The University of Queensland
Bachelor of Architectural Design
St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
Level
Bachelor
Duration
3F or 6-P
Campus
St Lucia (QLD)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
February 2027
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Course Overview
Bachelor of Architectural Design at The University of Queensland in St Lucia, Queensland, 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 and design graduates work across the built environment, in design practice, construction management and urban development, typically pursuing professional accreditation relevant to their specialisation.
Student life (indicative)
Brisbane offers a sunny, outdoorsy student lifestyle with a rapidly growing food and arts scene, easy access to the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, and a relaxed, friendly pace compared to Sydney or Melbourne.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
57,130
Staff Ratio
13.0:1
International
39.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
80.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£42,660
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 Architectural Design
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor of Architectural Design topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor of Architectural Design
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- For additional information about the admissions criteria for UQ and for this course, refer to UQ's website. | English, Literature, English and Literature Extension or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 and 4, C) | Following the completion of your Bachelor of Architectural Design, your next step to becoming a registered architect is with UQ’s Master of Architecture.
- To progress to the Master of Architecture students must achieve a minimum GPA of 4.5 in the Bachelor of Architectural Design.
- Students with a GPA between 4.0 and 4.5 must also undertake six months (or equivalent) of professional experience in an approved architectural environment before progressing to the Master of Architecture.
Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
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
57,130
Total students
Staff Ratio
13:1
Students per staff
International Students
39%
Of student body
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 | Global / diverse | Coastal lifestyle | Academic / intellectual
Student Life & City (indicative)
Brisbane offers a sunny, outdoorsy student lifestyle with a rapidly growing food and arts scene, easy access to the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, and a relaxed, friendly pace compared to Sydney or Melbourne.
- Brisbane offers a sunny, outdoorsy student lifestyle with a rapidly growing food and arts scene, easy access to the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, and a relaxed, friendly pace compared to Sydney or Melbourne.
What Students Love
- Beach lifestyle
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Vibrant nightlife & bars
- Great café culture
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
80%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£42,660
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✓ Available
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Architecture and design graduates work across the built environment, in design practice, construction management and urban development, typically pursuing professional accreditation relevant to their specialisation.
- Architecture and design graduates work across the built environment, in design practice, construction management and urban development, typically pursuing professional accreditation relevant to their specialisation.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Engineering
- Healthcare
- Agriculture
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, Brisbane carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $2,104/month (housing $1,248, food $460, transport $133). Brisbane's costs are lower than Sydney or Melbourne and growing fast in culture and lifestyle.
- Like most major Australian cities, Brisbane carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $2,104/month (housing $1,248, food $460, transport $133).
- Brisbane's costs are lower than Sydney or Melbourne and growing fast in culture and lifestyle.