Bachelor of Architectural Design
Charles Darwin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00300K
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.
Structure
A candidate must successfully complete units totalling 240 credit points as detailed below. All units are valued at 10 credit points unless otherwise indicated.
Subjects
- ARD101 Architectural Design 1 - Materiality (20cp)
- ARD102 Architectural Design 2 - Ecology (20cp)
- ARD161 Building Technology 1
- ARD172 Environmental Building Design
- ARD201 Architectural Design 3 - Theory (20cp)
- ARD202 Architectural Design 4 - Urban (20cp)
- ARD221 Architecture: History, Theory and Practice 1
- ART231 Architectural Documentation
- ARD262 Building Technology 2
- ARD301 Architectural Design 5 - Public (20cp)
- ARD302 Architectural Design 6 - Capstone (20cp)
- ARD321 Architecture: History, Theory and Practice 2
- ARD322 Architecture: History, Theory and Practice 3
- ARD362 Building Technology 3
Standard entry requirements
- Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*.
- Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
- Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
- Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
- Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140.
- Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognised tertiary preparation course.
- Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casuarina |
| No |
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| CDU Online |
| No |
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