Master of Architecture

Queensland University of Technology

The Master of Architecture builds upon your undergraduate architectural knowledge, providing you with advanced understanding in architectural design and research, contextual studies, technology and science, and studies for professional practice. Throughout your course, you’ll learn from practicing architects and leading researchers with strong local and international industry connections. Our curriculum employs a strong focus on sustainable systems and the application of advanced digital design tools to address sustainability at every stage of the architectural process. Upon graduating, you’ll meet the academic requirements for membership of the Australian Institute of Architects. Graduates who have also completed two years of practical architectural experience, of which at least one year is postgraduate architectural experience, will be eligible to undertake the Architectural Practice Examination, enabling you to be eligible for registration with any Board of Architects in Australia. Graduates of the Master of Architecture meet the academic requirements for membership of the Australian Institute of Architects. Graduates who have also completed two years of practical architectural experience, of which at least one year is postgraduate architectural experience, will be eligible to undertake the Architectural Practice Examination, which will enable the graduate, if successful, to be eligible for registration with any Board of Architects in Australia.HighlightsStudy your Master of Architecture and join QUT’s 100-year history of architectural education.Learn from practicing architects who are passionate about sharing their industry experience and knowledge.Develop advanced understanding in architectural design and research, contextual studies, technology and science, and professional practice.With practical experience, fast track your career and take the Architectural Practice Examination to become an architect in Australia.Our globally recognised program is accredited by the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia, giving you the seal of approval employers are looking for.QUT is ranked in the top 100 universities in the world for architecture and built environment (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024).Careers and outcomesGraduates of the Master of Architecture meet the academic requirements for membership of the Australian Institute of Architects. Graduates who have also completed two years of practical architectural experience, of which at least one year is postgraduate architectural experience, will be eligible to undertake the Architectural Practice Examination, which will enable the graduate, if successful, to be eligible for registration with any Board of Architects in Australia.Possible careersArchitectArchitectural engineerArchitectural technicianConstruction managerProject managerSustainability design consultantUrban designer

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