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'During my education at QUT, the emphasis on people-focused design and civic contribution reinforced the importance of shaping architecture that supports communities and enriches the public realm. This grounding continues to inform my work, particularly in urban contexts where creating meaningful places, fostering connection, and delivering spaces that inspire are fundamental architectural objectives.'
QUT alumnus and Director of Blight Rayner Architecture
Transformative learning experience
‘After completing my bachelor degree at another university, I chose QUT for its strong industry connections and focus on real-world experience. A highlight has been exploring designing for deconstruction within a studio project. The subject challenged me to think more flexibly and to be creative within limits, recognising that a single component can have multiple uses. Being part of a supportive studio environment, surrounded by peers and teaching staff who genuinely value your ideas has played a huge role in my success throughout my studies. The skills I’ve learnt during my degree are ones I now apply in my role as an architectural student at Architectus.’
Master of Architecture
Real-world learning
'My postgraduate studies have been an essential step in my journey to becoming a registered architect. Building on the foundation of my undergraduate degree, this next stage has deepened my knowledge, refined my skills, and broadened my understanding of the profession. A standout experience was the work integrated learning program, which prepared me for the challenges of the profession and opened the door to my first job in architecture. Working in the industry whilst studying has enriched both my professional and academic experience as I'm applying what I’m learning directly to my work.'
Bachelor of Architectural Design/Master of Architecture
People-focused design
'During my education at QUT, the emphasis on people-focused design and civic contribution reinforced the importance of shaping architecture that supports communities and enriches the public realm. This grounding continues to inform my work, particularly in urban contexts where creating meaningful places, fostering connection, and delivering spaces that inspire are fundamental architectural objectives.'
QUT alumnus and Director of Blight Rayner Architecture
Transformative learning experience
‘After completing my bachelor degree at another university, I chose QUT for its strong industry connections and focus on real-world experience. A highlight has been exploring designing for deconstruction within a studio project. The subject challenged me to think more flexibly and to be creative within limits, recognising that a single component can have multiple uses. Being part of a supportive studio environment, surrounded by peers and teaching staff who genuinely value your ideas has played a huge role in my success throughout my studies. The skills I’ve learnt during my degree are ones I now apply in my role as an architectural student at Architectus.’
Master of Architecture
Real-world learning
'My postgraduate studies have been an essential step in my journey to becoming a registered architect. Building on the foundation of my undergraduate degree, this next stage has deepened my knowledge, refined my skills, and broadened my understanding of the profession. A standout experience was the work integrated learning program, which prepared me for the challenges of the profession and opened the door to my first job in architecture. Working in the industry whilst studying has enriched both my professional and academic experience as I'm applying what I’m learning directly to my work.'
Bachelor of Architectural Design/Master of Architecture
Highlights
- Complete an integrated five-year pathway from design foundations to advanced architectural study.
- On successful completion of the Bachelor degree, progress directly into the accredited Master of Architecture.
- Learn from practising architects and leading researchers, with opportunities to explore climate-responsive and regenerative design, and socially impactful architecture.
- Strengthen your industry readiness through advanced design studios, research-informed teaching and preparation for the Architectural Practice Exam.
- Graduate with a Master qualification accredited by the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia, and recognised by employers across Australia and internationally.
- Study architecture at Queensland's highest-demand architecture program (QTAC first preferences, 2026), ranked in the top 100 universities in the world for architecture (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2026).
Highlights
- Complete an integrated five-year pathway from design foundations to advanced architectural study.
- On successful completion of the Bachelor degree, progress directly into the accredited Master of Architecture.
- Learn from practising architects and leading researchers, with opportunities to explore climate-responsive and regenerative design, and socially impactful architecture.
- Strengthen your industry readiness through advanced design studios, research-informed teaching and preparation for the Architectural Practice Exam.
- Graduate with a Master qualification accredited by the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia, and recognised by employers across Australia and internationally.
- Study architecture at Queensland's highest-demand architecture program (QTAC first preferences, 2026), ranked in the top 100 universities in the world for architecture (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2026).
Why choose this course?
Study architecture with a seamless pathway from undergraduate design foundations to advanced architectural practice.
You'll develop the creative, technical and strategic skills to design buildings and places that respond to some of the world's biggest challenges, from sustainability and climate resilience to the future of our cities and communities.
The Bachelor of Architectural Design builds strong foundations in design, technology and architectural thinking, while the Master of Architecture advances your capabilities in complex design, professional practice and leadership. Together, they provide a seamless pathway towards becoming a registered architect.
