Architectural Science,B-ARCH

Overview

Architecture combines creative practices of architectural design with the cultural, social, technical and sustainability issues of the built environment.

In this course you will study the relationship between the natural and constructed environment, the architectural proposition and the occupation of space.

This course is taught by academic staff, industry practitioners and guest lecturers. You'll also benefit from valuable industry experiences. For example, design company GHDWoodhead and government entity Water Corporation have both provided hands-on design opportunities to Curtin students.

Our students have also enjoyed opportunities to work with key industry consultants such as Woods Bagot, Cox and Hassell.

This major is also a direct pathway to the two-year accredited Master of Architecture qualification.

How this course will make you industry ready

You will complete projects and stage exhibitions.

This course leads on to the two-year Master of Architecture which is a pathway to the professional practice of architecture.

What you'll learn

• demonstrate an understanding of the broad discipline of architecture, its theoretical underpinnings, and ways of thinking; the ability to apply specific discipline knowledge contained within the streams of Architectural Design, Science and Technology, Architecture and Culture and Design Communication
• think critically, creatively and reflectively in order to analyse and understand the diverse needs of various parties involved in architecture in order to generate and create innovative solutions
• conduct appropriate scholarly and professional research to access and analyse the diverse information needed to make informed, strategic design decisions
• communicate information and ideas to diverse audience through visual, verbal and written communication techniques
• demonstrate ability to recognise and understand the principles of a range of appropriate technologies and their suitable application within the discipline of architecture
• possess a sustained intellectual curiosity that constantly strives, through self-directed learning, for innovation within the profession of architecture
• have an awareness and ability to synthesize a range of local, national and international issues and perspectives which influence architecture
• understand and value cultural and physical diversity and appreciate its significance in the creation of architecture
• demonstrate a rigorous and ethical approach in the creation of architecture; the ability to work independently and in teams

English requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.

If your documents are not issued in English, an official translation from a recognised translation service must be provided.

Recognised translation services

• National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) accredited translator in Australia
• The Awarding institution
• A Notary Public Office
• The official Government body
• An official and accredited translator*

*Official translations are subject to review.

If you have undertaken previous study or work that matches the content of some of your Curtin course units, you may be able to obtain credit for recognised learning, which exempts you from studying those units.

You can apply direct online through our Applicant Portal. You can access the Applicant Portal by:

1. Navigating to the relevant course page
2. Click ‘Apply now’
3. When the pop-up window appears, select “Apply directly to Curtin University”.

If you want to package your course with a Curtin English course, you can submit your application with your course application documents to streamline the process.

If your application is successful, you will receive an offer that you will need to accept or reject.

If you accept your offer, you will receive a Confirmation of Enrolment ­– a document from Curtin that details your course, how long you will be studying the course, and the tuition fees. This document can be used for acquiring a student visa.

Apply to the Australian government for your student visa. Gaining a student visa will allow you to participate in full-time study in Australia and work up to 40 hours in a fortnight. If you’re under 18 years of age, you must have approved accommodation and welfare arrangements in place before a visa can be issued.