Bachelor of Architectural Design

The Bachelor of Architectural Design emphasizes the design studio as central to the curriculum with supporting history and theory, communication, materials and construction and environmental design units. The course is structured to develop theoretical knowledge, design proficiency, and communication techniques applicable to architecture and the built environment; including the practical skills of computer aided design for the preparation of architectural design and documentation drawings. Each semester builds on the knowledge and skills gained in the previous semester applied to projects of increasing complexity across the three years. There is particular emphasis placed on the environmental design for architecture in tropical, desert and temperate climates.

Why study arts at CDU?

Future-proof your career when you study arts with us. You’ll learn to think critically and creatively in a rapidly changing world. Our courses are highly flexible and tailored to fit your interests and career goals, whether you study Indigenous governance and policy, creative and digital arts, communications, architectural design, or one of many other majors.

• #2 in Australia for creative arts starting salaries (GUG 2024)
• #4 in Australia for humanities employment outcomes (GUG 2024)
• Learn from leaders in Indigenous and Asia Pacific knowledge, with close ties to important research initiatives
• Choose to study online, on campus, part-time or full-time as it suits you