Program Overview

Architectural Studies and Business

The Bachelor of Architectural Studies at Monash is your first step towards a varied and exciting career in the built environment. Coupled with the Bachelor of Business, you’ll be able to combine your creative vision and technical expertise in architecture with business acumen to set you up for career success.

Why Study a Bachelor of Architectural Studies and Bachelor of Business at Monash?

The world is urbanising at a rapid pace and there is an increasing demand for architectural industry experts who can bring a multidimensional approach to a project.

In the Bachelor of Architectural Studies at Monash, you’ll explore the social, political, environmental and economic implications of architectural practice through applied, hands-on learning in a studio environment. You’ll work on real projects in small groups to develop responses to a wide range of social and spatial issues, often with community or embedded in an architectural practice.

Combining your architectural studies with a Bachelor of Business, sets you up for success in managing the complex business aspect of projects in the built environment. Whether you wish to run your own architectural firm, manage building projects within other organisations, or develop projects yourself, this degree combination will give you the tools and expertise to understand the complexity of business within an architectural context.

In the final year of your double degree you will undertake a capstone unit bringing your two chosen areas of study together in a unique applied project.

Where Will the Bachelor of Architectural Studies and Bachelor of Business Take You?

Whether you want to develop the business skills to run your own architectural practice or work in property development, our unique program combinations prepare you to take on a critical role in shaping the world around us.

By blending your architectural studies with a business degree, you’ll be equipped to respond to the dynamic, multifaceted needs of contemporary architecture. We’ll train you to think in future-oriented ways and give you the confidence to engage with and respond to the challenges of our time, such as climate change and equitable access to housing.

On completion of the four-year double degree, you can enter into an exciting career in the built environment. Some career options include: architectural practice manager, project manager, community development officer, building coordinator, property developer, property manager, and more.

Become an Architect

You can also choose to continue on your journey with us to becoming a registered architect. To become a registered architect in Australia, you need to complete an accredited course, such as the Monash Master of Architecture.

On successful completion of the Bachelor of Architectural Studies in any of our double degree combinations, you’re guaranteed a place in our accredited Master of Architecture.

The Master of Architecture at Monash is accredited by the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia (AACA), as well as the Commonwealth Association of Architects (CAA), and is also recognised by the Board of Architects Malaysia (Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia - LAM), among others.

To become an architect in Victoria, you’ll also need to meet the professional practice requirements of the Architectural Registration Board of Victoria. If you want to work as an architect outside Victoria, check your local registration board for more information on professional requirements for entry into the profession, as these may vary.

Other Double Degree Combinations

You can also choose to combine the Bachelor of Architectural Studies with:

• Bachelor of Design
• Bachelor of Fine Art
• Bachelor of Information Technology

Course Details

• Location: On-campus at Caulfield: Full time
• Duration: 4 years (full time). To qualify as a registered architect, you also need to complete the Master of Architecture (2 years full time) and undertake two years of professional practice.
• Start date: First semester (February)
• Qualification: Bachelor of Architectural Studies, Bachelor of Business
• Fees: Information about fees

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements (International students)

You need to satisfy all of the following requirements to be considered for entry into this course.

• Minimum age requirements: At the time of enrolment in a course at Monash University, you must be at least 17 years of age.
• Academic entry requirements: All Monash undergraduate courses require you to have successfully completed a minimum of an Australian Year 12 qualification (or equivalent) and achieve the required academic entry score. Most Monash faculties generally use your most recent studies for admission however other guidelines may apply where your prior qualification may be considered.

Post Secondary Qualifications

International entry requirements for post secondary qualifications can be located in the study credit and admissions eligibility search. If your qualification is not listed we will assess your qualification when you apply.

Higher Education

The above entry requirements are set according to Monash University’s grading scale (100% scale where 50% is a pass). If you have a complete or incomplete international bachelor degree, it must be accredited and equivalent to an Australian level where the entry requirement will vary than listed above.

English Entry Requirements

All Monash undergraduate courses require you to satisfy English entry requirements in one of the following ways:

• English subject (Australian Year 12 equivalent): You can meet English entry requirements if you have completed an English subject in your prior secondary studies that is equivalent to an Australian Year 12 level (score requirements also apply).
• Language of instruction: You can meet English entry requirements if you have completed half a year of full time study (equivalent to 24 Monash credit points) at Australian VET Diploma (AQF level 5) or higher (or equivalent) at an institution where English is the language of instruction, communication and assessment for all aspects of study for the whole of the educational institution.
• English tests: If you have not met English entry requirements as outlined above, Monash accepts the following English tests where the entry scores for this course are as follows:
  • IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (no band less than 6.0)
  • TOEFL (Paper-based test): 550 with a Test of Written English (TWE) score of 4.5
  • TOEFL (Internet-based test): 79 with minimum scores: Writing 21, Listening 12, Reading 13, Speaking 18
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic): 58 overall (no band less than 50)
  • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 (no band less than 169)
  • Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 (no band less than 169)

Prerequisite Subject Requirements

All Monash University undergraduate courses require you to have previously studied and achieved required Australian level standards in specific subjects known as prerequisite subjects.

You must satisfy the following prerequisite subject requirements for this course:

• English: VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English
• Maths: VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 22 in Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics

Course Structure

Architectural Studies

• Part A. Architecture design studios: Architecture design studio units bring together a range of complex issues inherent in the production of architecture: material, structure, program, site, history and representation.
• Part B. Architectural performance studies: Architectural performance studies units cover the integration of material, structural, construction and environmental conditions within the context of responsible and sustainable practices.
• Part C. Positions and dialogues study: Positions and dialogues units cover the multiple histories, theories, perspectives and knowledge systems that inform the discipline of architecture.
• Part D. Communication studies: In the communications units you’ll be introduced to concepts, tools and techniques for the representation of architectural ideas in two and three dimensions including drawing, physical and digital model making and computer aided design (CAD).
• Part E. Occupational health and safety study: This will introduce you to occupational health, safety and environmental training particularly within the context of studying art, design and architecture.

Business

• Part A. Business specified study: This will provide you with a broad foundation for your study of business and expose you to several business disciplines.
• Part B. Business listed major: This will provide you with a focused program of study that will develop your expertise in one discipline area.

Fees

• International fee: Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2025 are: A$53,200
• Other fees: The Student Services and Amenities Fee applies to some students each calendar year.

Scholarships

We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.