Master of Architecture

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Mode
On campus
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus
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Duration
2 year(s) full-time
Program code icon
Program code
MAARC
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Study as
Full time or part time
Fees
Indicative annual fees
Commonwealth Supported
Non-tuition fees
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SATAC code
ACM116
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Prerequisite
None
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Assumed knowledge
None

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved the following minimum entry requirement and demonstrate they fulfil any essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

  • A completed Bachelor of Architectural Design; OR
  • A 3-year pre-professional architecture program from a recognised Australian higher education institution or equivalent.

Applicants with a bachelor degree in architecture from a non-Australian institution may be considered and will be required to provide a portfolio.

The portfolio should include the applicant's own creative works from previous degrees, professional, and/or personal background, showing design skills, knowledge, and familiarity with a range of design tools and media. In addition to final outcomes, it should comprise evidence of design process, development and drawing documentation. The portfolio may include material developed with others if clearly referenced and the applicant's contribution explained.

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Note:

Please note that entry requirements for this degree are provisional and subject to change.

Degree Structure: Master of Architecture

Program code: MAARC

Complete 96 units comprising:

  • 84 units for all Core courses, and
  • 0 to 6 units from Work integrated learning, and
  • 6 to 12 units for Electives

Study plan

A study plan sets out the courses you will need to complete and the recommended timing for each one. This will help to guide your enrolment in each study period, alongside any additional information provided below. If you have received a personalised plan or alternative advice from your Program Director, please refer to that guidance in the first instance, or seek help from your Program Director or Student Assist if you are unsure.

Enrolment information

Find details about the rules and notes that apply to your program, along with other essential information required for successful enrolment. Supplementary supporting resources may also be provided where applicable.

Courses

Listed here are all the courses that contribute to your program, including elective options that can be chosen. These courses come together to form your study plan. Courses fall into different categories, each of which have specific unit values that need to be met under the program rules.

What courses you'll study

Complete 96 units comprising:

  • 84 units for all Core courses, and
  • 0 to 6 units from Work integrated learning, and
  • 6 to 12 units for Electives

Complete 84 units for ALL of the following:

Course name Course code Units
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Course name
Advanced Architectural Design Research Studio (Context and Culture)
Course code
ARCH5001
Units
12
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Course name
Advanced Architectural Communication Technologies
Course code
ARCH5002
Units
6
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Course name
Advanced Architectural Structures
Course code
ARCH5003
Units
6
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Course name
Advanced Architectural Design Studio (Construction Technologies)
Course code
ARCH5004
Units
12
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Course name
Architectural Design Research Methods
Course code
ARCH5005
Units
6
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Course name
Advanced Architectural Design Studio (Sustainable Environments)
Course code
ARCH6001
Units
12
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Course name
Advanced Environments and Technologies
Course code
ARCH6002
Units
6
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Course name
Reflective Practices
Course code
ARCH6003
Units
6
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Course name
Advanced Architectural Design Research Studio (Graduate Project)
Course code
ARCH6004
Units
12
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Course name
Professional Practice in Architecture
Course code
ARCH6005
Units
6

Work Integrated Learning description

WIL courses give you real‑world experience as part of your degree.

Complete 0 to 6 units from the following:

Course name Course code Units
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Course name
Architectural Professional Experience
Course code
ARCH4900
Units
6

Electives description

A flexible course choice within your degree.

Complete 6 to 12 units comprising:

  • 6 to 12 units for all Program electives

Course name Course code Units
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Course name
Advanced Design Construct in the Workshop
Course code
ARCH5017
Units
6
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Course name
Advanced Design Construct on Site
Course code
BLDG5900
Units
6

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