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165810 v.6 Bachelor of Applied Science (Architectural Science)


BAppSc(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 003868A
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 3 Years

Introduction

This course is the prerequisite for entry into the Bachelor of Architecture degree. It provides broad based education of three years duration allowing mobility between other architecture courses within Australia, providing access to other postgraduate study at masters level. Students not intending to continue studies may use the knowledge gained in this course to seek employment within the architectural profession or building industry.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

None.

Specific Requirements

Non-TEE students are advised to contact the School to arrange an interview where they may be required to present a folio. STAT elements considered are E and V and Q.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

The course is three years full-time or equivalent part-time study. Part-time students are required to complete units in a prescribed sequence and must obtain approval to study part-time. Requirements for corequisites may be waived in some cases for part-time students. Applicants with the Bachelor of Applied Science (Interior Architecture) degree may also graduate from this degree by successful completion of an approved sequence of units.

Professional Recognition

This course does not qualify the holder for registration as an architect or for Associate Membership of the Royal Australian Institute of Architects.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

12791 v.3   Design Communication 101 2.0 12.5
1632 v.6   Architecture and Culture 101 3.0 25.0
7557 v.7   Building Technology 101 3.0 12.5
7558 v.10   Architecture/Interior Architecture Design 101 6.5 37.5
7580 v.7   Communication Principles 111 2.0 12.5
  100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

12792 v.2   Ecologically Sustainable Design 102 2.0 12.5
12793 v.3   Design Communication 102 4.0 25.0
7559 v.9   Architecture/Interior Architecture Design 102 6.5 37.5
7569 v.7   Architecture and Culture 102 2.0 12.5
7577 v.7   Building Technology 102 3.0 12.5
  100.0

Year 2 Semester 1

2984 v.7   Building Science 201 2.0 12.5
6856 v.4   Architecture and Culture 201 2.0 12.5
7578 v.8   Building Technology 201 4.0 25.0
8384 v.3   Architectural Design 201 6.5 37.5
8497 v.5   Computer Aided Design 201 2.0 12.5
  100.0

Year 2 Semester 2

2985 v.7   Building Technology 202 3.0 25.0
6848 v.4   Architectural Techniques 202 2.0 12.5
6851 v.4   Architecture and Culture 202 2.0 12.5
7553 v.9   Building Science 202 2.0 12.5
8385 v.3   Architectural Design 202 6.5 37.5
  100.0

Year 3 Semester 1

3836 v.7   Building Technology 301 4.0 25.0
7550 v.9   Architecture and Culture 301 2.0 12.5
7554 v.10   Building Science 301 3.0 25.0
9521 v.3   Architectural Design 301 6.5 37.5
  100.0

Year 3 Semester 2

3837 v.7   Building Science 302 2.0 12.5
7579 v.6   Building Technology 302 2.0 12.5
9522 v.3   Architectural Design 302 6.5 37.5
9684 v.12   Architecture and Culture 302 2.0 12.5
  SELECT 1 ELECTIVE   25.0
  100.0
 

Availability

Year Location   All* Internal Partially Online Internal^ External Fully Online#
2005 Bentley Campus Semester 1   Y      
2005 Bentley Campus Semester 2   Y      

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.



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