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Planning / 15

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1 Emerson Walker, Master

of Architecture, Rotterdam
5 Lorell Lehman, Bachelor of
Design (Communication Design),
Public Shipyard Facility Children’s Book Week Poster

2 Stephen Bellosguardo,
Bachelor of Visual Arts
6 Kim Thomson, Master of
Design (Sustainable Design),
(Sculpture), Structure 4 Seasonal Time

3 Mary Ann Santin, Master

of Visual Art and Creative
7 Claudia Fernandez-Villsante,
Bachelor of Design
Practice (Communication Design)

4 Bashitha Dissanayaka,
Bachelor of Interior
8 Janna Moore, Master of Design
(Sustainable Design),
Architecture Pelican Puzzle

On the cover: Zoe Kirkwood, Bachelor of Visual Arts (Honours)

graduate and 2017 Samstag Scholar, The Schomburgk Yabbies 2016.
Photographer: Grant Hancock

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 Bachelor of

UNDERGRADUATE ARCHITECTURAL STUDIES

unisa.edu.au/architecture

Your tertiary learning and career ENTRY ALSO CONSIDER

SATAC.................................................................424441 • Bachelor of Interior Architecture
starts with undergraduate study. ATAR ( Feb 2017 cut-off).................................. 72.3 • Bachelor of Urban and
Guaranteed ATAR...............................................85 Regional Planning (Honours)
Guaranteed TAFE/RTO...................AdvDip • Bachelor of Design
Prerequisites................................................... none (Product Design)
Assumed knowledge............................. none
QUALIFICATIONS* CRICOS program code.............. 060207K
• Bachelor of Construction
Management and
• Diploma: 1–2 years Economics (Honours)

• Associate Degree: 2 years Discover the fascinating

FURTHER STUDY
world of design and the
• Bachelor: 3–4 years • Bachelor of Art and Design
built environment
(Honours) – 1 year
• Bachelor (Honours): 4 years^
Study in world-class • Master of Architecture
*study times are approximate and based on a full-time study load architecture studios • Master of Design
(Sustainable Design) or
^or 1 year in addition to a 3-year bachelor program with traditional and
(Design and Construct)
digital technologies

Work on real client and PROGRAM STRUCTURE

FIND OUT MORE industry projects FIRST YEAR
For more information about all of the undergraduate degrees Design Studio 1 (Foundation)
Learn from internationally
on offer and for full details on entry requirements visit: Design Construction Principles
renowned academics Design, Culture and Environment
unisa.edu.au/study and architects Architectural Design Studio 2 (Dwelling)
Further details about studying with UniSA are also outlined Architectural Documentation
Become an accredited architect Architecture and Environment
on page 20 of this guide. through further study in the
SECOND YEAR
Master of Architecture program
Architectural Design Studio 3 (Context)
Design Communications (Digital)
HOW TO APPLY Architecture and Modernity

Go online for all the information you need on applying to CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Architectural Design Studio 4
(Communications)
study at UniSA including SATAC requirements, entry pathways, Architect (with further study) / Design Construction Multistorey
guaranteed entry scores, study credit and other commonly project manager / heritage Advanced Design Media
asked questions. consultant / urban designer
THIRD YEAR
unisa.edu.au/apply Architectural Design Studio 5
IMPORTANT INFORMATION (Construction)
This program provides graduates Architecture and Technology
with the competencies and Free Elective
knowledge required to apply for Architectural Design Studio 6 (Integrated)
entry into the Master of Architecture. Architecture and Ecology
Students must complete the Contemporary Design Theory
master qualification plus two years
of professional experience to
gain registration as an architect.
For more information see page 16.

PROFESSIONAL
ACCREDITATION
The Master of Architecture program
is accredited by the Architectural
Practice Board of South Australia.

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
The Master of Architecture
program is also recognised by the
Australian Institute of Architects.

