Postgraduate Bridging Program (Architecture) (3768)
- Western Sydney University Program Code: 3768
- AQF Level: OT
CRICOS Code: 0101773
This program applies to students who commenced in 2020 or later.
The bridging program is designed for students who wish to pursue postgraduate study in Architecture but don’t have a current undergraduate degree in Architecture.
Through studio based projects, industry placements, site visits and exposure to industry professionals, students will develop career relevant skills and insights to apply to their postgraduate study. Areas of foundational knowledge addressed in the program include architectural design, architectural history, construction technology, building regulations, urban studies, professional practice, professional communication, environmental sustainability and social responsibility.
Parts of this program may be taught at the Parramatta City - Hassall St campus or at the Parramatta South campus.
Study Mode
One year full-time, two years part-time.
Program Advice
Prospective students should visit the following websites for general enquiries about this program.
Enquire about this program| Local Admission | International Admission |
Location
| Campus | Attendance | Mode | Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parramatta City Campus-Macquarie Street | Full Time | Internal | See above |
| Parramatta City Campus-Macquarie Street | Part Time | Internal | See above |
Minimum admission requirements to this course are
A Bachelor degree or higher in any discipline with a minimum GPA of 5 or above
And
Submit a portfolio showing your past creative work, a short CV and a statement why you are interested in the program
Additional Information
Portfolio (PDF only) formatting and content requirements
- Maximum 5MB file size
- Colour or black and white
- A4 portrait or landscape
- No embedded hyperlinks. Static files only. No security or password protection on the file Cover sheet with your name, email address, and phone number and 100-word maximum description of the creative content, explanation of any exceptional circumstances, and articulation of why the field of architecture is of interest
- Save the PDF file using the following name format: PGBP_Arch_SURNAME_FIRSTNAME_portfolio.pdf
For example, PGBP_Arch _SMITH_JOHN_portfolio.pdf
You must upload your portfolio, CV and statement to your UAC application or via direct application through the Western Sydney portal.
Refer to the Western Closing Dates page for application deadlines
https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/dates/closing_dates
Do not email documents to WSU.
Where any work is authored by more than just the applicant, this needs to be clearly identified and credited (such as collaborative projects).
Shortlisted applicants may be invited to attend an Interview.
Applications from Australian and New Zealand citizens and holders of permanent resident visas may be made via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or directly through the Western Portal. Use the links below to apply via UAC or Western Sydney University. Applications made directly to Western Sydney do not have an application fee.
http://www.uac.edu.au/
https://westernsydney.uac.edu.au/ws/
Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Local applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website. Local applicants applying directly to the University should also use the information provided on the UAC website.
All other International applicants must apply directly to the University via the International Office.
International students applying to the University through the International Office can find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on their website.
Overseas qualifications must be deemed by the Australian Education International - National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR) to be equivalent to Australian qualifications in order to be considered by UAC and Western Sydney University.
Recommended sequence
This non-award bridging program requires the successful completion of 80 credit points which include the subjects listed in the recommended sequence below.
Parts of these units may be taught at the Parramatta City - Hassall St campus or at the Parramatta South campus.
Start Year Intake
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Autumn session | Credit Points | |
| ARCH 2001 | Architecture Studio - Fundamentals of Analogue Design | 20 |
| BLDG 1015 | Residential Building | 10 |
| ENGR 1038 | Design Graphics: Presenting Innovation | 10 |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Spring session | ||
| ARCH 4001 | Architecture Studio: Urban Architecture | 20 |
| CIVL 4003 | Construction Technology 5 (Envelope) | 10 |
| BLDG 1014 | Non-Residential Building | 10 |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Total Credit Points | 80 | |
Mid-year Intake
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring session | Credit Points | |
| ARCH 2002 | Architecture Studio - Fundamentals of Digital Design | 20 |
| BLDG 1015 | Residential Building | 10 |
| BLDG 1014 | Non-Residential Building | 10 |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Autumn session | ||
| ARCH 4001 | Architecture Studio: Urban Architecture | 20 |
| ENGR 1038 | Design Graphics: Presenting Innovation | 10 |
| CIVL 4003 | Construction Technology 5 (Envelope) | 10 |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Total Credit Points | 80 | |