Bond University

Graduate Diploma in Architecture

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Gain the fundamental knowledge and understanding of Architecture including design, history, construction technology, communications, and urban sustainability.  The Graduate Diploma is an entry pathway to an accredited Master of Architecture for students who have an undergraduate degree in a discipline other than Architecture.

A focus on practical real-world designing will see you using 3D printers, large format laser cutters, CNC routers and industrial robot arms to create scale models, prototypes, and installations. You will collaborate with colleagues from the bachelor and master’s programs to develop blue-sky designs for public spaces. And, in Bond’s small group classes, you’ll be mentored by internationally acclaimed designers, award-winning architects and globally connected academic-practitioners. 

Delivery mode

Bond University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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


Locations
  • 14 University Drive, Robina

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Successful completion of a recognised Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any field, and a portfolio of creative work for assessment.

Successful completion of a recognised Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any field, and a portfolio of creative work for assessment.

If your qualification does not meet the English language requirements then you will need to provide an English proficiency test for admission:

  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Overall score 6.5 with no sub score less than 6.0
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic Overall score 58 with no Communicative Scores below 50
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) Overall score 79 (no scores below 21 in Writing, 18 in Speaking, and 16 in Reading and Listening)
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $42,620 - $47,400 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$42,620
Full Fee Tuition:
$47,400
Enquire with Bond University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 8 Months
Estimated fee* $42,620 - $47,400 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Graduate Diploma in Architecture will prepare you for the following roles.

About Bond University

In 1989, Bond was established with the vision of delivering educational excellence that satisfied the highest international standards.

Decades later, this remains at the forefront of the University's ethos, paired with our commitment to offer a student experience that benefits and transforms every graduate. Today, students, their experiences, and their ambitions remain at the heart of the University’s every decision, action and innovation.

Not just reserved for a select few, each and every Bond student has unrivalled access to industry, entrepreneurship, academic, and career experiences.

At Bond, we are dedicated to fostering exceptional graduate outcomes. This commitment has been reflected in national rankings like the Employer Satisfaction Survey, where we were ranked #1 in Australia in 2018, 2019 and 2020.

Bond’s research portfolio reflects the University’s focus on ingenuity and entrepreneurship, and offers meaningful contributions across disciplines, from healthcare innovations to big data and beyond.

From day one, Bond students gain membership to a network of more than 30,000 alumni located in more than 120 countries, providing unmatched networking opportunities.