PATHWAYS
Alternative entry options
are available through UniSA
College. Programs include:
• Diploma in Arts
• Foundation Studies

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Campus: CE: City East, CW: City West, Part-time study available
M: Magill, ML: Mawson Lakes, External study available
MG: Mount Gambier or W: Whyalla
Partial external study available
Full-time program duration in years
Honours available

Bachelor of

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE
unisa.edu.au/architecture

ENTRY PROGRAM STRUCTURE

SATAC............................................................... 424081 FIRST YEAR
ATAR ( Feb 2017 cut-off)...............................62.35
Design Studio 1 (Foundation)
Guaranteed ATAR................................................75
Interior Architecture Construction 1
Guaranteed TAFE/RTO............................. DIP
Design, Culture and Environment
Prerequisites................................................... none
Assumed knowledge............................. none Interior Architecture Studies
CRICOS program code............... 024202C Interior Architecture Construction 2
Interior Architecture Studio 2
(Materials Practices)
SECOND YEAR
Design creative and sustainable
Digital Media
settings with positive impact
Theory of the Modern Interior
Interior Architecture Studio 3
Undertake work placements (Multi Media)
and partner with a professional
Interior Detailing
mentor in final year Multi Media representation
Interior Architecture Studio 4 (Detail)
Participate in national and Interior Architecture Workplacement 1
international study tours, THIRD YEAR
competitions and exhibitions
Interior Architecture Research Studies
Professional Management
Take up the unique course

“
Interior Architecture Studio 5
offering in furniture design (Multidisciplinary)
Interior Technologies
Study in world-class design
Art, Architecture and Design Elective 1
and architecture studios Interior Architecture Studio 6
(Workplace Environments)
Interior Architecture Workplacement 2
FOURTH YEAR “I really like how the course
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Interior Architecture Research encourages creative thinking
Design consultant / furniture Studies Advanced
designer / interior designer / Interior Architecture Studio 7: Atmospheres
and blends practical and
lighting designer / project manager Free Elective theoretical design solutions.
Design Studio Research
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION Art, Architecture and Design Elective 2 “Studying at UniSA has
Graduates are eligible for Interior Architecture Studio 8: Advanced increased my self-confidence,
Associate Membership of the (Social Sustainability)
FOURTH YEAR (HONOURS)
improved my interpersonal
Design Institute of Australia.
AAD Research Methods
skills and given me greater
PATHWAYS AAD Research Practices confidence working in groups.
AAD Honours Research Studies 1
Alternative entry options
are available through UniSA AAD Honours Research Studies 2 “The highlight of my
College. Programs include: AAD Honours Research Studies 3 studies was a tour to Italy
• Diploma in Arts and Denmark, it was an
• Foundation Studies incredible experience.”

ALSO CONSIDER Coby is currently working

• Bachelor of Architectural Studies in New Zealand, building an
• Bachelor of Design architectural installation
(Product Design)
for the FESTA festival –
• Bachelor of Design
celebrating urban creativity

”
(Communication Design)
• Bachelor of Urban and and sustainable design.
Regional Planning (Honours)

