紐卡斯爾大學

Quietly change the world.

Our design students learn about more than the art, technology and business of architecture - we challenge them to think laterally and explore their potential as agents for change. University of Newcastle architects don't just learn to design and shape the physical spaces of our cities and buildings; they study how to use architecture to stimulate the places we live and work, engage the community and improve our world.

Once a heavy industry hub, Newcastle is shifting into a creative innovation Centre, offering a unique space for resourceful, transformative architectural practice. Through live projects in our city and beyond, you’ll develop design principles that emphasize social, economic and environmental sustainability. You’ll invest time in developing a deep understanding of each site you work on. You will become a consultative problem solver, remaining engaged with our challenging future, learning how to develop human and purposeful architecture.

What you will study

Spend more time in the studio. At the University of Newcastle more than half of your design courses are dedicated to architecture studio work, working on a range of practical and often ‘live’ projects – from houses to public buildings. You’ll study a range of courses in architecture, analyze and research our city environments and natural landscapes, prepare your design proposals as drawings and models, then discuss and present your ideas in small groups with dedicated staff. In your courses you’ll learn about:

the architectural site as landscape

construction and detailing of buildings

sustainable design practices

communication in the built environment

construction technology and ecology

digital and parametric design processes

making conceptual and realistic models in our workshop

Career opportunities

On completion of this degree you’ll be able to work as an architectural technician, drafter, manager, facilitator or designer in public and private architectural practices and associated creative industries.

In addition to careers in private architectural practice, opportunities include careers in:

• local, state and federal government
• overseas aid and support
• infrastructure planning research
• journalism
• criticism
• restoration and conservation.