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Melbourne Polytechnic

Bachelor of Architecture

Preston, Victoria, Australia

Level
Bachelor
Duration
3.0F/P
Campus
Epping (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed

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Course Overview

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Career snapshot (indicative)

Architecture graduates undertake a Part 2 (MArch) and Part 3 assessment to qualify as registered architects, working in private practices, public bodies and international firms. Specialisms in sustainable design, heritage, urbanism and computation are highly valued.

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Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

Preston offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.

The University at a Glance

Staff Ratio
18.0:1

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page

City & Location

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Admission notes

  • Current Year 12 graduates Interview Applicants are encouraged and may be required to attend an interview. To book your interview by telephone please call (03) 9269 8479. The booking system will remain available throughout the application and change of preference periods. Educational outcomes considered for selection Australian Year 12 or equivalency with a minimum score of 20 in English (units 3 & 4) and any Maths. *Senior VCE VM applicants are required to enter through a VET pathway (Certificate or Diploma) or undertake literacy and numeracy testing equivalency. Applicants may be required to attend an interview and present a folio. Folio and folio presentation Applicants may be required to attend an interview to and present a folio. Recent Year 12 graduates Interview Applicants are encouraged and may be required to attend an interview. To book your interview by telephone please call (03) 9269 8479. The booking system will remain available throughout the application and change of preference periods. Educational outcomes considered for selection Australian Year 12 or equivalency with a minimum score of 20 in English (units 3 & 4) and any Maths. *Senior VCE VM applicants are required to enter through a VET pathway (Certificate or Diploma) or undertake literacy and numeracy testing equivalency. Applicants may be required to attend an interview and present a folio. Folio and folio presentation Applicants may be required to attend an interview to and present a folio. Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record A complete or incomplete higher education qualification. Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Completion of a Certificate IV course as minimum. Articulation credits are available for specific VET qualifications. Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Applicants with work and life experience VTAC Personal Statement Applicants without a formal qualification but with significant and relevant work experience will be considered if they can demonstrate that they can undertake the course with a reasonable prospect of success. Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: satisfactory completion of any English
  • Units 3 and 4: satisfactory completion of any Mathematics. Non-Year 12 prerequisites As for Year 12 or subject equivalents, including experience, Certificate IV or higher. Interview and folio or a demonstrated record of work in architecture, building or related areas (minimum 2 years).

Assessment Methods

We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.

Campus & City Life

Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks

Student Life & City (indicative)

  • Preston offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle.
  • Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.

What Students Love

  • Outdoor & nature activities
  • Great café culture
  • Thriving student social scene
  • Beach lifestyle

University Stats

Student-to-Staff Ratio18:1
Safety Index (indicative)8.0/10

Career & Outcomes

Placement Year
Not offered
Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

  • Architecture graduates undertake a Part 2 (MArch) and Part 3 assessment to qualify as registered architects, working in private practices, public bodies and international firms.
  • Specialisms in sustainable design, heritage, urbanism and computation are highly valued.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Healthcare
  • Business
  • Education

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Higher

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