Develop an independent and creative approach to building design with a Bachelor of Building Design at Victoria University (VU). 

In this unique building design degree, you’ll use innovative processes and practices of an architectural design studio to solve problems creatively, and determine solutions for a better future.

Modern computer labs, design studios, site visits and interaction with industry practitioners will take you into 'real life' situations with industry briefs. You’ll also learn about the cultural, social, technical and sustainable issues that are associated with the built environment.

Take advantage of the huge scope of work available to building designers, with Australia’s construction industry booming and only 5% of homes being designed by registered architects. In this three-year Bachelor of Building Design, you will study and develop skills in:

• building design (architectural)
• building legislation and auditing
• building codes
• environmentally sustainable construction techniques and materials
• building services
• professional practice and communication.

To attain the Bachelor of Building Design, students will be required to complete 288 credit points consisting of:

• 96 credit points First Year Core studies;
• 192 credit points Professional Core and Capstone studies.

Become a highly-valued professional working within the fast-growing construction industry ready to work closely with other professional disciplines, industry groups and development authorities.

With a Bachelor of Building Design, you’ll open doors to a wide range of employment opportunities within both the public and private sectors. You’ll be equipped to work as a self-employed entrepreneur or take on roles working with:

• architects
• building proprietors contractors
• developers
• engineers
• government bodies
• consultancy practices
• corporations with large building portfolios.

VU’s Bachelor of Building Design fulfils the knowledge component required to register with:

• VBA: within the Draftsperson category of building practitioner registration: Building Design (Architectural)/Building Design (Interior)
• BDAA: within the Medium Rise and Open Categories of the BDAA Accreditation Program. 

Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent).

IELTS (Academic module): Overall score of 6.0 (no band less than 6.0)

TOEFL Internet: Overall score of 67 (Listening 12, Speaking 18, Reading 15, Writing 21)

Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 50 (no section score less than 50)

University of Cambridge - Advanced (CAE): Overall score of 169. No individual band less than 169.

VU English - English for Academic Purposes (EAP) (Level 4): achieved.