Bachelor of Architectural Studies and Bachelor of Fine Art

About the course

This double degree course expands career opportunities and professional practices combining fine arts learning and sensibilities with architectural design experiences. You will learn about major fine art disciplines alongside approaches to shape the built environment. The programme combines disciplinary knowledge, applied learning, and graduate competencies for professional career entry.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue diverse roles across architecture and the creative industries, applying fine art sensibilities to built-environment problems. Pathways include architectural design and documentation roles (with further study leading toward architect registration), design and visualisation work, creative practice and studio production, and roles supporting sustainable development and urban or community projects. This is an undergraduate double degree in Architecture & Building with a Fine Art specialisation.

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)