🇦🇺 After Class 12 · 3 years (4 for engineering and honours)
Bachelors in Architecture in Australia
Design studios, building technology and history, building a professional portfolio. Here's how Indian students get in after Class 12, what it costs and what comes next.
- 3 years (4 for engineering and honours)
- Tuition AUD 32,000 – AUD 48,000/yr
- Class 12 + English test
- Loan & visa support
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How do I study Architecture in Australia after Class 12?
A bachelor's in Architecture in Australia takes 3 years (4 for engineering and honours). You need class 12 marks of about 65–85%; English test (IELTS 6.0–6.5) (maths in Class 12; a portfolio for many universities). Tuition is about AUD 32,000 – AUD 48,000 a year — roughly ₹63 lakh – ₹95 lakh for the full degree before living costs (living-cost evidence at the current Home Affairs rate, plus OSHC health cover). Apply via direct to the university, for February and July intakes.
Official sources: Home Affairs — Student visa (subclass 500)
Architecture in Australia at a glance
- Duration
- 3 years (4 for engineering and honours)
- Tuition (international)
- AUD 32,000 – AUD 48,000 a year
- Tuition for the full degree
- ₹63 lakh – ₹95 lakh
- Living costs
- Living-cost evidence at the current Home Affairs rate, plus OSHC health cover
- Class 12 subjects
- Maths in Class 12; a portfolio for many universities
- Entry
- Class 12 marks of about 65–85%; English test (IELTS 6.0–6.5)
- How to apply
- Direct to the university, for February and July intakes
- Work during study
- 48 hours per fortnight during study periods
- After graduation
- Subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD)
Overview
Studying Architecture in Australia
Design studios, building technology and history, building a professional portfolio.
Australia offers post-study work visa of 2–3 years, two main intakes (February and July) and strong demand in healthcare, engineering, IT and accounting.
- Class 12: Maths in Class 12; a portfolio for many universities
- Class 12 marks of about 65–85%; English test (IELTS 6.0–6.5)
- Passport
- Statement of purpose / personal statement
- One or two school recommendation letters
- Proof of funds for the visa
Timeline
Timeline for the 2027 intake
- 01
Class 11–12
Keep marks high in required subjects; take the English test in Class 12.
- 02
Shortlist
Pick 6–8 universities in Australia across ambitious, realistic and safe options.
- 03
Apply
Direct to the university, for February and July intakes
- 04
Offer and funds
Accept an offer, arrange savings or an education loan with a parent as co-applicant.
- 05
Visa
Apply for the Subclass 500 Student visa.
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Graduate tuition shown for comparison; undergraduate fees differ — check each university for Architecture.
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Yes. You need class 12 marks of about 65–85%; English test (IELTS 6.0–6.5), with maths in Class 12; a portfolio for many universities.
Tuition is about AUD 32,000 – AUD 48,000 a year (₹63 lakh – ₹95 lakh for the full degree), plus living costs of living-cost evidence at the current Home Affairs rate, plus OSHC health cover.
3 years (4 for engineering and honours).
Yes — banks and NBFCs fund undergraduate study abroad with a parent as co-applicant; larger amounts usually need collateral.
Subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD).
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