Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Professional), Major in Architectural

Overview

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Professional) is designed to equip you with skills, knowledge and industry connections in your engineering field of choice. Choose from a host of majors and undertake industry-linked projects in your chosen field every semester. Plus, gain full-time insight into engineering in a real-world setting with a 12-month paid work placement.

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Your major

Architectural

This major combines structural and environmental building engineering with architectural creativity. You'll be creating the buildings of tomorrow in both on-site class and unique industry placements. Learn the practice and theory of architectural design and construction through a host of Work Integrated Learning opportunities.

Your industry experience

Build up your CV with real industry experience through Work Integrated Learning, guaranteed for all our bachelor degrees. This Professional Degree includes a 12-month paid work placement, eight industry-linked projects, and guaranteed industry-based projects every semester starting from year 1. Benefit from Swinburne’s industry partnerships, gain invaluable work experience, and earn credit towards your degree.

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Skills you’ll learn

Structural system design
Effective collaboration and communication
Energy-efficient building design
Lightweight structure design
Understanding geotechnical engineering considerations

Your career opportunities

Design engineer
Structural systems engineer
Architectural engineer
Project engineer

Key codes

CRICOS course code

107338G

VTAC Code (IFP)

3400210753

VTAC Code (CSP)

3400210751

International student visa

International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.

Labs

Explore Swinburne’s advanced engineering labs, where students and researchers collaborate to innovate, test, and drive the future of technology.

Construction Simulation Hub

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Trimble Technology Lab

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Applied Mechanics Hub

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Professional accreditations

Engineers Australia

Why Swinburne?

86.1% of graduates found employment within 4 months of completing their course

Ranked Top 75 in Civil Engineering

ARWU Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2022

Top 150 for telecommunication engineering

Ranked Top 175 in Engineering and Technology

Times Higher Education World University Ranking by Subject 2023

Sources

Qualifications

Successful completion of:

the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate qualification or International Baccalaureate.

Non-Year 12 qualifications, Foundation Year and qualifications undertaken overseas will not be accepted.

Guaranteed Entry ATAR

82.0

Lowest ATAR to receive an offer in 2024 [after adjustment factors]

80.3

You’ll be guaranteed a place in this course if you meet or exceed the ATAR Guaranteed Entry Score, provided you meet the course prerequisites.

If your ATAR is below the guaranteed entry score, you can still be offered a place as your ATAR may be adjusted based on subject adjustments, equity schemes or other factors.

Subject adjustments:

A study score of 25 in Biology, Chemistry, any Information Technology, any Mathematics, Physics or Systems Engineering equals 2 aggregate points per study.
A study score of 30 in Biology, Chemistry, any Information Technology, any Mathematics, Physics or Systems Engineering equals 3 aggregate points per study.
A study score of 35 in Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics equals 5 aggregate points per study.

Overall maximum of 15 points. Subject adjustment points are applied to the aggregate, not the ATAR.

Students admitted to the course with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be eligible for academic credit.

*Applicants without a formal qualification but with significant and relevant work experience will be considered if they can demonstrate that they can undertake the course with a reasonable prospect of success.

Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate qualification or International Baccalaureate.

Non-Year 12 qualifications, Foundation Year and qualifications undertaken overseas will not be accepted.

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Course prerequisites

VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 23 in any English (except EAL) or 27 in English as Alternate Language (EAL) or equivalent and
VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 20 in one of Maths: General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics or equivalent

Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee offer of a place. See Admissions at Swinburne, for general information about admission process.

Applicants who do not meet the mathematics prerequisites for this course will be required to successfully complete Swinburne’s MathsLink Methods bridging program.

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VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 23 in any English (except EAL) or 27 in English as Alternate Language (EAL) or equivalent and
VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 20 in one of Maths: General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics or equivalent

Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee offer of a place. See Admissions at Swinburne, for general information about admission process.

Admission requirements

Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place. Check admission requirements for general information about the admission process.

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English language requirements

Satisfactory completion of one of the following:

IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 70%, all skills 65% or above
or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.

Need to undertake an English assessment for entry?

A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) can now be done at our Hawthorn campus.

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Credit transfer

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

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Recognition of prior learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

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Apply for a pathway course

Pathways allow students to progress from one qualification to another where the first course is recognised as an entry requirement and/or provides credit (advanced standing) to the second.