FURTHER STUDY
• Master of Design

Coby Costi / BACHELOR OF INTERIOR

ARCHITECTURE

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 Bachelor of Bachelor of

URBAN AND REGIONAL VISUAL ARTS

PLANNING (HONOURS) SPECIALISATIONS
• Ceramics • Painting
unisa.edu.au/urbanplanning • Drawing • Photography
• Glass • Printmaking
ENTRY ALSO CONSIDER • History and Theory • Sculpture
SATAC................................................................. 424781 • Bachelor of Architectural Studies • Jewellery and Metal
ATAR ( Feb 2017 cut-off)................................. 65.4 • Bachelor of Geospatial Science
Guaranteed ATAR.............................................. 70 • Bachelor of Built Environment
Guaranteed TAFE/RTO............................. DIP unisa.edu.au/visual-arts
• Bachelor of Engineering
Prerequisites................................................... none
(Honours) (Civil and
Assumed knowledge............................. none
Project Management) ENTRY FURTHER STUDY
CRICOS program code...............081760M
SATAC.................................................................424381 • Bachelor of Art and Design
FURTHER STUDY ATAR ( Feb 2017 cut-off)..................................60.1 (Honours) – 1 year
Learn about sustainable • Master of Design (various Guaranteed ATAR.............................................. 70 • Master of Visual Art and
specialisations) Guaranteed TAFE/RTO............................. DIP Creative Practice
development, spatial Prerequisites................................................... none • Master of Teaching (Secondary) 
planning and urban design Assumed knowledge............................. none
PROGRAM STRUCTURE CRICOS program code................ varies by
Develop your observational specialisation PROGRAM STRUCTURE
FIRST YEAR
and analytical capabilities FIRST YEAR
Understanding Cities and Regions
to create new spaces Principles of Geospatial Science Foundation Studio
Introduction to Planning Join South Australia’s most Visual Inquiry
Choose electives in Environment: A Human Perspective prestigious undergraduate Reading Visual Culture 1
environmental planning or
Infrastructure Workshop visual arts degree AAD Specialisation 1
social and community planning Planning Heritage Workshop Visual Arts Elective 1
Land Use Planning Learn both theory and practice Visual Arts Elective 2
Participate in an Sustainable Development: A Global of your specialised craft Reading Visual Culture 2
international study trip to Perspective
SECOND YEAR
Malaysia or Vietnam SECOND YEAR Develop your creativity, AAD Specialisation 2
Social and Community Planning research skills and innovation Visual Arts Elective 3
Undertake 60 days of Analytic Methods for Planning with intensive studio practice Visual Arts Elective 4
supervised work experience in Urban Design Workshop Australian Art: Image, Issues
an urban planning workplace University Elective Access the largest collection and Identity
Urban and Regional Development of art, craft and design AAD Specialisation 3
Planning Policy resources in the state Free Elective
Planning Information Management Indigenous Art, Culture and Design
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Development and Design Studio Take part in exhibitions, work THIRD YEAR
Urban and regional planner / THIRD YEAR experience, master classes
environmental planner / urban AAD Specialisation 4
Planning Law and cross-institutional study Visual Arts Elective 5
designer / social and community
Social Planning Techniques Visual Arts Professional Practice
planner / development assessment
Regional Planning Workshop AAD Specialisation 5
planner / natural resource
Policy and Development Assessment Visual Arts Elective 6
management planner / town Workshop N CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Contemporary Art and Visual Culture
planner / traffic and transport
Planning Field Placement A Art administrator / art director /
planner / regional studies
Planning Field Placement B ceramicist / curator / jewellery
scientist / urban data analyst /
city planner / urban sustainability FOURTH YEAR and glass designer / painter /
planner / urban manager Planning and Professional Ethics photographer / printmaker /
AAD Research Methods sculptor / teacher (with further
Comparative Planning study)
PROFESSIONAL
Planning Elective 1
ACCREDITATION
Planning Research Study (Hons) 2NE PATHWAYS
This is the only undergraduate Planning Elective 2
planning degree in South Australia Alternative entry options
recognised by the Planning are available through UniSA
Institute of Australia (PIA). College. Programs include:
• Diploma in Arts
PATHWAYS • Foundation Studies
Alternative entry options
are available through UniSA ALSO CONSIDER
College. Programs include: • Bachelor of Visual Arts, Master
• Diploma in Arts of Teaching (Secondary)
• Foundation Studies • Bachelor of Media Arts
• Bachelor of Design
(Communication Design)
• Bachelor of Design
(Product Design)

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Campus: CE: City East, CW: City West, Part-time study available
M: Magill, ML: Mawson Lakes, External study available
MG: Mount Gambier or W: Whyalla
Partial external study available
Full-time program duration in years
Honours available

Bachelor of

DESIGN
(COMMUNICATION DESIGN)
SPECIALISATIONS
• Graphic Design
• Illustration Design

unisa.edu.au/design

ENTRY FURTHER STUDY

SATAC.................................................................. 424151 • Bachelor of Art and Design
ATAR ( Feb 2017 cut-off)................................ 60.6 (Honours) – 1 year
Guaranteed ATAR.............................................. 70 • Master of Design
Guaranteed TAFE/RTO............................. DIP (Communication Design)
Prerequisites................................................... none or (Sustainable Design)
Assumed knowledge............................. none
CRICOS program code..................023813F
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
FIRST YEAR

