Pending recheck: this course was listed last year but is not yet confirmed for 2027 entry. Check the university's course page before applying.
Deakin University
Bachelor of Design (Architecture)/Bachelor of Property and Real Estate
Geelong Waterfront Campus, Victoria, Australia
Level
Bachelor
Duration
4.5F/P
Campus
Geelong Waterfront Campus (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
TBD
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Course Overview
Bachelor of Design (Architecture)/Bachelor of Property and Real Estate at Deakin University in Geelong Waterfront Campus, Victoria, Australia is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
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.
Student life (indicative)
Geelong offers a great outdoor-focused student lifestyle with beaches, cafés and a welcoming community.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
59,359
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
International
27.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
75.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£36,340
First-year earnings
Placement Year
✓ Available
Work experience option
Costs & Living
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Bachelor of Design (Architecture)/Bachelor of Property and Real Estate
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor of Design (Architecture)/Bachelor of Property and Real Estate topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor of Design (Architecture)/Bachelor of Property and Real Estate
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
No specific entry requirements listed.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
59,359
Total students
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
International Students
27%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community
Student Life & City (indicative)
Geelong offers a great outdoor-focused student lifestyle with beaches, cafés and a welcoming community.
- Geelong offers a great outdoor-focused student lifestyle with beaches, cafés and a welcoming community.
What Students Love
- Beach lifestyle
- Great café culture
- Thriving student social scene
- Parks & green spaces
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
75%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£36,340
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✓ Available
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.
- 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.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Healthcare
- Education
- Business
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
Like most major Australian cities, Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110). Deakin's multi-campus model means costs vary — Geelong and regional campuses are notably cheaper than Melbourne.
- Like most major Australian cities, Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110).
- Deakin's multi-campus model means costs vary — Geelong and regional campuses are notably cheaper than Melbourne.