Program Overview

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About the course

The Doctor of Architecture (Design) is an individually focused and supervised professional research program executed in the medium of architectural design. The successful student makes a substantial and original contribution to architecture through the presentation of an exhibition of architectural design.

Careers and further study

Take your studies to a new level with a postgraduate degree and discover what career opportunities lie ahead.

Career Pathways

This degree will equip you with the skills and experience to take your career in architecture to the next level.

Further Study

Higher doctorate

Fees and scholarships

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Domestic Student Fees

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International Student Fees

Annual course fee

2025

$40,200.00

Onshore international students are charged an annual course fee, charged per credit point at a rate dependent on the course in which the student is enrolled. Annual course fees are calculated based on an annual study load. Check the handbook to confirm the annual study load for your course.

Scholarships

Postgraduate scholarships support UWA's position as one of Australia's leading research-intensive universities and the premier research institution in WA.

Admission requirements

If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate degree, find out the admission details below.

Admission Requirements

Qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor of Architecture with at least upper second class honours and sufficient architectural design experience. For more detailed admission requirements see Rule 10.2 in this handbook.

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the University’s English language requirements to be eligible for a place.

Course details

Students in this course undertake a program of individually supervised research leading to the presentation of an exhibition of architectural design that is equivalent in scope to the fully developed design of a building of major cultural significance.

Quick details

Status

• Available

Locations

Attendance

• Full-time
• Part-time

Delivery

• On-campus

Starting dates

• By agreement with their supervisors, students may commence at any time throughout the year except December.

Weekly contact time

• Full-time students are expected to spend at least 30 hours per week on their research throughout the year. Part-time students are expected to spend at least 15 hours a week on their research throughout the year.

Level of study

• Postgraduate

Course Code

• 25920

CRICOS code

• M

Full time/part time duration

• 3 years

Degrees course is available in

• Doctor of Architecture Design

Research at UWA

Why undertake graduate research?

Our students thrive from the challenge of independent research and the freedom to explore and focus on areas of interest. Many high-achieving students elect to undertake a research degree because they have the drive to progress as far as they can in their chosen field. There are also major benefits for career development.

Graduates of research degrees at UWA experience a high rate of success in employment because the generic or transferable skills required for success in their research degree are the same skills that are in high demand by employers. Gaining a research degree indicates to a prospective employer that you have excellent project and personal management skills, shows you can think independently and critically, solve problems and communicate effectively. Transferable skills developed through a research degree are durable and valuable, just as much as the content knowledge gained.

Excellent facilities

At the School of Design, you’ll have access to well-equipped facilities including:

• Studio spaces
• Design Hub, a working space with senior student mentors available for assistance
• Digital fabrication equipment such as plastic extrusion 3D printers, laser cutters and CNC milling machines
• Multiple computer labs with 24-hour access
• Printmaking studio with etching presses and spray booths
• Multimedia production facilities
• Cullity Gallery, where you’ll have the opportunity to exhibit your work.

Life at the School of Design

UWA’s School of Design is a collaboration of creative thinkers and makers that includes landscape architects, urban designers, experimental artists, historians and architects.