“
Focus on creative Design Foundation Studio
intelligence through Introductory Drawing for Design
practical design projects Reading Visual Culture: Design History
and Theory
Learn to design visual Communication Design Studio 1
communication that is Design, Culture and Society 1
Computer Graphics and Imaging After studying psychology
intended to motivate, for Design
persuade and inform SECOND YEAR for some time, Emma made
Communication Design Studio 2 the decision to change paths
Examine, shape and transform
meaning using image and
(Graphics) and channel her artistic
OR
typographic communication Communication Design Studio 2
side through visual arts.
(Illustration)
Learn in state-of-the-art Computer Practice and Communication “As I progressed further
design studios for Design
into my degree I gained
Design, Culture and Society 2
Work on projects for real Communication Design Studio 3
greater enjoyment from the
clients with industry and (Graphics) more specialised subjects.
community partners OR Friendships formed with the
Communication Design Studio 3
(Illustration) fascinating people I met
Indigenous Art, Culture and Design defined each course, as well
Design for Multimedia and Web
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES as kind and aspiring tutors.
THIRD YEAR
Brand consultant / communication
designer / exhibition designer / Communication Design Studio 4 “In the specialisation year, my
Critical Practice: Graphics and Illustration
graphic designer / illustrator /
Design Elective teacher encouraged us to
typographer / web and interactive
designer Professional Studio and Practice volunteer and assist glass
Advanced Design Elective artists at the JamFactory.
Free Elective
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION I developed eye-opening
Graduates are eligible for skills and was exposed
Associate Membership of the directly to industry.”
Design Institute of Australia.
Emma is currently
PATHWAYS completing a two-year
Alternative entry options
are available through UniSA
trainee program in glass
at JamFactory Contemporary

”
College. Programs include:
• Diploma in Arts Craft and Design.
• Foundation Studies

ALSO CONSIDER
• Bachelor of Interior Architecture
• Bachelor of Media Arts
• Bachelor of Visual Arts
• Bachelor of Design Emma Young / BACHELOR OF VISUAL
(Product Design) ARTS (SPECIALISING IN GLASS)

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 Campus: CE: City East, CW: City West, Part-time study available
M: Magill, ML: Mawson Lakes, External study available
MG: Mount Gambier or W: Whyalla
Partial external study available
Full-time program duration in years
Honours available

Bachelor of

DESIGN
(PRODUCT DESIGN)
unisa.edu.au/design

ENTRY PATHWAYS
SATAC.................................................................424551 Alternative entry options
ATAR ( Feb 2017 cut-off)................................61.75 are available through UniSA
Guaranteed ATAR.............................................. 70 College. Programs include:
Guaranteed TAFE/RTO............................. DIP • Diploma in Arts
Prerequisites................................................... none
• Foundation Studies
Assumed knowledge............................. none
CRICOS program code..................071953G
ALSO CONSIDER
• Bachelor of Design
Take the first step towards (Communication Design)
becoming an industrial • Bachelor of Education
designer, creating products (Secondary Design
and Technology)
people use everyday
• Bachelor of Interior Architecture
Design electronics, tools,
sports equipment, fashion FURTHER STUDY

“
accessories, new car concepts, • Bachelor of Art and Design
toys, furniture and more (Honours) – 1 year
• Master of Design
Learn from practising design (various specialisations)
professionals with links to
the Global Design Network PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Liam had an eye for
Get experience in design, FIRST YEAR
engineering, and after
model-making and prototyping Design Foundation Studio
Physical Prototyping Techniques for studying design and
Discover opportunities Product Design technology in high school,
Drawing for Product Design
for international study he knew he wanted to
Product Design Studio 2 (Principles)
Computer Graphics and Imaging for Design
explore this further.
Introduction to Computer Modelling for
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Product Design During his studies, Liam had
3D computer-aided SECOND YEAR the opportunity to travel
designer / freelance designer / Product Design Studio 3 (Human Factors) overseas and create lasting
industrial designer (with further Low Volume Manufacture for
Product Design industry connections in the
study) / product designer /
product development coordinator / Advanced Computer Modelling for field of product design.
Product Design
technical illustrator
Product Design Studio 4 (Materials, “I participated in a trip to
Processes and Sustainability)
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION Electronics (Theory and Techniques) China to take part in a
Graduates are eligible for Human-Centred Design: Research university workshop as well
and Analysis
Associate Membership of the as internships at a design
Design Institute of Australia, THIRD YEAR
and full membership after three consultancy and bicycle
Product Design Studio 5 (Usability)
years of professional practice. High Volume Manufacture for company, and I also met with
Product Design different manufacturers.
Design, Culture and Society 2
Product Design Studio 6 (Manufacturing) “My involvement with the
Art, Architecture and Design Elective
Free Elective
industry was incredible
and gave me opportunities
I wouldn’t have had

”
any other way.”

