Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne · Melbourne · Hawthorn Campus John Street Hawthorn Swinburne University · Engineering, IT & Computing
IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
Qualifications Admission to the Master of Architecture will require one of the following: • successful completion of the Swinburne Bachelor of Design (Architecture); or • successful completion of the Swinburne Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with a major in Architecture; or • successful completion of the Swinburne Bachelor of Design (Interior Architecture) (Honours) with an advanced minor in Architecture; or • successful completion of another three year undergraduate architectural course*. * In the case of completing another three year undergraduate architectural course, applications will be assessed using a Range of Criteria. These would include (but not be limited to): • a pre-selection kit requiring submission of an on-line portfolio (between 10 and 20 pages), a personal statement and university transcripts ** • a review of prior learning in relation to the Swinburne Bachelor of Design (Architecture) will be necessary, and supplemental transitionary classes may be required. **Pre-selection kit: Applicants are required to submit a portfolio of between 10 and 20 pages, which must address architecture- and/or urban design-related questions and include visual examples; and provide a 200-400 word written statement, the prompts for which can be found on the application portal. Other requirements Your Portfolio In your portfolio, we are looking for evidence of your ability to think spatially, critically and creatively, as well as the desire to design and build things. In assessing your portfolio, we would like to see your ability to conceptualize and develop ideas. As well as finished outcomes, we are also interested in concept sketches, 3D models or working drawings that display your thinking process. Your portfolio will be assessed according to the following criteria: • conceptual thinking and level of ambition in your projects; • spatial thinking, planning and a sense of scale; • digital and analogue communication skills, including the use of architectural drawing conventions; and • construction and environmental technology. Think carefully about how you present your portfolio as we will also consider how you structure your content into a clear, compelling story about yourself and your passion for, and commitment to, architecture and urban design. All work must be original. All images must be clearly labelled. In the case of work that has involved others, such as group work or work with a design practice, clearly indicate what your contribution was. Portfolios will be reviewed on a standard computer screen. Please ensure legibility accordingly. To submit your portfolio, you’ll need to complete your online application first. We’ll then send you a link so you can upload your portfolio to Slide Room. Admission requirements Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place. See admission requirements for general information about the admission process.
Master of Architecture is a masters course at Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne in Melbourne, Victoria. It is listed as 2 years of study. Annual tuition is listed at AUD 49,330 for 2027 (indicative). The published English requirement is IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6).
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Melbourne · Hawthorn Campus John Street Hawthorn Swinburne University
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne · Hawthorn Campus John Street Hawthorn Swinburne University
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne · Hawthorn Campus John Street Hawthorn Swinburne University
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne · Hawthorn Campus John Street Hawthorn Swinburne University
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne · Hawthorn Campus John Street Hawthorn Swinburne University
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