The UNSW Master of Architecture gives you a well-rounded architectural education to prepare you for a varied and fulfilling career in the profession. This two-year, full-time program builds on the foundations of the Bachelor of Architectural Studies . You’ll have the option to specialise in one of four architectural streams or cast your net wide by choosing studios and courses from across different architectural topics.
By completing this degree, you’ll develop professional knowledge in the practice of architecture, along with advanced skills and techniques in sustainability, designing with Indigenous communities, and innovative design thinking that you’ll draw on throughout your career. With world-renowned teaching staff, a structure created in consultation with industry, and our distinctive stream options, you’ll be prepared for an impactful career in architectural practice, and other exciting design-based industries.
If you’ve completed your bachelor’s degree and have ambitions to become a professional architect or want to work in other areas of design and the built environment, this master’s program is the choice for you.
Four distinctive streams The Master of Architecture offers four distinctive streams that students can pick from when choosing studios and electives: high performance technology, housing, urban conditions and social agency. Students can pick different streams in each studio and for their electives, or choose to ‘specialise’ in one stream, to build focussed knowledge and expertise.
Flexible learning with time to work Study your degree your way. Enjoy the flexibility of our trimester structure to suit your lifestyle and goals, whether it's full-time or part-time. Choose from a broad range of exciting electives from across the School of Built Environment , which can be taken at different times to suit your needs.
Practical training to maximise your employability At UNSW, we’re known for producing Australia’s most employable graduates - we've been awarded Most Employable students for six years in a row (Australian Financial Review (AFR) Top100 Future Leaders Awards, 2020-2025). Foundational courses, such as The Profession of Architecture , will prepare you to seamlessly transition into the architectural workforce if you’re just starting out, or level up in your current role.
Focused on the future With the world needing quality housing for 3 billion people by 2030 , architects will play an increasingly vital role in meeting housing demands in Australia and around the world. In the Master of Architecture, you’ll be empowered to create sustainable, economical and ethically responsible buildings that improve people’s lives, and are in tune with our climate and environment.
To be eligible, you must have completed a nationally accredited undergraduate degree in architecture, such as the UNSW Bachelor of Architectural Studies (or equivalent), with a minimum credit average (65 WAM).
If you do not meet the academic entry requirements, you may still be considered based on relevant work experience in combination with your undergraduate architectural studies.
If you study the UNSW Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours) you can be eligible for the Master of Architecture if you undertake the architecture elective pathway and achieve an overall WAM of 65. However, if you've never studied architecture at a tertiary level, you should consider applying for the Bachelor of Architectural Studies .
If you study the UNSW Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours) you can be eligible for the Master of Architecture if you undertake the architecture elective pathway and achieve an overall WAM of 65. However, if you've never studied architecture at a tertiary level, you should consider applying for the Bachelor of Architectural Studies .
Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours) graduates who do not meet the above may be considered after they have obtained five years of work experience in an architectural office or equivalent. Work experience will be individually assessed based on the following submission:
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