Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)

About the course

Passionate about architectural design? Interested in construction? Prepare for a creative career as a building designer or architectural drafts-person with our course in building design. With a strong focus on digital applications, construction and sustainability, our course equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to become a valuable asset in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering and Construction) industry.

You will:

learn about design history, sustainable design, planning regulations and codes
study in a flexible environment, with evening part time or day full time options available
learn from skilled industry experts who are practising designers and architects
have access to our multi-million dollar hub with the latest in technology
be undertaking live projects equipping you with the skills to be work ready

By studying with us, you will also have the option to take up a guaranteed pathway into the Bachelor of Design (Architecture) through our partnership with Swinburne University. No ATAR required!

Course Details

Intake Dates & Course Length
Career Outcomes
Entry Requirements
Pathways & Accreditation
Fees & Finance Options
Course Structure
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Fri, 03 May 2024 04:00:32 GMT

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Intake Dates & Course Length

Full time: minimum 2 years
Part time: minimum 3 years

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Career Outcomes

Architectural Technicians/Draftspersons for Architects
Building Contractors
Building Designers
building management professionals in commercial enterprises or government departments

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Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

PRE-TRAINING REVIEW - to assist prospective students to determine whether a course is suitable and appropriate for the individual needs, Box Hill Institute will assess all students’ language, literacy and numeracy and digital literacy by asking you to undertake a self-assessment review prior to the enrolment. A course advisor will discuss the outcomes of the review and make recommendations about whether the course is suitable for you, and identify additional support where required.

Pathways & Accreditation

Our graduates are guaranteed a pathway into Swinburne University’s Bachelor of Design (Architecture) course (a three year course equalling 300 points). Being a Box Hill Institute graduate could mean you have your first year of the Swinburne degree exempt and are credited 100 points. This means, when you finish at Swinburne, you will have two qualifications, the Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) and the Bachelor of Design (Architecture).

This course is government accredited and has national recognition

The qualification is aligned with the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) level 6

Fees & Finance Options

This training is provided with funds made available by the Commonwealth and Victorian Governments.

	Government Subsidised Standard	Full Fee
Tuition Fee	$14,034	$31,035
Service & Amenity Fee	$544	$544
Material Fee	$1,141	$1,141
Retain Course Items	$90	$90
Total Course Estimate	$15,809	$32,810
Payable Estimate (at commencement)	$8,571	$17,772

Service & Amenity Fee may vary depending on course commencement and enrolment duration. Retain Course Items are purchased once by the student prior to commencing. Those items then become the property of the student. Fees listed are at 2024 rates and may increase annually over the duration of delivery. The student tuition fees listed are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. For more information please contact our Course Advisors on 1300 BOX HILL.

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