Liam Buggy / BACHELOR OF DESIGN

(PRODUCT DESIGN)

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 Campus: CE: City East, CW: City West, Part-time study available
M: Magill, ML: Mawson Lakes, External study available
MG: Mount Gambier or W: Whyalla
Partial external study available
Full-time program duration in years
Commonwealth-supported
(see page 20 for more information) CSP

Master of

POSTGRADUATE URBAN AND REGIONAL

PLANNING
Take your career to the next NESTED WITH
• Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning
level and gain further skills
* unisa.edu.au/urbanplanning
and knowledge through
ENTRY PROGRAM STRUCTURE
postgraduate study. SATAC .......................................(Master) 4CM004 FIRST YEAR
....................................................... (GradDip) 4GD002
Introduction to Regional and
Program fees ( in 2017)................................ CSP Urban Planning
CRICOS program code................. 071951J* AAD Research Methods
QUALIFICATIONS* *master program Elective
Elective
• Graduate Certificate: 6 months Social Planning and Community Issues
• Graduate Diploma: 1 year Build a rewarding career Transport and Planning
developing sustainable Sustainable Urban Design
• Master: 1–2 years cities and spaces Elective
SECOND YEAR
*study times are approximate and based on a full-time study load Benefit from over 60 years Contemporary Planning Theory
of teaching experience in Transport Policy
the area of planning Planning Research Project 1 N
FIND OUT MORE Sustainable Urban Design Workshop
Expand your knowledge Planning Research Project 2 N
For more information about all of the postgraduate degrees in urban design, and Environmental Impact Assessment N
on offer and for full details on entry requirements visit: environmental, social, Urban Development and Implementation N
heritage, transport and Elective
unisa.edu.au/postgrad
community planning ELECTIVES
Further details about studying with UniSA are also outlined Planning and Professional Ethics
on page 20 of this guide. Opportunities for international Urban Management and Law
field trips and work placements Comparative Planning
Planning Study Visit
Seminar in Sustainability
HOW TO APPLY Policy and Development Assessment
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Workshop N
Go online for all the information you need on applying to Planning for Healthy Cities
study at UniSA by visiting: Urban and regional planner / Urban Regeneration
environmental planner / urban Transport Modelling
unisa.edu.au/apply designer / social and community Planning Work Placement
planner / development assessment Sustainable Development Assessment
planner / natural resource AAD Study Tour
management planner / town AAD Internship
planner / traffic and transport
planner / regional studies
scientist / urban data analyst /
city planner / urban sustainability
planner / urban manager

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
This program is recognised by
the Planning Institute of Australia
(PIA) and enables graduates to
apply for corporate membership
along with training to gain status
as a Professional Certified Planner.
Graduates will also be required to
undertake continuing professional
development offered by PIA.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor degree in
any discipline; or
• Graduate Diploma in Urban and
Regional Planning from the
University of South Australia.

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 Campus: CE: City East, CW: City West, Part-time study available
M: Magill, ML: Mawson Lakes, External study available
MG: Mount Gambier or W: Whyalla
Partial external study available
Full-time program duration in years
Commonwealth-supported
(see page 20 for more information) CSP

