Master of Architecture
2021 Deakin University Handbook
| Year | 2021 course information |
|---|---|
| Award granted | Master of Architecture |
| Course Map | This course map is for new students commencing from Trimester 1 2021. This course map is for new students commencing from Trimester 2 2021. Course maps for commencement in previous years are available on the Course Maps webpage or please contact a Student Adviser in Student Central. |
| Campus | Offered at Waterfront (Geelong) |
| Cloud Campus | No |
| Duration | 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
| CRICOS course code | 059382E Waterfront (Geelong) |
| Deakin course code | S700 |
| Approval status | This course is approved by the University under the Higher Education Standards Framework. |
| Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition | The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 9. |
The final intake to this course version was in 2021. Students should contact a Student Adviser in Student Central for course and enrolment information. Further course structure information can be found in the Handbook archive. | |
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Indicative student workload
- Professional recognition
- Career opportunities
- Participation requirements
- Mandatory student checks
- Fees and charges
- Course Learning Outcomes
- Course rules
- Course structure
- Other learning experiences
Course overview
The Master of Architecture expands your knowledge in architecture, design and innovative strategies through creativity. You will develop skills through advanced study of critical architectural futures and its integration of current cultural studies, environmental resiliency, sustainable design, technological advancement and social and theoretical issues. This prepares you for contemporary professional practice.
You’ll also undertake studies of ethical, evaluative and research frameworks which underpin the architecture field.
You’ll have access to Deakin’s impressive a+b studio, open 24/7, providing an open plan space to work collaboratively and develop your projects.
Fabricate models in our state-of-the-art architecture workshop and experiment with technology, materials and processes. The workshop is fully equipped with 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC routers and traditional tools and machinery.
Want to gain advanced practical skills through real-world projects?
You will also have the opportunity to work closely with construction management students, creating a multidisciplinary learning experience that stands out to potential employers. Graduates of the Master of Architecture may find employment opportunities in private architectural practices, government organisations and private companies in property development, building and design.
The Master of Architecture is an important step in progressing you towards becoming a registered architect. Upon graduation and the completion of two years of work experience under the supervision of a registered architect, you will then be eligible to present for registration with the Architects Registration Board of Victoria and the Australian Institute of Architects.
Our location in Geelong gives us a unique environment to explore urban and regional issues at multiple scales of projects. We are positioned to connect the city to regional Victoria through our learning experiences and research, creating opportunities to examine our community’s sustainability and resiliency through our design-based investigations.
Indicative student workload
You can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include classes, seminars, workshops, site visits and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.
Professional recognition
This course is accredited (within Australia) by the Australian Institute of Architects, the Architects Registration Board of Victoria and the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia.
This course has been validated and recognised by the Board of Architects Malaysia to be included on their 'List of Recognised Architectural Programmes'.
Career opportunities
Graduates will be required to complete an additional two years of work experience under the supervision of a registered architect in order to present for registration with the Architects Registration Board of Victoria and the Australian Institute of Architects.
Participation requirements
Students are required to complete units in Trimester 3.
Elective units may be selected that include compulsory placements, work-based training, community-based learning or collaborative research training arrangements.
Reasonable adjustments to participation and other course requirements will be made for students with a disability. Click here for more information.
Mandatory student checks
Any unit which contains work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, Working with Children Check or other check.
Income support
Domestic students enrolled in certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student payment through Youth Allowance and Austudy.
Further information can be found at Deakin’s Current Students website.
