Victoria University

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Architectural Engineering)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Always had an interest in building design? Launch your career as an architectural engineer with the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Architectural Engineering) at Victoria University.

Gain the expertise you need to integrate structural systems into architects’ plans, meeting project design, safety and environmental goals.

Our Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Architectural Engineering) covers the processes behind constructing safe buildings, with an emphasis on sustainable design. It also encompasses elements of other engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical and fire protection.

VU’s College of Engineering and Science follows a teaching method of problem-based learning. Our students learn to approach engineering problems independently, coming up with creative and practical solutions.

Delivery mode

Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 70–104 Ballarat Road, Footscray

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Entry requirements

Applicants with recent secondary education (within the last 2 years)

  • Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (e.g. VCE) or
  • an Australian or overseas equivalent or
  • an International Baccalaureate (IB).

Admission Criteria

  • Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English. PLUS:
  • Units 3 and 4 with a study score of 20 in Mathematics (any).

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET/TAFE) study

  • Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent). OR:
  • Completion of the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (or equivalent).

Applicants with higher education study

  • Full or partial completion of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent). OR:
  • Completion of two units of Higher Education studies. OR:
  • Completion of a bridging or enabling course eg. Foundation course or equivalent.

Applicants with work & life experience

This information is for applicants who left secondary school more than two years ago and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since then.

  • Five years (minimum) work/life experience in Construction or similar. OR:
  • Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate more than two years ago. PLUS:
  • Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent). PLUS:
  • Units 3 and 4 with a study score of 20 in Mathematics (any) (or equivalent).
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 4 Years
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Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Architectural Engineering) will prepare you for the following roles.

Architectural Engineer

An Architectural Engineer designs and oversees the construction of buildings and structures, integrating both architectural and engineering princip...

Avg yearly income $90,012
Entry barriers Low

Building Services Engineer

A Building Services Engineer designs and manages the systems that make buildings functional and comfortable, such as heating, ventilation, air cond...

Avg yearly income $119,964
Entry barriers Low

Design Engineer

A Design Engineer plans new products used in a range of industries. You might work with other stakeholders to come up with product designs and cond...

Avg yearly income $115,024
Entry barriers Low

Facade Engineer

A Facade Engineer designs and oversees the installation of building facades, ensuring they are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. You migh...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

Fire Protection Engineer

A Fire Protection Engineer designs and implements systems to safeguard buildings and occupants from fire hazards. You might work in engineering fir...

Avg yearly income $134,992
Entry barriers Low

Structural Engineer

A Structural Engineer designs and examines a range of structures including buildings, utility facilities and roads and bridges. You might conduct t...

Avg yearly income $118,040
Entry barriers Low

About Victoria University

For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond.

VU is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.

Our flexible approach to learning and teaching supports our strategic plan.

We aim to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.