Bachelor of Design (Architecture)
at The University of Newcastle, New South Wales.
A three-year design-focused degree at the Newcastle School of Architecture and Built Environment. Together with the Master of Architecture, this forms the NSW Architects Registration Board accredited path to becoming a registered architect.
ATAR cutoff history
Published cutoff data for the The University of Newcastle Bachelor of Design (Architecture). We never invent figures; entries marked "not published" mean the university or admissions centre has not released a verified cutoff for that intake.
| Intake year | ATAR cutoff | Admissions centre |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 73.55 | UAC |
| 2024 | ATAR cutoff not published | UAC |
| 2023 | ATAR cutoff not published | UAC |
Most recent published cutoff is 73.55 for the 2025 intake.
Prerequisite Year 12 subjects
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Career outcomes
- Graduates typically progress to the two-year Master of Architecture at the University of Newcastle to qualify as a registered architect with the NSW Architects Registration Board.
- First roles after the bachelor include architectural assistant positions in Newcastle, Hunter and Sydney practices, model-making and 3D visualisation work.
- Some graduates move into related fields such as urban design, property development, building design and sustainability consulting.
Professional accreditation
- First component of NSW Architects Registration Board accredited pathway (Bachelor + Master + practical experience)
Sources
Course details are summarised by ExamExplained, not copied from the university. Confirm course content and ATAR cutoffs on the The University of Newcastle handbook and on UAC before applying. Page generated at https://examexplained.com.au/uni/newcastle/bachelor-of-design-architecture.