Bachelor of Architecture and Environments

About the course

The Bachelor of Architecture and Environments provides a broad introduction to the built environment, combining design thinking with foundations in architecture, urban design and planning. You’ll explore sustainability, building systems, construction and property, and how different professionals collaborate on projects. The course builds creative and problem-solving skills through core units, electives and a final-year capstone design studio in architecture and the built environment.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue diverse entry-level roles across the built environment sector, supported by a broad understanding of design, sustainability, construction and property. The degree is suited to pathways into architectural and urban design fields, planning and development contexts, and related project or coordination roles in construction and property. It also provides a foundation for further study toward professional specialisation in architecture and built environment disciplines.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)