Bachelor of Applied Science (Architectural Science)
Curtin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00301J
This course is the prerequisite for entry into the Master of Architecture. The course covers the design of buildings, the technical aspects of building construction, and how architecture relates to societies, cultures and people and the way they live. Architectural ideas are communicated through written and spoken reports, photographs, drawings, models and the electronic media. Students not intending to continue on to the Master may use the knowledge gained in this course to seek employment within the architectural profession or building industry.
Structure
Credit Points: 600
Subjects
- COMS1010 Academic and Professional Communications
- ARCH1018 Architecture and Interior Architecture Methods 1A - Analogue Literacy
- ARCH1004 Sustainability and Structures in Architecture
- ARCH1003 Reading Architecture Globally
- ARCH1015 Architecture and Interior Architecture Design Studio 1 - Small Structures
- ARCH1025 Architectural Science in Context
- ARCH1016 Architecture and Interior Architecture Methods 1B - Digital Literacy
- ARCH2024 Architecture and Interior Architecture Design Studio 2A - Residential Typology and Grammar
- ARCH2025 Architecture Methods 2A - Digital Fabrication
- ARCH2003 Architectural Documentation and Detailing
- ARCH2022 Architecture Design Studio 2B - Regional Studio
- ARCH2023 Architecture Methods 2B - Information Visualisation
- ARCH2004 Architecture History and Identity
- ARCH3026 Architecture Design Studio 3A - Multi Residential
- ARCH3027 Architecture Methods 3A - Digital Futures
- ARCH3006 Environmental and Building Systems in Architecture
- ARCH3009 Twentieth and Twenty-First Century Architectural Theories
- ARCH3024 Architecture Design Studio 3B - Civic
- ARCH3007 Building Information Modelling in Architecture
- ARCH3008 Urban Contexts
- SPUC-ANGAD Animation and Game Architecture Design Specialisation
- SPUC-CONMS Construction Management Specialisation
- SPUC-DSGNF Designing Fashion Specialisation
- SPUC-DSGNV Design Thinking and Visual Communication Specialisation
- SPUC-INARS Interior Architecture Specialisation
- SPUC-PRINP Principles of Planning Specialisation
Standard entry requirements
- Completed year 12 in Australia or overseas in the past two years, or
- Completed TAFE or VET studies in the past two years
- Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a VET course. This includes study at a public TAFE or other VET provider, whether a qualification was completed or not. Applicants with VET study may have other qualifications such as a Year 10 or Year 12 secondary school certificate
- Applicants with higher education are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a higher education course, such as a university degree. This may include applicants who are currently studying a higher education course at another education provider and want to transfer to Curtin University, or applicants who are currently studying at Curtin but want to switch to a different course. It may also include applicants who have completed past study with university and non-university higher education providers.
Recognition
This course does not qualify the holder for registration as an architect or for Associate Membership of the Royal Australian Institute of Architects. The educational qualifications required for registration are obtained through successful completion of the Master of Architecture course, for which this course is a prerequisite.
Study pathways
Graduates may qualify for entry to a Bachelor Degree with Honours and some Graduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas and Master degrees. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au. Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtin Perth | International: $108,748 |
| Yes |
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