Fees and charges
Fees and charges vary depending on your course, the type of fee place you hold, your commencement year and your study load. To find out about the fees and charges that apply to you, visit the Current students fees website or our handy Fee estimator to help estimate your tuition fees.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes | Course Learning Outcomes |
| Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities | Create an architectural design through the exercise of knowledge, imagination and judgement in the context of economic, social, cultural and environmental responsibility. Plan and execute a substantial research project to show capacity for specialised knowledge in architectural contexts and thereby demonstrate the ability to continue professional development and/or scholarship. Use initiative to integrate well-developed knowledge of architectural history, theory, technology and practice to design, develop and manage architecture projects from project brief to architectural resolution and thereby demonstrate professionalism as an architectural graduate. |
| Communication | Communicate clearly, professionally and responsibly in a variety of interpersonal contexts using oral, written and visual communication modes to inform, motivate and persuade specialist and non specialist audiences about architectural ideas, decisions and predicted built outcomes. Imagine, conceive and represent ideas using the language of architecture, its codes and conventions to reflect on possibilities, and progress and resolve solutions within a design process. Demonstrate the capacity to listen, learn and engage with a variety of participants and contributing influences in architectural projects to mediate and collaboratively resolve issues and negotiate design complexity. |
| Digital literacy | Apply well-developed research, ideation and technical information literacy skills to independently locate, interpret and evaluate information content in a digital world. Disseminate creative and logical proposals using appropriate digital technologies relevant to architecture practice. |
| Critical thinking | Selectively use linear, critical, logical and/or lateral mechanisms to analyse different forms of information; manipulate and transform information to propose possible solutions and thereby demonstrate the capacity for reflection in action for professional practice in architecture. Use reflection and judgement supported by a body of knowledge in order to efficiently formulate a strategy or argument appropriate to a theoretical, contextual, creative and/or technical architectural situation. Apply independent thought and capacity for analysis and synthesis of a particular area of discipline knowledge through coherent and focussed research practice. |
| Problem solving | Effectively research and Identify theoretical, cultural, social, technical and environmental architectural problems to establish a sound basis for project inception in familiar and unfamiliar contexts. Use a well-developed body of knowledge to justify, argue and persuade the significance, causes and consequences of architectural problems, and use a methodical approach to formulate potential solutions. |
| Self-management | Accumulate and document specialist knowledge of architecture theories, processes and practice using the frameworks of methodical research, creative activity and capacity for reflection on action to demonstrate responsibility for professional learning. |
| Teamwork | Apply interpersonal skills to interact, contribute and collaborate in team learning activities and to enhance project potential through shared individual and collective knowledge and creative capacity to optimise complex problem resolution. |
| Global citizenship | Formulate architectural responses through concern for economic, cultural, social and ethical values inherent in human landscape while consciously integrating quantitative and qualitative perspectives. Engage with global traditions and current trends in architectural practice in order to appreciate diversity, seek equity in outcomes and adopt ethical and professional standards. |
Approved by Faculty Board 27 June 2019
Course rules
To complete the Master of Architecture, students must attain 16 credit points, which must include the following. Most students choose to study 4 units per trimester, and usually undertake two trimesters each year.
The course comprises a total of 16 credit points, which must include the following:
- 9 core units (12 credit points)
- 4 course elective units (four credit points - chosen from the available list)
- Completion of SRA710 Safety Induction Program (0-credit point compulsory unit)
- Completion of STP050 Academic Integrity (0-credit point compulsory unit)
Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements. Click here for more information.
Course structure
Core
| SRA710 | Safety Induction Program (0 credit points) |
| STP050 | Academic Integrity (0 credit points) |
| SRD763 | Architectural Design Master Studio A (2 credit points)‡ |
| SRD742 | Architectural Design Master Studio B (2 credit points)‡ |
| SRD765 | Architectural Design and Resolution |
| SRD741 | Architectural Design Research Studio ‡ |
| SRD766 | Architecture Masterclass Studio (2 credit points) |
| SRA743 | Critical Futures |
| SRT750 | Sustainable Futures ‡ |
| SRM750 | Built Environment Professional Practice |
| SRR782 | Research Methodology ‡ |
‡ Not available from 2022, replacement units are as follows:
| If student has not completed..... | .....then they will complete instead |
| SRD763 - Architectural Design Master Studio A (2 credit points) | SRD753 - Architecture Design: Graduate Studio and SRC724 - Architecture Communication: Advanced |
| SRD741 - Architectural Design Research Studio | SRR723 - Reading Architecture |
| SRD742 - Architectural Design Master Studio B (2 credit points) | SRD754 - Architecture Design: Comprehensive Studio (2 credit points) |
| SRT750 - Sustainable Futures | SRT751 - Integrated Building Technology |
| SRR782 - Research Methodology | SRD755 Architecture Research: Masterclass Preparation Note: Students enrolled in S700 who commenced prior to 2022, are strongly recommended to undertake SRD755 Architecture Research: Masterclass Preparation prerequisites (SRD753 Architecture Design: Graduate Studio, SRR723 Reading Architecture, SRT751 Integrated Building Technology) where space is available. Where this is not possible students should contact Student Central and seek approval of exemption from SRD753, SRR723, and/or SRT751 by the Course Director. |
Course Elective units:
Students must select 4 credit points of course elective units from the list below:
| SRT757 | Building Systems and Environment |
| SRV799 | Integrated Project Management |
| SRM772 | Built Environment Practical Assessment |
| SRR767 | Built Environment Study Tour |
| SRQ762 | Cost Planning and Economics |
| SRR711 | Thesis (2 credit points)^ |
| SRD764 | Urban Design Studio |
| SRD760 | Geo-Planning and Design |
^ Students intending to apply for entry into Higher Degree by Research may be required to complete SRR711 Thesis.
Course duration - additional information
Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as accessing or completing work placements.
Further information
Student Central can help you with course planning, choosing the right units and explaining course rules and requirements.
- Contact Student Central
Other learning experiences
You may choose to use one of your elective units to participate in a study tour to enhance your global architectural awareness and experience. You will also have an opportunity to contribute to the student led, designed and managed end of year curated exhibition - PaperSpace.