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Master of Architecture

Overview

Develop the advanced design, technical and professional skills relevant to the practice of architecture and advancing originality and creativity in the field.

The Master of Architecture is the second stage required to obtain a professional qualification in architecture, and builds on your core skills developed as an undergraduate.

Through your masters study at UQ you'll gain a greater understanding of why architecture is such a dynamic and demanding profession, making a positive contribution to the shaping of our built environment and our culture.

You'll also hone the essential skills of an architect, and your abilities to design buildings and spaces with an inherent concern for human living and society.

You can choose from a range of courses that will develop your ideas about contemporary architectural practice. You'll challenge your thinking through topics such as housing and density, civic buildings and public space, and commercial architecture.

Throughout the program you'll learn from professional architects and leading researchers who have strong local industry links and work to advance the discipline of architecture internationally.

Location
St Lucia
Duration
2 Years (or part time equivalent)
Start Semester
Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2025), Semester 2 (28 Jul, 2025)
Program Code
5429
AQF
Level 9
Location
St Lucia
Fees
A$47200
Duration
2 Years
Start Semester
Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2025), Semester 2 (28 Jul, 2025)
Semester dates for 2026 are yet to be confirmed
Program Code
5429
CRICOS Code
060311K
AQF
Level 9

Program highlights

Program highlights

  • Study at UQ's School of Architecture, a national leader in architectural education and research that's renowned for pushing the envelope of innovation.
  • Engage in a well established program fully accredited by all Australian state and territory architect registration boards who are recognised around the world.
  • Prepare for a dynamic profession where you'll provide design solutions for the many questions facing our growing cities and changing environments.

Top 5 in Australia for architecture

ERA Outcomes 2018

Watch UQ student's architectural designs featured at Global Grad Show on YouTube.

How you'll learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.

  • Lectures
  • Tutorials
  • Overseas study
  • Fieldwork
  • Studios

What you'll study

At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study in this program:

  • Contemporary Architecture Theory and Practice
  • Building Futures: Advanced Structures and Software
  • Architectural Practice: Business Management
  • Architectural Practice: Project Management

Career possibilities

Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Industrial sector architect 
  • Architectural designer
  • Project delivery architect
  • Practice manager
  • Architectural technician
  • Associate architect

Graduate salary

Architecture & building (postgraduate)

$54K–$93K

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Professional memberships

When you graduate, you may be eligible for memberships with the following professional organisations. Contact the organisation to find out how to become a member.

  • Australian Institute of Architects

Program accreditation

The Master of Architecture is accredited by:

  • Board Of Architects Of Queensland And The Australian Institute Of Architects

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

To be eligible for entry, you'll need:

  • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in architecture.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.OR
  • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in architecture, plus 6 months full-time post-graduate work experience in an architectural environment (see below).
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification. If you hold a qualification other than the Bachelor of Architectural Design from UQ, you must have a grade point average GPA of 5.0 in at least two design courses in architectural studies, at either bachelor or master level.
  • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in architecture.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.OR
  • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in architecture, plus 6 months full-time post-graduate work experience in an architectural environment (see below).
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification. If you hold a qualification other than the Bachelor of Architectural Design from UQ, you must have a grade point average GPA of 5.0 in at least two design courses in architectural studies, at either bachelor or master level.

Relevant work experience

Relevant work experience includes work in: architecture, construction, drawing and architectural design. Work experience might occur outside of standard architectural practice, for example working for a council or government body, or consulting company. This will need to be supported with evidence. 

 

Evidence of relevant work experience should include a letter from your employer (and/or previous employers) clearly stating the following:

 

  • That you work (or worked) within the specified organisation
  • The nature of your work, detailing any relevant duties and responsibilities to the entry criteria above
  • The length of time you were in your role/s (i.e demonstrating minimum length for entry) and whether this was full-time, part-time, or casual
  • Any further bespoke conditions listed by the entry criteria

 

Letters will typically be expected to be presented on company letterhead and signed by a manager or HR representative. A CV or resume is not a sufficient document on its own, and must be accompanied by a supporting letter as described above.

 

All applications based on work experience are subject to an individual assessment.

English language requirements

IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

OET is not accepted.

 

There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

Learn how to meet the English language requirements

Student visas

International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Master of Architecture are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).

There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the Genuine Student (GS) requirement.

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Need help meeting the entry requirements?

We can help you meet the academic or English language requirements for your preferred program.

If you haven’t completed the prerequisites, we can help.

Learn about pathway options

Additional application information

Accreditation and recognition of architecture programs is jointly conducted by the Board of Architects of Queensland and the Australian Institute of Architects. The Architects Accreditation Council of Australia (AACA) maintains a listing of all accredited courses in Australia.

Fees and Scholarships

Indicative annual fee

Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.

$8,948

2024

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$8,948

2025

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Approximate yearly cost of full-time tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.

AUD $47,200

2024

Fee information for 2025 is not yet available. Fee information displayed is for 2024.

AUD $47,200

2025

Learn more about postgraduate fees

Additional costs

  • There may be additional course costs associated with travel or materials.
  • Books, technical notes etc (approx $150)
  • Consumables, paper, pens etc (approx $100-200)

Government assistance

Financial aid

As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.

Learn more about financial aid

HECS-HELP

Domestic places in the Master of Architecture are Commonwealth Supported. This means the cost of your education is shared between you and the Australian Government.

Instead of tuition fees, Commonwealth Supported students pay what are called student contribution amounts.

HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their student contribution amounts.

Learn more about HECS-HELP

Centrelink support

Scholarships

You may be eligible for more than 100 scholarships, including:

How to apply

Important dates

The closing date for this program is:

  • To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
  • To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.

To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.

Important dates

The closing date for this program is:

  • To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
  • To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.

To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants

For support with applying – or if you have any questions about university life – get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit.

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