Master of Master of

ARCHITECTURE VISUAL ART AND CREATIVE

unisa.edu.au/architecture
ENTRY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
SATAC...............................................................4CM012 • Bachelor of Architectural
Program fees ( in 2017)................................ CSP Studies at the University
CRICOS program code...............060208J of South Australia; or
• Bachelor degree in a
three-year pre-professional
architecture program from a
Gain advanced knowledge
recognised higher education
in architectural theory
institution or equivalent.
and practice, construction
systems, digital media and
ALTERNATIVE ENTRY
sustainable strategies
The University may admit
Conduct studio work, national other applicants who provide
satisfactory evidence of academic
and international field trips,
achievement, which is recognised
online study, workshops
as equivalent to a completed
and master classes Bachelor of Architectural Studies.
Work in world-class design
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
and construction studios
using traditional and FIRST YEAR
digital technologies Architectural Design Studio 7
(Environment)
Co-enrol in the Master of AAD Research Methods
Design focusing on Sustainable Theories and History of Architecture
Design or Design and Construct Architectural Design Studio 8
(Construction)
AAD Research Practices
Elective
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES SECOND YEAR
Architect / heritage consultant / Architectural Design Studio 9
urban designer / project manager Architectural Practice Professional
Elective
PROFESSIONAL Architectural Design Studio 10
ACCREDITATION Architectural Practice Management
Elective
This program is professionally
ELECTIVES
accredited by the Architectural
Practice Board of South Australia AAD Study Tour
and allows students to gain Architectural Thesis 1
registration as an architect Architectural Thesis 2
after completing two years of Environmental Modelling of Architecture
professional practice. Accreditation Integrated Project
demonstrates the achievement of AAD Internship
relevant competencies from the matchstudio Projects: Advanced
Architects Accreditation Council Construction on Sit: Advanced
of Australia National Competency Advanced Design Media PG
Standards in Architecture. Conserving Historical Places
Urban Design (Theory and Practice)
PRACTICE
NESTED WITH
• Graduate Diploma in Visual Art and Creative Practice
* unisa.edu.au/visual-arts
ENTRY PROGRAM STRUCTURE
SATAC...........................................................4CM039*
FIRST YEAR
Program fees ( in 2017)....... A$25,400 pa
CRICOS program code.............048557M*
Design, Production, Presentation
AAD Research Methods
*master program Research Studio 1
Business Practice for Artists and Designers
AAD Research Practices
Build on your creative practice Research Studio 2
in your chosen field SECOND YEAR
Link your practice to
Minor Thesis by Project A
Minor Thesis by Project B
conceptual, theoretical and
studio-based research
Develop important skills
in business, marketing and
financial management
Participate in a mentorship
scheme, undertake client
projects and network with
industry professionals
STUDY FIELDS
• Photo, digital and graphic media
• Curatorship and arts writing
• Painting and drawing
• Spatial studies: public art,
sculpture, textiles, glass,
ceramics, jewellery and metal
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Art administrator / art director /
ceramicist / curator / jewellery
and glass designer / painter /
photographer / printmaker /
sculptor / teacher (with further
study)

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

The Australian Institute of Architects • Bachelor degree from a
recognises this program, and recognised higher education
endorses both student and graduate institution, or equivalent, in
membership. Recognition of the a related discipline; AND
program demonstrates compliance • A portfolio of work and
with the Institute’s Education statement of intent.
Policy Performance Criteria.
Applicants who have completed
the Graduate Diploma in Visual
Art and Creative Practice from
the University of South Australia
are eligible to apply and are not
required to submit a portfolio of
work and statement of intent.

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“
Christopher was working as a paramedic
for nine years before he decided to
study architecture.

“My ambition is to become an

excellent architect.
“This course is well designed, so that if
you challenge yourself and put in the
effort, you’re rewarded with personal
development.
“UniSA is guiding me to be industry
ready, strengthening the beginning of
my career, and challenging me to think
differently, to solve problems using
a strong and evolving toolkit.”
Christopher completed his internship
with the award-winning Mulloway
Studio Architects and an international
exchange with The Chinese University

”
of Hong Kong.

Christopher Pongrac / BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURAL

STUDIES, MASTER OF ARCHITECTURE

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 Campus: CE: City East, CW: City West, Part-time study available
M: Magill, ML: Mawson Lakes, External study available
MG: Mount Gambier or W: Whyalla
Partial external study available
Full-time program duration in years
Commonwealth-supported
(see page 20 for more information) CSP

Master of

DESIGN
SPECIALISATIONS
• Communication Design
• Design and Construct
• Industrial Design
• Interior Architecture
• Sustainable Design

