Master of Architecture

The course is offered on a two-year, full-time or part-time equivalent basis.

Full time, on campus
Part time, on campus

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have one of the following:

• Completed UTS Bachelor of Design in Architecture, UTS Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Architecture (Architectural Studies for Interior Architecture), or UTS Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Architecture (Architectural Studies for Landscape Architects) with:
  • a minimum GPA of 5.5/7, or
  • a minimum GPA between 5 and 5.49/7 AND A portfolio AND Design or related experience AND An interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in the Master of Architecture

OR

• Completed any other Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in Design in Architecture with a minimum GPA of 5/7 AND A portfolio AND Design or related experience AND An interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in the Master of Architecture

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants who need to demonstrate design or related experience:

• Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of service in one of the following formats:
  • A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
  • A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
  • A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
  • An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
  • A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)

For applicants who need to demonstrate interest in the course:

• Personal statement (300 words) outlining capability, commitment, and motivation for studying the course.

Portfolio is submitted as a digital portfolio in PDF format consisting of 3-5 architectural projects from previous studies at a university level which emphasise prior individual academic work over related professional work and should include:

• Conceptual design processes and thinking (including a written project description, applicant must note individual or group work)
• Design development (evidence of design process)
• Physical model making
• Construction drawings and detailing (must be own work)
• Visual representation (demonstration of 3D graphic technique)

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential to the successful completion of a course. For more information about inherent requirements and where prospective and current students can get assistance and advice regarding these, see the UTS Inherent requirements page.

Prospective and current students should carefully read the Inherent Requirements Statement below and consider whether they might experience challenges in successfully completing this course.

UTS will make reasonable adjustments to teaching and learning, assessment, professional experiences, course related work experience and other course activities to facilitate maximum participation by students with disabilities, carer responsibilities, and religious or cultural obligations in their courses.

For course specific information see the Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building Inherent (Essential) Requirements Statement.

Scholarships

Prizes and awards

The Master of Architecture is a qualification accepted for candidates seeking to take the professional examination of the NSW Architects Registration Board and Royal Australian Institute of Architects (RAIA), as a prerequisite for registration under the provision of the Architects Act administered by the NSW Architects Registration Board, and to professional membership of the institute.