Graduate Diploma in Design Studies

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Graduate Diploma in Design Studies

Campus North Terrace Campus

Degree Type Graduate Diploma

Duration 1 year full-time or part-time equiv.

SATAC Code 3GD005

2011
ATAR N/A

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Program Outline

No new admissions into this program.

* There will be no further intake of this program from 2012. Please contact the School of Architecture, Landscape Architecture & Urban Design (architecture.enquiries@adelaide.edu.au or 831 35836) for more details.

This program is intended for graduates from other disciplines who wish to pursue studies of design in the built environment. The two-semester Graduate Diploma in Design Studies can be taken alone or as the first part of the professionally accredited academic program of Master of Architecture (Coursework).
Program Structure

The emphasis is upon the knowledge, skills and context within which architectural practice takes place. Courses include urban sustainability, history and theory of architecture, and technology in design. They also develop skills in architectural design and the communication of design through graphics, including computer-aided design. The courses of the GradDip program map directly onto the Level II and Level III core courses of the Bachelor of Design Studies (with an architectural studies major) program to provide the required assumed knowledge for entry to the Master of Architecture (Coursework) program. The Grad.Dip. and BDesSt students share classes and work together on team projects.

The Graduate Diploma can be taken either full-time (one year) or part-time (two years). There are three 6-unit courses and two 3-unit courses in the GradDip - three that map onto Level II BDesSt core courses and two that map onto Level III BDesSt courses. Students taking the GradDip over two years would be expected to take the equivalent Level II BDesSt in the first year of enrolment, and the equivalent Level III BDesSt courses in the second year.
Assessment

Projects, assignments, quizzes, essays, class participation, attendance at field studies.
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domestic applicant
international applicant
international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results

Domestic applicants

Not a domestic applicant?

SATAC Code	3GD005
Annual tuition fees	Australian Full-fee place: $19,500
Mid-year entry?	No
Enquiries	Student Centre

Selection Criteria

Alternative entry pathways

VET applicants
You must have a completed Bachelors degree or equivalent; or, a completed VET Degree with 2 years relevant work experience; or, a completed VET Diploma/Advanaced Diploma with 10 years relevant work experience. All applicants must submit a written statement and design portfolio to the School. Applicants with VET qualifications only must also submit a Curriculum Vitae.

Additional Entry Requirements

Applicants must submit to the School of Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Urban Design a written statement, design portfolio and Curriculum Vitae.

How to Apply

SATAC Code: 3GD005

Apply through SATAC SATAC application dates Application and Admission

International applicants

Not an international applicant?

IELTS Overall	6 [more info]
Annual tuition fees	International student place: $24,500
Mid-year entry?	No
Enquiries	Student Centre

Selection Criteria

Graduate entry only

Equivalent Scores

IELTS

Overall

Reading

Listening

Speaking

Writing

5.5

Additional Entry Requirements

Applicants must submit to the International Office a portfolio of own work (in hard copy or CD/DVD) demonstrating manual-graphic skills and ability through freehand drawing or sketches, skills in relevant design-related areas, as well as familiarity using a Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software package.

How to Apply

Application information for international students

Important application deadlines for international students

International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?

Annual tuition fees	International student place: $24,500
Mid-year entry?	No
Enquiries	Student Centre

Selection Criteria

Graduate entry only

The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2012 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.

Courses (12 units)
DESST 6018: Technology in Design IV (6 units) DESST 6024: Architecture Histories and Theories IV DESST 6025: Landscape Architecture Histories and Theories IV DESST 6020: Design for Sustainable Community IV DESST 6022: Architecture Design Studio IV

Career Opportunities

Practice as an architect, Project Manager or Project Administrator, after completion of Master of Architecture (Coursework).

Potential careers

Architect
Graduate Attributes

School of Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Urban Design Postgraduate Program Graduate Attributes
Program Rules

School of Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Urban Design Postgraduate Program Rules
Further Information

Please direct enquiries to the Student Centre
Phone: +61 8 8313 7335 (toll free 1800 061 459)

The annual Open Day and Information Night events provide an excellent opportunity to see our campus, meet with academics, and discuss your study options.
Useful Links
School of Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Urban Design
Faculty of the Professions

* There will be no further intake of this program from 2012. Please contact the School of Architecture, Landscape Architecture & Urban Design (architecture.enquiries@adelaide.edu.au or 831 35836) for more details.

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Last updated: Thursday, 10 Nov 2011

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