Graduate Diploma of Architectural Studies

About the course

Designed for graduates in architecture or related disciplines (including international architecture graduates), this Graduate Diploma provides a focused pathway into the accredited Master of Architecture. You’ll build skills aligned to Australian professional and cultural contexts through studio-based, project learning that integrates design, technical knowledge, and human, environmental and cultural considerations. The course is delivered on campus at Fremantle as a Graduate Diploma in architecture.

Career outcome

This Graduate Diploma is primarily a bridging qualification for further postgraduate study rather than a standalone professional qualification. It helps graduates with overseas or cognate backgrounds build Australian-context capability in design studios, building systems and architectural technologies to support progression to the Master of Architecture. Graduates typically move into postgraduate architectural education and related built-environment pathways in Australia through this Graduate Diploma in architecture.

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