From day one, you'll learn through hands-on design studios and real-world projects that challenge you to think critically, solve complex problems and translate ideas into innovative architectural solutions. You'll work with advanced digital design technologies and explore how architecture can deliver more sustainable, regenerative and liveable environments.
Your experience extends beyond the studio. Broaden your perspective through field trips, international study tours and exchange opportunities with partner universities across Europe, North America, Asia and beyond, building the global outlook increasingly valued by the profession.
Explore this course
Your course begins with a three-year Bachelor of Architectural Design followed by a two-year Master of Architecture.
Upon graduating, you’ll meet the academic requirements for membership of the Australian Institute of Architects.
To become a registered architect, you’ll need to pass the Architectural Practice Exam once you’ve completed two years of industry experience.
Course articulation
Within three weeks of successfully completing this course with a minimum GPA of 4.50, you will be automatically offered a place in the Master of Architecture.
Possible careers
- Architect
- Architectural historian
- Architectural writer / journalist
- Design manager
- Project manager
- Sustainability design consultant
The Bachelor of Architectural Design consists of 24 units (288 credit points), arranged as follows:
- 7 core units (84 credit points)
- 11 major units including Work Integrated Learning (132 credit points),
- One minor, or 48 credit points of option units (48 credit points),
- 4 QUT You units of your choice (24 credit points, comprising 4 x 6 credit point units).
To meet the Master of Architecture course requirements, you must complete a total of 192 credit points, made up of:
- four design studio units (24 credit points each)
- eight core units (12 credit points each).
The four design studio units form the cornerstone of this course and emphasise authentic learning by doing, collaborative approaches to knowledge building, and project-based approaches to learning.
- ATAR/selection rank threshold
- 80.00
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2026.
Don't have a ATAR/selection rank?
- Course code
- AB05
- QTAC code
- 412303
- CRICOS code
- 113183D
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- Gardens Point
- 5 years full-time
- 10 years part-time
- February and July
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course, we assume you have sound knowledge of the subject/s listed below. If you don't have the subject knowledge, you can still apply for the course but we strongly encourage you to undertake bridging studies to gain the knowledge:
- English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
Year 12 early offer scheme
If you're a current Queensland Year 12 student, you may be eligible to receive an offer for this course on the last day of Queensland Year 12, before receiving your ATAR or selection rank.
Find out more about the QUT Year 12 Early Offer Scheme
Helping you to get into your course
If you dont think your ATAR or selection rank is high enough to get into this course, you can guarantee your entry with guaranteed advanced standing by upgrading through one the following programs which you can select as one of your QTAC preferences:
Offer guarantee
If you achieve an ATAR or selection rank of 82.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course in the Semester 1 offer rounds, up to the main offer round in mid-January.
VET guarantee
If you have completed an AQF diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course in the Semester 1 offer rounds, up to the main offer round in mid-January.
Advanced standing
If you have prior studies or work experience, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit). You can apply for advanced standing once you've been accepted to QUT. If you're in your first semester of study, you must apply for advanced standing within 10 days of receiving your offer.
Deferment
You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.
More about deferring your offer
Adjustments to your ATAR/selection rank
Any adjustments you receive to your ATAR or selection rank will be applied to this course.
Find out if you’re eligible for an adjustment to your ATAR or selection rank
Offers we made to school leavers in Semester 1, 2026
The figures listed in the tables below reflect the offers that were made to recent ATAR students. The entry thresholds box at the top of this page shows the lowest adjusted ATAR/selection rank required to receive an offer for all applicants for the most recent January QTAC offer round.
| Excluding adjustments | Including adjustments | |
|---|---|---|
| Highest ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
93.60
|
Selection rank
99.10
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| Median ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
86.95
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Selection rank
88.70
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| Lowest ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
75.00
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Selection rank
81.50
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You can find out more about your fellow students’ backgrounds with this course’s student profile.
Other admission options
If you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, you may be eligible for admission through our Centralised Assessment Selection Process (CASP).
I completed secondary school in Australia
- ATAR/selection rank
- 80.00
Offer guarantee
If you completed secondary school in Australia and achieve an ATAR/selection rank of 82.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
VET guarantee
If you have completed an AQF diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Minimum English language requirements
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2027 fees
2027: Fee available from October
2027 fees
2027: $45,100 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2026 fees
2026: CSP $10,000 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2026 fees
2026: $43,300 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
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