Master of Architecture

Bond University

Australia, Gold Coast

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Bond University

Australia , Gold Coast

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

078184J

Campuses

Gold Coast

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 4 semester(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 25,759 / semester(s)

Next Intake September-2026

Master of Architecture

About

To stand out as an architect, you need to develop architectural skills on a global scale.

Bond’s Master of Architecture is a fully accredited qualification for professional recognition to practice as an architect both in Australia and internationally.

Delivered in the award-winning Abedian School of Architecture building, it is a creative, hands-on, future-focussed learning experience where you’ll be immersed in innovative projects, studio workshops and research initiatives under the mentorship of internationally recognised academic-practitioners.

With a focus on real-world scenarios and the role of architecture in addressing urban, environmental, social, and technological change on a global scale, the program is presented as a series of design studios. Each unit is a combination of theoretical studies, technical proficiency, and practical application, with the process culminating in a master’s thesis studio.

Other highlights include off-campus study tours, a paid international study tour for eligible students, and electives that allow you to incorporate other subjects of interest from other disciplines.

With one of the lowest student-to-staff ratios of any architectural program in Australia, our small class environment facilitates individual assigned workspaces, designed to encourage communication and collaboration with classmates across all year levels. This is further enhanced by all-school projects such as the annual Design Charrette and the biannual exhibitions.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Recognised 4 year Bachelor degree equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree 2.67

4 year Bachelor degree - 4 point grading scale

Completion of a Bond University Bachelor of Architectural Studies or a Bond University Bachelor of Design in Architecture or a Bond University Graduate Diploma in Architecture or a degree of equivalent standard to an Australian bachelor degree in Architecture from another institution, having achieved an overall distinction average (GPA 3.0/4.0).

Or, completion of a Bond University Bachelor of Architectural Studies or a Bond University Bachelor of Design in Architecture or a degree of equivalent standard to an Australian bachelor degree in Architecture from another institution, having achieved a credit average (GPA 2.0/4.0) PLUS submission of a high-quality portfolio of design work for assessment.

Recognised 4 year Bachelor degree equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree 3.00

4 year Bachelor degree - 5 point grading scale

English Program Requirements

English language proficiency requirements

Bond's programs are taught and assessed in English, so depending on your educational background and citizenship, you may be required to provide evidence that your English language ability meets our requirements. This may include submitting results from an approved English Language Test taken in the past two years - you can see the required results for the most common approved tests below. There are other ways to demonstrate English language proficiency and gain entry into this program, including demonstrating prior study in English, or other qualifications. If your qualification does not meet the English language requirements then you will need to provide an English proficiency test for admission - refer below.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Overall score 6.5 with no sub score less than 6.0
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic Overall score 58 with no Communicative Scores below 50
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT): Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) Overall score 79 (no scores below 21 in Writing, 18 in Speaking, and 16 in Reading and Listening)

Career

What can you do with your degree?

The strategic thinking, visual creativity, public engagement, design and technology skills, strategic management and entrepreneurial outlook developed in this degree provides graduates with a wide range of career opportunities in the creative industries. Many architectural graduates establish careers in design studios, virtual design, web and graphic design, fashion, advertising, industrial design, arts management, and the visual arts.

This master's program enables graduates to enter the architecture profession in a variety of careers including architectural firms, government, construction, development, infrastructure, and planning industries both in Australia and around the world.

Outcomes

Registered architect

Architects design building projects for clients. They often act as a trusted advisor to the client throughout the whole project’s lifecycle and manage the cohesion of the build. Architects work with builders, engineers, surveyors, lawyers, other professionals, and tradespeople to achieve their vision. According to Seek (2021), architecture roles in Australia are typically between $70k and $130k, with a 17.5 per cent job growth predicted in the next 5 years.

Architectural technician

As an architectural technician you will be producing 3D architectural documentation that includes plans, elevations, sections, details, and schedules using a variety of software including CAD and ArchiCAD. Architectural Technicians generally work alongside the Architects. Architectural technician roles in Australia are typically between $70k and $100k according to Seek (2021).

Practice manager

Practice managers are the people in charge of a professional place of business, in this case an architectural firm. Practice manager roles in Australia are typically advertised between $70k and $90k, with a predicted 10.8 per cent job growth in the next 5 years according to Seek (2021).