NESTED WITH
• Graduate Diploma in Design

* unisa.edu.au/design

ENTRY INDUSTRIAL DESIGN PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION PROGRAM STRUCTURE

SATAC................................................................ 4CM131* Take a leading role in the innovative Graduates are eligible for Associate FIRST YEAR
Program fees ( in 2017)..................................CSP humanisation of technology Membership of the Design Institute
including the development of Research Studio 1
CRICOS program code..................varies by of Australia, and Membership after
physical products, systems, Elective
specialisation three years of professional practice.
interfaces and environments. Gain OR
*master program Introduction to Sustainable Design
a deeper knowledge of materials
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AAD Research Methods
and processing technologies
used in manufacturing, along • Bachelor degree from a Research Studio 2
Develop advanced skills to with technical skills in digital recognised higher education Elective
become a creative, technical prototyping for the simulation, institution, or equivalent, in OR
and professional designer development and communication a related discipline; AND Consumer Culture, Technology and
of three-dimensional design. • A portfolio of work and Sustainable Design
Undertake Research statement of intent. Elective OR Principles of
INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE Sustainable Design
Studio courses working on Applicants who have completed the SECOND YEAR
individual, interdisciplinary, Develop advanced knowledge Graduate Diploma in Design from (MASTERS STUDENTS ONLY)
and external projects in order to design socially and the University of South Australia Research Studio 3
environmentally responsive interior are eligible to apply and are not Masters Research Project 1
Work in world-class workshops environments that sustain human required to submit a portfolio of Masters Elective
with laser cutters, CNC router existence. Critically review, analyse, work and statement of intent.
identify and propose solutions Research Studio 4
and 3D format printers Masters Research Project 2
to address challenges through Applicants who have completed
various stages of a project, from honours or a postgraduate Masters Elective
Option to complete an industry
conceptual design to production. degree in a related discipline ELECTIVES
placement during your studies Apply both interior design practice may be eligible for study credit to Entrepreneurial Foundations
and broader design principles. complete the program in one year Entrepreneurial Commercialisation
Benefit from industry master full-time or part-time equivalent. Consumer Culture, Technology and
classes and learn from national SUSTAINABLE DESIGN Sustainable Design
and international practitioners Focus on the principles and practices Introduction to Sustainable Design
required for a sustainable approach Principles of Sustainable Design
to design practice that can be AAD Internship
applied to a range of complex Construction on Site: Advanced
COMMUNICATION DESIGN
information systems, problems, Construction in the Workshop: Advanced
Learn to identify and propose
concepts and theories. Learn
solutions for complex
technical and communication skills
communication design challenges.
to design, evaluate, implement
Develop an advanced body of
and analyse developments
knowledge in the principles and
that contribute to sustainable
practices of communication
design in a global context.
design that extend beyond the
visual for a variety of changing
socio-cultural, economic and CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
environmental contexts. Graphic designer / design
consultant / interior architect /
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCT digital media designer / project
Discover the principles and concepts manager / design studio manager /
required for various stages of a advertising executive / sustainable
building project, from its design design consultant / industrial
and documentation through to designer
construction. Develop skills to
critically review and analyse design
and construction processes,
consolidate information, and provide
solutions for multifaceted projects.

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 Doctor of

RESEARCH PHILOSOPHY (PhD)

DEGREES Masters by

RESEARCH
Make a lasting contribution DIVISION OF EDUCATION, ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

to your field through a SCHOOL OF ART, ARCHITECTURE

research degree. AND DESIGN

Thrive in a vibrant ALTERNATIVE ENTRY

QUALIFICATIONS* postgraduate culture
• Masters by Research: 2 years^ Be inspired by visiting
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): 4 years^ scholars and artists
*study times are approximate and based on a full-time study load Be involved in symposia,
work-in-progress seminars
^in total including examination time. Students must be prepared to
and studio critiques
submit 3-6 months prior to official completion of their program.
Access extensive national and
international research links
FIND OUT MORE Work on ground-breaking and
unisa.edu.au/resdegrees industry-relevant research
Other postgraduate and
undergraduate degrees may be
considered for admission into
Masters by Research or Doctor of
Philosophy, with demonstration of
research capabilities via assessment
of relevant quality publications
and professional experience.
Eligibility for entry into a research
program is also subject to an
assessment of the proposed
research, supervisor availability,
and any school or research-specific
eligibility requirements.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS DISCIPLINE AREAS

• Visual Arts
unisa.edu.au/resdegrees-eligibility
• Architecture
• Design
• Urban and Regional Planning
HOW TO APPLY
unisa.edu.au/apply ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
PhD:
• Honours 1, Honours 2A or
an appropriate masters
degree or equivalent

MASTERS:
• Bachelor degree of at
least three years with a
minimum credit average in
a relevant discipline; or
• No tertiary qualifications (some
discipline areas only) eligible
to be considered for admission
with demonstration of research
capabilities via assessment of
relevant quality publications
and professional experience.

