Masters (Coursework)
Develop an in-demand skill set and stand out to future employers with Deakin's Master of Architecture/Master of Construction Management - accelerate your career prospects and gain two qualifications in just three years. You'll gain in-depth knowledge and practical skills in architecture, design, construction and project management, while expanding your options for a diverse career in the built environment industry.
With an emphasis on practical learning, you'll get plenty of hands-on experience in our Geelong Waterfront A+B Studio, where you'll develop innovative construction projects and collaborate on cross-discipline activities. It's an inspiring space to develop your creative processes and practical skills by exploring design, drawing, digital fabrication, measuring, estimating, project management and construction knowledge.
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In the architecture component of this double degree, you'll expand your knowledge in architecture, design and sustainable strategies. You'll develop sought-after skills by exploring critical architectural studies, environmental resiliency, sustainable design, technological advancement and social and theoretical issues, preparing you for contemporary professional practice.
Further enhance your architectural knowledge by learning valuable construction management skills. The construction management component will give you the skills to manage small-to-large projects and in-demand knowledge of construction technology and processes, resource management, law procurement, information technology, environmental management, quantity surveying and construction economics.
You'll graduate with a complimentary skill set and gain a competitive edge to kick start your dream career in the built environment.
The Master of Architecture is an essential step towards becoming a registered architect. After you graduate, you will need to complete two years of work experience under the supervision of a registered architect. Then you'll be eligible to present for registration with the Architects Registration Board of Victoria (ARBV) and the Australian Institute of Architects (AIA).
Deakin's Master of Architecture/Master of Construction Management gives you unique cross-discipline skills to advance your built environment career.
As a graduate, you'll be ready for roles in design, project management and construction management with a wide range of employers, including construction companies, business organisations, government and consulting agencies.
Graduates who wish to pursue a career as a practising architect will be required to complete an additional two years of work experience under the supervision of a registered architect to present for registration with the Architects Registration Board of Victoria (ARBV), Australian Institute of Architects (AIA) and the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia (AACA). Graduates can then pursue a career as a practising architect and work in a private architectural practice, government organisations, property development or other building and design fields.
To complete the Master of Architecture/Master of Construction Management, students must attain 24 credit points, which must include the following. Most students choose to study 4 units per trimester, and usually undertake two trimesters each year.
Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements.
The University aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for approved prior study or informal learning which exceeds the normal entrance requirements for the course and is within the constraints of the course regulations. Students are required to complete a minimum of one-third of the course at Deakin University, or four credit points, whichever is the greater. In the case of certificates, including graduate certificates, a minimum of two credit points within the course must be completed at Deakin.
You can also refer to the Recognition of prior learning system which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree and how to apply for credit.
Recognition of prior learning applicants must comply with the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment rule for admission and selection for postgraduate award (coursework) courses.