Bachelor of Architectural Studies

at University of Auckland

Programme structure

In your first year, you’ll be introduced to design through drawing and making, including both hand and digital techniques. You’ll also be introduced to the history and theory of architecture, sustainable design and materiality. You’ll have the chance to explore construction principles, which we apply in studio courses and inside our workshops. Two General Education courses will give you the chance to supplement your studies in subject areas of your choice.

 

In second year and beyond, you’ll learn more about architectural design, media, materials and sustainable practice. You’ll also expand your understanding of historical precedent and theories of architecture, and be introduced to project management (i.e., getting buildings built).

 

Most students need to take one or two General Education courses.

 

Students should also be aware of the University’s Academic English Language Requirement.
 

Sample programme structure
 

Year 1 120 points

Code:ARCHDES 102
Name:Design 1
Type:Compulsory core course Points:15 pts

Code:ARCHDRC 103
Name:Architectural Media 1
Type:Compulsory core course Points:15 pts

Code:ARCHHTC 102
Name:Modern Architecture and Urbanism
Type:Compulsory core course Points:15 pts

Name:General Education course
Type:General Education course Points:15 pts

Code:ARCHDES 103
Name:Design 2
Type:Compulsory core course Points:15 pts

Code:ARCHDRC 104
Name:Architectural Media 2
Type:Compulsory core course Points:15 pts

Code:ARCHTECH 108
Name:Introduction to Sustainability and Technology
Type:Compulsory core course Points:15 pts

Name:General Education course
Type:General Education course Points:15 pts

Year 2 120 points

Code:ARCHDES 200
Name:Design 3
Type:Compulsory core course Points:30 pts

Code:ARCHDRC 203
Name:Architectural Media 3
Type:Compulsory core course Points:15 pts

Code:ARCHTECH 207
Name:Design Technology 1
Type:Compulsory core course Points:15 pts

Code:ARCHDES 201
Name:Design 4
Type:Compulsory core course Points:30 pts

Code:ARCHHTC 237
Name:Rise of the City
Type:Compulsory core course Points:15 pts

Code:ARCHTECH 210
Name:Environmental Design 1
Type:Compulsory core course Points:15 pts

Year 3 120 points

Code:ARCHDES 300
Name:Design 5
Type:Compulsory core course Points:30 pts

Code:ARCHHTC 341
Name:Worlds of Architecture
Type:Compulsory core course Points:15 pts

Code:ARCHTECH 314
Name:Environmental Design 2
Type:Compulsory core course Points:15 pts

Code:ARCHDES 301
Name:Design 6
Type:Compulsory core course Points:30 pts

Code:ARCHPRM 305
Name:Professional Studies 1
Type:Compulsory core course Points:15 pts

Code:ARCHTECH 315
Name:Design Technology 2
Type:Compulsory core course Points:15 pts

You need to have one of the following:
 

• 12 years of schooling and an overall average of 75 percent in the All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSC), Indian School Certificate (ISC), Karnataka, Maharashtra and West Bengal State Board Examinations with a minimum of 70 percent in English.
• 12 years of schooling and an overall average of 80 percent in all other Higher Secondary State Board Examinations with a minimum of 75 percent in English.

 

Guaranteed grade, subject and other requirements
These are the grades required for guaranteed entry to this programme. If your grades are slightly lower, we encourage you to still apply. We will consider your application if places are available.

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.16 per point, estimated at $979.20 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.

 

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
 

International students
NZ$43,940*
 

Domestic students
NZ$7,017.60 – $8,559.60*