Architecture at the University of Newcastle is different. Our program is grounded and future-focused, shaping students who care for Country, who are motivated by social and ecological issues, and who explore their potential as agents for change.

Our students develop a broad range of skills actively through design projects. In our applied learning framework, you will spend most of your time—more than other NSW programs—in studio, with options for undertaking an array of briefs as well as exciting, special elective projects. We are committed to developing the best learning experience for our unique student cohort and working collectively to create a vibrant and engaged design community that centres on our Architectural Design Studio, Workshop, and Makerspace.

We are focused on creating inquisitive, agile, and skilled graduates, confident to play key roles in transforming the architectural field you will enter. To reflect the diverse forms of practice architects are now engaged in, our program is designed to help you become the architect you want to be. You will participate in a range of projects, both guided and self-directed, with the option to pursue a year-long, final project of your own conception.

Keeping pace with progressive architecture schools around the world, the University of Newcastle's Master of Architecture is studio-based; dedicated to projects that allow for engaged, integrated and applied forms of architectural practice. You’ll spend more time in the studio than you would at any other University in NSW.

To reflect the diverse forms of practice architects are now engaged in through their working lives, our program is designed to help you become the architect you want to be. You will participate in a range of projects, both guided and self-directed.

2024 Program Handbook

Refer to the program handbook for details of the complete program structure, course requirements and availability.

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he University of Newcastle’s Master of Architecture is well regarded by industry for its emphasis on preparing students for the working reality of practicing architecture.

Providing you with a range of architectural skills and knowledge, upon successful completion of this advanced program you can look forward to a diverse range of career opportunities in areas including:

• Architectural practice
• Advocacy and community work
• Government and non-government agencies
• Research
• Construction
• Project management
• Property development
• Town planning
• Infrastructure planning
• Overseas aid

Career examples include:

• Architect
• Construction Manager
• Infrastructure Planner
• Overseas Aid Worker
• Private and Commercial Practice
• Project Manager
• Property Developer
• Researcher
• Town Planner

Applicants must have successfully completed a Bachelor of Design (Architecture) program, or approved equivalent in order to apply for entry. Mid-year entry is now available in this program.

TOEFL paper-based test score of 550; TOEFL internet based score of 79; IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5; PTE GSE score of 58; Cambridge English: Advanced score of 58.