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How credit points work

Successful completion of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Professional) requires students to complete units of study to the value of 475 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.

Core units

Major units

Elective units

Work placement units

5-year bachelor degree

What your course could look like

This is the indicative sequence for Semester 1, 2025 only. You are advised to use the study plan template available via your student portal in conjunction with your course planner to plan your studies. Sequence may also vary depending on advanced standing and exemptions. The unit offering information is correct at the time of publication, however changes may occur.

Year one

100 credit points

Units of study	Unit code
Semester 1
Humanitarian Engineering Design Project Core unit, 12.5 credit points	ENG10001
Engineering Materials Core unit, 12.5 credit points	ENG10002
Preliminary Mathematics Core unit, 12.5 credit points	MTH00007
Energy and Motion Core unit, 12.5 credit points	PHY10001
Semester 2
Introduction to Programming Core unit, 12.5 credit points	COS10009
Technology in an Indigenous Context Project Core unit, 12.5 credit points	COS10025
Engineering Mechanics Core unit, 12.5 credit points	ENG10003
Linear Algebra and Applications Core unit, 12.5 credit points	MTH10013

Year two

100 credit points

Units of study	Unit code
Semester 1
Calculus and Applications Core unit, 12.5 credit points	MTH10012
Architectural Engineering Studio Project 1 Major unit, 12.5 credit points	ARC10004
Introductory Design Studio Major unit, 12.5 credit points	DDD10006
Structural Mechanics Major unit, 12.5 credit points	MEE20004
Semester 2
Architectural Engineering Studio Project 2 Major unit, 12.5 credit points	ARC20006
Design of Concrete Structures Major unit, 12.5 credit points	CVE20003
Interior Architecture Communication Major unit, 12.5 credit points	DIA10005
Interior Architecture Digital Documentation 1 Major unit, 12.5 credit points	DIA20003

Want to see the full range of electives?

Learn about all the electives you can take in the course handbook.

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Professional work placement

100 credit points

Units of study	Unit code
Professional placement - 12 months
Work Experience in Industry A Practical unit, 25.0 credit points	WEI20001
Integrated Professional Placement A - Engineering Academic unit, 25.0 credit points	ENG20003
Work Experience in Industry B Practical unit, 25.0 credit points	WEI20002
Integrated Professional Placement B - Engineering Academic unit, 25.0 credit points	ENG20004

Year four

100 credit points

Units of study	Unit code
Semester 1
Professional Experience in Engineering Core unit	EAT20008
Architectural Engineering Major Project 1 Major unit, 12.5 credit points	ARC40001
Digital Engineering Project Major unit, 12.5 credit points	CVE20015
Design of Steel Structures Major unit, 12.5 credit points	CVE30002
Elective Elective unit
Semester 2
Professional Practice 1: BIM (Building Information Management) Major unit, 12.5 credit points	ARC30004
Geomechanics Major unit, 12.5 credit points	CVE20004
Engineering Management Project Major unit, 12.5 credit points	MME30002
Elective Elective unit

Year five

75 credit points

Units of study	Unit code
Semester 1
Engineering Technology Project A (ENG/CS) Core unit, 12.5 credit points, Choose if majoring in Software	EAT40005
Final Year Capstone Project 1 Core unit, 12.5 credit points, Choose if majoring in Architectural, Civil, Mechanical or Product Design	ENG40005
Engineering Technology Project A Core unit, 12.5 credit points, Choose if majoring in Biomedical, Electrical or Robotics	ENG40007
Geotechnical Engineering Major unit, 12.5 credit points	CVE40001
Structural Design of Low Rise Buildings Major unit, 12.5 credit points	CVE40002
Semester 2
Engineering Technology Project B (ENG/CS) Core unit, 12.5 credit points, Choose if majoring in Software	EAT40006
Final Year Capstone Project 2 Core unit, 12.5 credit points, Choose if majoring in Architectural, Civil, Mechanical or Product Design	ENG40006
Engineering Technology Project B Core unit, 12.5 credit points, Choose if majoring in Biomedical, Electrical or Robotics	ENG40008
Architectural Engineering Major Project 2 Major unit, 12.5 credit points	ARC40002
Infrastructure Design Project Major unit, 12.5 credit points	CVE40006

2025 fees

Yearly fee* ($AUD)

$44,242

Total fee* ($AUD)

$9,314

2025 fees

Yearly fee* ($AUD)

$45,500.00

Fees are estimates only

Published student tuition fees for 2025 unit enrolments in HE Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) and Undergraduate Full Fee Paying (FFP) are subject to change based on individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees may vary for units studied in future years, with part-time fees being proportionally lower depending on the number of units taken per semester. Enrolled students will receive reasonable notice of any fee changes before payment is due.

