Master of Architecture/Master of Construction Management

Program Overview

Deakin's Master of Architecture/Master of Construction Management equips students with in-demand skills in architecture, design, construction, and project management. Through hands-on experience and collaboration in the Geelong Waterfront A+B Studio, graduates develop a competitive edge for careers in the built environment industry, including roles as architects, construction managers, and project managers. The program emphasizes practical learning, industry engagement, and research, preparing students for success in the field.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Develop an in-demand skill set and stand out to future employers with Deakin's Master of Architecture/Master of Construction Management. Accelerate your career prospects by earning two qualifications in just three years. Gain in-depth knowledge and practical skills in architecture, design, construction, and project management, expanding your options for a diverse career in the built environment industry. With an emphasis on practical learning, you will benefit from hands-on experience in Deakin's Geelong Waterfront A+B Studio, where you will develop innovative construction projects and collaborate on cross-discipline activities. This inspiring space fosters creative processes and enhances practical skills by exploring design, drawing, digital fabrication, measuring, estimating, project management, and construction knowledge. Aspire to study at a university ranked among the top 1% in architecture and built environment subjects? Through the architecture component of this double degree, you will delve deeper into architecture, design, and sustainable strategies. Develop sought-after skills by examining critical architectural studies, environmental resiliency, sustainable design, technological advancement, and social and theoretical issues, equipping you for contemporary professional practice. Further enhance your architectural knowledge with valuable construction management skills. The construction management component provides expertise in managing small-to-large projects, including in-demand knowledge of construction technology and processes, resource management, law procurement, information technology, environmental management, quantity surveying, and construction economics. Graduate with a complementary skill set, gaining a competitive edge to launch your dream career in the built environment. The Master of Architecture is a crucial step towards becoming a registered architect. Upon graduation, complete two years of work experience under the supervision of a registered architect. You will then be eligible to apply for registration with the Architects Registration Board of Victoria (ARBV).

Outline:

Structure

To complete the Master of Architecture/Master of Construction Management, students must attain 24 credit points, which include:

• Twenty-four (24) credit points (20 core units)
• Completion of SRA710 Safety Induction Program (0-credit point compulsory unit)
• Completion of STP710 Career Tools for Employability (0-credit point compulsory unit)
• Completion of DAI001 Academic Integrity Module (0- credit point compulsory unit)
Students are expected to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements.

Course Schedule and Content:

Year 1

• Trimester 1
• Academic Integrity Module (0 credit points) DAI001
• Safety Induction Program (0 credit points) SRA710
• Career Tools for Employability (0 credit points) STP710
• Architecture Design: Graduate Studio (SRD753)
• Indigenous Narratives and Design Processes (SRL733)
• Environmentally Sustainable Design and Technology (SRT751)
• Introduction to Construction Management (SRM776)
• Trimester 2
• Architecture Design: Comprehensive Studio (SRD754) (2 credit points)
• Building Systems and Environment (SRT757)
• Principles of Building Information Modelling (SRM751)

Year 2

• Trimester 1
• Architectural Design and Resolution (SRD765) (2 credit points)
• Project Risk Management (SRQ763)
• Construction Measurement and Estimating (SRQ774)
• Trimester 2
• Select one elective unit from Construction Company Management (SRQ745) or Construction Management Practice (SRM777).
• Additionally complete:
• Built Environment Professional Practice (SRM750)
• Construction Research Frontiers (SRR720)
• Cost Planning (SRQ762)

Year 3

• Trimester 1
• Construction Research Project (SRR721) (2 credit points)
• Architecture Research: Masterclass Preparation (SRD755)
• Strategic Construction Procurement (SRQ780)
• Trimester 2
• Architecture Masterclass Design Research Studio (SRD766) (2 credit points)
• Integrated Project Management (SRV799)
• Building Project Evaluation (SRQ764)

Assessment:

Assessment methods vary across units and may include:

• Coursework (e.g., essays, reports, projects, case studies, design submissions)
• Projects
• Research projects
• Presentations
• Exams (closed-book exams, open-book exams, take-home exams)
• Critiques
• Portfolios
• Group Work
• Peer assessments
• Practical demonstrations
• Reflective writing
• Self-directed learning portfolios
• Technical drawings
• Written reports
• Workshops
• Industry-based assessment activities

Teaching:

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Studio sessions
• Site visits
• Workshops
• Small group work
• Independent research
• Case study analysis
• Project-based learning
• Problem-based learning
• Experiential learning
• Industry-based learning
• Collaborative projects
• Interdisciplinary team projects
• Presentations by industry experts
• Research forums
The program is delivered by a team of highly qualified and experienced academic staff, industry professionals, and researchers who are actively engaged in cutting-edge research and industry practice. They bring real-world knowledge and insights into the classroom, ensuring students are well-equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the field.

Careers:

Graduates of the Master of Architecture/Master of Construction Management are equipped with a wide range of career opportunities in the built environment industry, including:

• Architect
• Construction Manager
• Project Manager
• Architectural Designer
• Town Planner
• Urban Designer
• Building Surveyor
• Quantity Surveyor
• Cost Consultant
• Construction Economist
• Real Estate Developer
• Engineering Consultant
• Energy Consultant
• Environmental Consultant
• Heritage Consultant
• Policy Advisor
• Researcher
• Academia