Bachelor of Architectural Design

About the course

This degree develops skills in architectural and building design with a strong emphasis on sustainability and circular-economy thinking. You’ll apply design methods to real projects through site visits, measurement, and collaboration with local communities, alongside studio-based learning that tackles real-world industry challenges. Graduates gain practical capability to work as building designers and can progress to a Master of Architecture toward architect registration in architecture and the built environment.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for entry-level roles supporting architectural and building design across government and private planning and construction contexts. The course builds studio and project-based capability in sustainable design and professional communication, supporting work as a building designer and related design-support roles in the built environment sector. It also provides a pathway to further study in a Master of Architecture for those pursuing registration within architecture and building.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)