Bachelor of Design (Architecture)/Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)

Deakin University

Australia, Burwood

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Deakin University

Australia , Burwood

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

080118A

Application Fee

AUD 55

Campuses

Waterfront (Geelong)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines8-Jul-2024

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Duration 5 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 38,000 / year

Next Intake 8-Jul-2024

Bachelor of Design (Architecture)/Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)

About

Deakins Bachelor of Design (Architecture)/Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) is a unique degree that combines studies in key aspects of the built environment. Explore architectural ideas and design approaches while learning how to manage construction projects, no matter their scale or scope. Gain in-depth knowledge and skills in architecture, design, construction and project management, while exploring your options for a diverse career in the built environment industry.

With an emphasis on practical learning, you will gain plenty of hands-on experience with opportunities for industry placements and involvement in real-world projects. Develop creative process and practical skills by exploring design, drawing, digital fabrication, measuring, estimating, project management and construction knowledge. Graduate workplace-ready with opportunities for site visits, international study tours and exchange.

Want to launch your career on the world stage?

The Bachelor of Design (Architecture)/Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) qualifies you to work in Australia or overseas, in more than 50 countries. It offers an excellent mix of hands-on practice and theory, so that you graduate job ready.

While studying a combined course in architecture and construction management youll learn about:

architectural history, theory and design
computer-aided modelling and digital fabrication
drawing and model making as part of the design process
building economics and law
building practice
measurement and estimation
project management
quantity surveying
construction technology building science and the environment.

Within this course, you will work closely with other architecture and construction management students, creating a multidisciplinary learning experience that stands out to potential employers.

It will also allow you to better recognise the mindset and drivers of an architect or construction manager when working together in industry.

Our location in Geelong gives us a unique environment to explore urban and regional issues and multiple scales of projects. We are positioned to connect the city to regional Victoria through ourlearning experiences and research, opening up opportunities to examine our communitys sustainability and resiliency through our design-based investigations.

With the design (architecture) component of this course, youll gain practical skills studying real-world projects in a studio environment and develop your ability to generate, analyse and communicate your own ideas. You will learn to integrate creative thinking with the practical and technical necessities of the real world, and develop skill sets that allows you to examine and shape the places we inhabit, including all building types, spaces and locations.

The construction management component will give you the skills to manage small-to-large projects that need knowledge across construction technology and processes, resource management, law, information technology, environmental management and construction economics.

Your learning space will include Deakins purpose-built a+b studio open 24/7 providing an open plan space to work collaboratively, share ideas and develop your projects. There is access to our architecture workshop that offers you a place to fabricate models and experiment with technology, materials and processes. The workshop is fully equipped with 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC routers and traditional tools and machinery.

Learn about architecture, design and construction in this unique combined course that prepares you for a rewarding career in the built environment.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Complete foundation studies and/or a diploma program at Deakin College or at one of Deakin's TAFE partners.

English Program Requirements

All students must be able to prove that they can meet our English language requirements. Our English language requirements are divided into five bands – from Band A through to Band E. These Bands indicate the level of English required to undertake the course, with Band E representing the highest English skill level required.

You will be able to provide evidence of your English language skills if you have:

completed an English language test such as IELTS, Pearson, TOEFL or Cambridge
- Applicants who are unable to sit standard tests due to public health concerns relating to the COVID-19 pandemic can complete an online English language test such as IELTS Indicator, OET@Home, TOEFL Special Home Edition.
completed some types of university (tertiary) or high-school (secondary) studies
completed an approved English subject in IB Diploma, Australian Year 12 or other high school qualifications
lived and worked in an English speaking country for at least five years.

These requirements are different for prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students. For the most up-to-date English language requirements, please visit the English Language Admission Criteria procedure.

Career

This cross-discipline course gives you more options for your future career. Career opportunities include:

architect*
construction Manager
3D architectural modeller
building designer
building project manager
draftsperson
estimator
quantity surveyor
contract administrator.

Upon graduating, if you would like to pursue a career as a registered Architect, you are able to articulate to Deakins accredited postgraduate studies in Architecture. This enables you to undertake part of the requirements for registration as an Architect under the Architects Registration Board of Victoria, and Architects Accreditation Council of Australia.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 38,000 / year

Application Fee

AUD 55

How to Apply

Whether you are ready to start your application now or want to know what is involved, our video and step-by-step guide will help you understand the Deakin application process.

As an international student you can apply directly through Deakin or with the help of one of our overseas representatives. Many degrees accept applications throughout the year, with intakes in all three trimesters.

The first step is choosing which degree is right for you, and which campus you want to study at. Use Deakin’s Find a course tool to browse our study areas or use the handy search filters to find your dream degree.

Each course description will tell you its specific intake dates so you will know when to apply, how to apply as an international student and what the course entry requirements are.

Looking for help with your application? Deakin University has a number of offices as well as representatives around the world who can answer all your questions about Deakin and help you with your application.

Deakin also has a network of experienced overseas agents in various parts of the world who can help you through the application process, and provide advice and information on Deakin University and its degrees.

Students from certain regions will need to submit their application through a Deakin authorised agent. You can visit our Deakin representatives page to learn more about the countries included and find an authorised agent nearest to you.