Diploma of Design (2-Trimesters), Leading to Bachelor of the Built Environment in Architecture

Navitas Group - University of Canberra College

Australia,Australian Capital Territory

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36 Months

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CAD 31,500/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Sep 2025

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Australia, Australian Capital Territory

Type: College

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1930

Total Students: 0 +

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Building 5, Bruce ACT 2617, Australia

Diploma of Design (2-Trimesters), Leading to Bachelor of the Built Environment in Architecture

Program Overview

If you don’t yet meet the entry requirements for the UC course you’re aiming for, UC College’s diplomas –  also known as higher education diplomas – will provide you with an introduction to your chosen study area. They act as an alternative entry pathway for admission to UC undergraduate courses and prepare you for university study.


Diploma of Design
Unleash your creativity and innovation with our Diploma of Design. Created for those seeking a pathway to a Design degree, this course will introduce you to the fundamentals of design thinking, processes, tools and technology. At the end of this course, you'll be able to apply to the faculty of Arts and Design's suite of design degrees, from which you can hone-in on any the design field of your choice. 

Study our Diploma of Design at UC and you will:

  • Learn creative thinking skills
  • Develop an understanding of visual communication
  • Become familiar with design technology
  • Be introduced to 2D and 3D design
  • Investigate and develop design projects
  • Work in a design studio environment.
  • Develop the knowledge and skills needed to enter the design industry.

On successful completion of the Diploma of Design, you’ll receive up to 24 credit points (one year) of advanced standing into the second year of the following Bachelor of the Built Environment (Architecture) at the University of Canberra.


Bachelor of the Built Environment (Architecture)
Bachelor of Built Environment (Architecture) will connect you with the skills and knowledge necessary to begin your journey towards becoming an architect in a rapidly changing globalised era.

Immerse yourself into an ever-evolving world where ideas are brought to life through design, creativity, digital imagination and technical realisation. Help shape the world around us and make an important contribution to the promotion of a more sustainable built environment.

Discover the power and possibility that comes from working in collaborative Architectural studios while exploring the history and theory, technology, digital production and communication methods embedded in this discipline. Plus, you’ll do so while learning from Canberra’s unique built environment, one of the most internationally recognised designed cities.

Study a Bachelor of the Built Environment (Architecture) at UC and you will:

  • Develop an informed critique of architecture as both a creative and professional practice
  • Understand the ethical responsibilities of the profession to society and the environment
  • Formulate architectural design proposals underpinned by rigorous analysis, critique and reflection
  • Apply a range of contemporary and agile skills that inform interpretive, compositional and technical outcomes.


Work Integrated Learning
Work Integrated Learning is embedded in this course, providing you with opportunities for direct industry engagement during each stage of your degree. A feature of the course includes engaging with leading design professionals and industry practitioners to gain valuable real-world architectural experience by delivering a series of ‘live’ projects. Internships at local, national and international architecture firms are also promoted.

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