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•
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and people with a disability. For more information, contact
equivalent to SACE; or
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24 points. unisa.edu.au/studentservices

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Universities in South Australia offer bonus points to Australian high school
students applying for entry into university via the following schemes:
• The Universities Equity Scheme – provides bonuses for students coming
• experience, mentoring opportunities and even overseas travel.
from specified schools, as well as individuals experiencing disadvantage.
• The Universities Language, Literacy and Mathematics Bonus
•
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complete a language other than English, or specified English and
Mathematics subjects.
Need some help? For further information, visit unisa.edu.au/bonuspoints
or contact Future Student Enquiries by phone (08) 8302 2376 or submit an
enquiry via unisa.edu.au/enquiry
UniSA offers a range of scholarships and grants to support students
from all walks of life. Each year, 2500 students benefit from scholarships
at UniSA, providing financial assistance as well as valuable work
For more information and to check the eligibility criteria, visit:
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unisa.edu.au/apply

UniSA PREFERRED
UniSA Preferred is a scheme that offers guaranteed entry into many FEES
UniSA programs for domestic Year 12, TAFE and other registered
training organisation (RTO) students. If your ATAR (including any All domestic undergraduate students at the University of South
bonus points) or TAFE/RTO award meets the UniSA Preferred score Australia are in Commonwealth-supported places. Students in these
for that program, you have met any prerequisites, and you have listed places pay a contribution of their fees depending on the program
the program as your first preference, you are in. It’s guaranteed. chosen and the contribution band in which those courses are
classified (see table below). The amount of your student contribution
unisa.edu.au/preferred also depends on the unit value of your courses of study.
As per the Australian Government guidelines, the student contribution
amounts for 2017 are:
ALTERNATIVE PATHWAYS
Entering your chosen program straight from high school is not the STUDENT
only pathway into UniSA. Applicants may also meet the minimum CONTRIBUTION
requirements to apply for entry (via competitive selection) through one of BAND AREA OF STUDY
For one year of
the following pathways. full-time load (1 EFTSL)
Tertiary Transfer – completion of at least half a year of full-time
equivalent study, at UniSA or a recognised higher education Humanities, behavioural science,
institution. You can apply using your Grade Point Average (GPA). social studies, foreign languages,
1 $6,349
$0 - $6,349
visual and performing arts, clinical
Higher Education Diploma – completion of a higher education diploma, psychology, nursing and education
from the UniSA College (applicable programs listed on each bachelor
program in this guide), the South Australian Institute of Business and
Technology (SAIBT), or another recognised higher education institution. Computing, built environment, health,
2 engineering, surveying, agriculture, $9,050
$0 - $9,050
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(STAT) score. A personal competencies statement or employment
experience may also be considered for some programs.
TAFE/Registered Training Organisations (RTO) – applicants may be Law, dentistry, medicine, veterinary
eligible for entry with the completion of an award from TAFE or another 3 science, accounting, administration, $10,596
$0 - $10,596
Registered Training Organisation at AQF Certificate IV or above. economics, commerce

UniSA Foundation Studies – completion of the Foundation Studies program
(listed on each applicable bachelor program in this guide) offered by
UniSA College.
Open Universities Australia – completion of at least four Open
Universities Australia (OUA) courses at an undergraduate level or higher.
unisa.edu.au/pathways
Some postgraduate programs are also Commonwealth-supported
(or CSP), while others are full fee-paying (the fees for these are listed on
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 INDUSTRY insight

“
“UniSA graduates have
practical all-round
professional skills, display
good work ethic, and show
initiative and a willingness
to learn. My advice is to get
as much work experience

”
in your studies as possible,
develop a relationship with a
professional mentor and travel
widely to broaden the mind.”

Tony Materne / PARTNER /

MPH ARCHITECTS

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