Fees are estimates only

The indicative course fees shown apply to international students for the relevant year, based on a standard study load per year. Fees are assessed according to actual study load each semester, with variations to study load resulting in tuition fee adjustments. These fees generally include the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) and are subject to annual review. Enrolled students will receive reasonable notice of any fee changes before payment is due.

How do I pay my fees?

HECS-HELP is a loan and discount scheme available to you if you are eligible and enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place. A HECS-HELP loan can cover all or part of your contribution amount. You can also choose to pay your fees up front.

Find out more about fees

International students need to pay tuition fees up-front by the relevant due date. You can find the due dates on your Statement of Account.

To pay your fees:

log in to My Financials
check your Australian bank account details are correct
check your Statement of Account to see how much you owe
pay using your preferred payment method.

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Eligibility for HECS-HELP

You are eligible for a HECS-HELP loan if you have been offered a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) for an undergraduate degree at Swinburne or a UniLink course, and you:

are an Australian citizen and doing at least one unit of your course in Australia; or
hold a permanent humanitarian visa and will be living in Australia for the duration of your course; or
hold a New Zealand Special Category visa and meet the special eligibility requirements for New Zealand citizens.

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Student services and amenities fee

This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.

The fee shown in the capped amount for 2025.

This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.

This amenities fee is included within your annual tuition fee listed above. The fee shown is the capped amount for 2025.

Please refer to the Student Services Amenities Fee page for more information.

SSAF fee* ($AUD)

$365

SSAF fee* ($AUD)

$365

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Scholarships

Scholarship applications for 2025 are open. Scholarships at Swinburne are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. We want you to reach your potential and achieve your life and career goals.

Our handy guide will assist you to gather documents for your application.

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When you apply for a Swinburne course, we automatically consider you for an international scholarship of up to 20 per cent off your course fees – no separate application required! Just apply for your Swinburne course of choice and when we review your course application, we will also assess you for an international scholarship.

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Apply through an agent

Most international students use an education agent to help them through the application process. Swinburne has agents all over the world that can help you with your application to study. Search for a Swinburne representative in your country. If your country is not listed, please contact us.

Representatives and agents

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Course code

BH-ENGPRF1

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Course code

BH-ENGPRF1

CRICOS code

107338G

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Apply through VTAC

International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia must apply through VTAC. VTAC is the central office that administers the application processes for places in tertiary courses, scholarships and the Special Entry Access Scheme at universities, TAFEs and independent tertiary colleges in Victoria.

VTAC is the central office that administers the application processes for places in tertiary courses, scholarships and the Special Entry Access Scheme at universities, TAFEs and independent tertiary colleges in Victoria.

VTAC Code (CSP)

3400210751

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VTAC Code (IFP)

3400210753

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Start dates

Location

Last date to apply

Start dates

Semester 2

Hawthorn

30-July-2025

04-August-2025

Start dates

Location

Start dates

Semester 2

Hawthorn

04-August-2025

Upcoming events

Swinburne Study Expo (Wantirna)

28-May-2025

Swinburne Study Expo (Hawthorn)

05-June-2025

Swinburne Study Expo (Croydon)

11-June-2025

Overview

Entry requirements

Study structure

Fees & Scholarships

How to apply

Overview

Got questions about a course?

Your major

Architectural

Your industry experience

Skills you’ll learn

Your career opportunities

Key codes

International student visa

Labs

Construction Simulation Hub

Trimble Technology Lab

Applied Mechanics Hub

Professional accreditations

Engineers Australia

Why Swinburne?

Guaranteed Entry ATAR

Lowest ATAR to receive an offer in 2024 [after adjustment factors]

Subject adjustments:

Admission requirements

Need to undertake an English assessment for entry?

Apply for a pathway course

Year one

Year two

Want to see the full range of electives?

Professional work placement

Year four

Year five

Fees are estimates only

Fees are estimates only

SSAF fee* ($AUD)

SSAF fee* ($AUD)