Lead the way in a rapidly changing profession that impacts everyone. With UNSW’s Bachelor of Architectural Studies, you’ll learn how to design buildings and places to meet the needs and enhance the experiences of those who inhabit them. Consider space, materials, technologies and the environment to create architecture that improves the lives of people and communities.
Help to shape future environments with a Bachelor of Architectural Studies at UNSW. This three-year degree is internationally recognised for its real-world relevance and research-informed teaching, setting you up with the skills to design spaces that enrich the lives of the people who inhabit them.
Participate in thought-provoking discussions, tackle hands-on projects and complete coursework directly related to the evolving architecture industry. Consider your practical, ethical and moral responsibilities as an architect, learning how architectural design can either promote or hinder sustainability, inclusivity and connectivity in a community. Mixing theory and practice, you’ll dive into the history, theory and science behind architectural design.
If you’re passionate about a career in architecture, our Bachelor of Architectural Studies is a powerful stepping stone. Most of our undergraduate architecture students go on to complete a Master of Architecture at UNSW, which has professional accreditation from the NSW Architects Registration Board and Architects Accreditation Council of Australia (AACA).
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
February 2027
Kensington Campus
UNSW Sydney, High St,
Kensington,
New South Wales,
2052, Sydney, Australia
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
September 2026
Kensington Campus
UNSW Sydney, High St,
Kensington,
New South Wales,
2052, Sydney, Australia
Before applying for a degree, you should first check that we recognise your secondary/tertiary education qualification. This can include:
Secondary education qualifications
Higher education study
Diploma and other post-secondary studies
Foundation studies
an Australian Year 12 in or outside Australia
an International Baccalaureate Diploma
a New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3.
International ATAR
85.0
UNSW Foundation Studies GPA
7.5
Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)
11.0
All applicants must present a minimum of two Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry Scores are calculated from the best two, three, or four A2 Level subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 and E=1.
International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)
32.0
Entry criteria is based on scores required for entry into UNSW in 2024 and are only applicable if the Diploma has been completed. Students currently attempting the IB Diploma or Bilingual Diploma can apply directly to UNSW or through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (after 2016)
1210.0
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) based on the total of evidence-based reading and writing and mathematical test scores. Must be provided in conjunction with evidence of successful completion of senior secondary studies.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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