About Graduate Diploma In Architecture in Bond University

The Graduate Diploma in Architecture is a pathway qualification for students who have already completed an undergraduate degree in a field other than architecture. Students study for 2 semesters full time to acquire foundation knowledge in design, history, construction technology, communications, and urban sustainability. After completion of the Graduate Diploma in Architecture, approved students may then continue on to the accredited Master of Architecture (SD-93017) four-semester professional program. Students may commence the program in either January or May. The Graduate Diploma is delivered in a creative studio-based environment focusing heavily upon design through hands-on and digital making with state-of-the-art tools. Project-based design studios focus upon real-world scenarios with specific attention to fundamentals of architectural design including materiality, landscape, and/or spatial atmospheres. Graduates will display foundation skills in architectural design that are creative, critical, analytical, and spatial, as well as basic historical, theoretical, climate/environmental, technical and disciplinary knowledge from core studies. Both digital and by-hand skills in drawing, physical making, and rapid prototyping are introduced in workshops, seminars, and studios. This program is intended for students who have creative design ability and wish to ultimately pursue a career in architecture or related field. Students will come from a diverse range of backgrounds, making the experience of the Graduate Diploma of Architecture one that is highly interdisciplinary and diverse in terms of the age, background, and experience levels of the student cohort. 

Academic qualification equivalents

• Successful graduation from an academic secondary school program or equivalent (For most countries, the same academic preparation as is required for university entrance in that country is required for consideration. 
• Program-Specific Prerequisite courses completed at the senior level (e.g. Grade 12);

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS:  score 7.0 (No sub score less than 6.5)
• TOEFL: iBT 79
• PTE: 65

Bond University Highlights

Bond University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

The tuition fee per semester (In AUD) for international students is tabulated below:

On-campus accommodation cost PER SEMESTER (In AUD) is given below:

Off-Campus Costs (In AUD) for a student on a weekly basis are -

Bond University Application Process

Applicants can apply for the Bond University admissions by January 8, May 21 and September 10 for different enrollment sessions. The admission decision is relayed within 2 weeks after the deadlines.

• Application Portal: Apply to Bond; for Medical programs apply through QTAC in January.
• Application fee: NO FEE
• Supporting Documents and Eligibility:
  • Application form
  • Certified copy of certificates from high school/college/university
  • CV/Resume
  • Official translation of transcripts if not in English
  • Employment experience statement (if applicable)
  • Copy of passport
  • Additional course-specific requirements
  • Letter from principal certifying medium of instruction was English OR
  • English language proficiency scores: