as well as requisite work experience.