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Your study
options
explained
Find the right study
option for you, no
matter where you are
in your career.
This guide contains all of the University of
South Australias study options in the art,
architecture and design area, so you can
find the right degree for you.
Maybe youre at the very start of your
university experience, finishing high
school or considering study in an area
that has always interested you. If so, then
an undergraduate degree is probably the
right fit for you.
Perhaps you have been working in your
field for some time and youre looking
to take that next step. A postgraduate
coursework degree can help you further
your career.
Alternatively, you could be a specialist in
your field with something to give back.
Make your mark with a research degree.
Contents
Australias university of enterprise.............................................................................2
Shaping futures, building careers...............................................................................4
Student work............................................................................................................................8
Undergraduate....................................................................10
Your future begins here
Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning (Honours).................................10
Bachelor of Architectural Studies..............................................................................11
Bachelor of Interior Architecture................................................................................11
Bachelor of Visual Arts..................................................................................................... 12
Bachelor of Design (Communication Design)................................................... 13
Bachelor of Design (Product Design) .................................................................... 13
Postgraduate..........................................................................14
Realise your potential
Master of Urban and Regional Planning...............................................................14
Master of Architecture...................................................................................................... 15
Master of Visual Art and Creative Practice...........................................................16
Master of Design...................................................................................................................17
Research.....................................................................................18
Contribute to your field
Doctor of Philosophy, Masters by Research ......................................................19
Study at UniSA the basics........................................................................................ 20
97%
OF OUR RESEARCH AT OR
ABOVE WORLD-CLASS*
THE AUSTRALIAN RESEARCH COUNCILS 2015
EXCELLENCE IN RESEARCH FOR AUSTRALIA (ERA)
*Of ERA assessed research
Australias
university of
enterprise
The University of South Australia is a globally connected and engaged
university, helping solve the problems of industry and the professions.
Our teaching is industry-informed and our research is inventive and
adventurous. We create knowledge that is central to global economic
and social prosperity. We are Australias university of enterprise.
An enterprising spirit
NO. 1
IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA
FOR STUDENT SATISFACTION
2016 GOOD UNIVERSITIES GUIDE
Design
Architecture
The architectural discipline, encompassing architectural studies
and interior architecture, integrates design theory, project-based
investigation, architectural construction and innovation in industry
and practice.
Taught by academic staff who are also practising architects and
interior designers, you will gain a wealth of practical and academic
training and benefit from our strong relationships with the
architecture profession locally, nationally and internationally. You
will explore and develop the relationship between architectural
fields, communication, technology, culture and the environment
through theoretical, methodological and practical application.
unisa.edu.au/architecture
Architecture
2015 QS SUBJECT RANKINGS
STUDY TOURS
COMPETITIONS
EXHIBITIONS
IN AUSTRALIA TO
COMBINE ART, ARCHITECTURE,
DESIGN & PLANNING PRINCIPLES
No. 1 in SA
Designing a
creative career
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Student work
The O-Lamp
Bachelor of
Your future
begins here
Kick start your tertiary
learning and career with
undergraduate study.
Undergraduate study is often the first step in tertiary
learning. It provides an entry point into university and an
introduction to the fundamental skills needed for your future
profession, as well as some more specialised knowledge.
As such, a completed undergraduate qualification is often
a starting point for gaining professional accreditation in
many areas. These include engineering, law, architecture,
physiotherapy, urban and regional planning and more.
unisa.edu.au/future
Qualifications include:*
Diploma: 1-2 years
Associate Degree: 2 years
Bachelor: 3-4 years
Bachelor (Honours): 4 years^
*study times are approximate and based on a full-time study load
^or 1 year in addition to a 3-year bachelor program
Who is it for?
>> High-school leavers
>> Long-term employees seeking a career change
>> Professionals and tradespeople seeking to upskill
>> People from a wide range of backgrounds seeking
to further their employment prospects and/or gain
new knowledge
CE 4 PT
ENTRY
SATAC ......................................................................... 424781
ATAR (Feb 2016 cut-off).........................................65.1
Preferred score (guaranteed entry) ............75
TAFE minimum entry .................................CertIV
CRICOS program code .....................081760M
Prerequisites ......................................................... none
Assumed knowledge ................................... none
Key features
SECOND YEAR
Overview
Career opportunities
FIRST YEAR
THIRD YEAR
Planning Law
Social Planning Techniques
Regional Planning Workshop
Policy and Development
Assessment Workshop N
FOURTH YEAR
Planning and Professional Ethics
Research Theory and Practice
Comparative Planning
Planning Elective 1
Planning Research Study (Hons) 2NE
Planning Elective 2
Professional accreditation
This program is recognised
by the Planning Institute
of Australia (PIA).
Postgraduate pathway
The Master of Urban and Regional
Planning is also available for
graduates who are seeking
to undertake further study.
Campus
CE: City East, CW: City West, M: Magill,
ML: Mawson Lakes, MG: Mount Gambier or W: Whyalla
Architectural Studies D
BAE
CW 3 PX PT
ENTRY
SATAC .........................................................................424441
ATAR (Feb 2016 cut-off)...................................80.85
Preferred score (guaranteed entry) ...........90
TAFE minimum entry .................................CertIV
CRICOS program code ....................060207K
Prerequisites ......................................................... none
Assumed knowledge ................................... none
FIRST YEAR
Key features
SECOND YEAR
Overview
The three-year Bachelor of
Architectural Studies and twoyear Master of Architecture are
engaging and rewarding programs
for students interested in design
and the built environment. Together,
these programs constitute a
professionally accredited education,
providing students with the creative
and technical skills to work as
graduates of architecture, leading
to registration as professionally
accredited architects.
As part of this degree students
will have the opportunity to take
part in the award-winning Design
and Construct course, in which
students design and then construct
community buildings in remote
locations in Australia and overseas.
Career opportunities
Areas where graduates find
employment include:
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architecture
construction management
education
heritage consultant
project management
research and academia.
Professional accreditation
The Bachelor of Architectural
Studies provides graduates with
the prerequisite competencies and
knowledge required to apply for
entry into the Master of Architecture.
THIRD YEAR
Architectural Design Studio 5
(Construction)
Architecture and Technology
Free Elective
Architectural Design Studio 6
(Integrated)
Architecture and Ecology
Contemporary Design Theory
Professional recognition
The Master of Architecture (see
page 15 for more information)
is recognised by the Australian
Institute of Architects.
Honours
A one-year Bachelor of Art and
Design (Honours) is available to
high achieving students. Students
will be selected on academic
merit in accordance with
University policies. Other selection
criteria may apply. Completion
of Honours does not lead to
registration as an Architect.
Students must complete
the Master of Architecture
degree to achieve this.
Bachelor of
Interior Architecture D
BIR
CW 4 PX PT
ENTRY
SATAC ....................................................................... 424081
ATAR (Feb 2016 cut-off).................................... 64.25
Preferred score (guaranteed entry) ..........80
TAFE minimum entry .................................CertIV
CRICOS program code .....................024202C
Prerequisites ......................................................... none
Assumed knowledge ................................... none
FIRST YEAR
Key features
SECOND YEAR
Overview
The Bachelor of Interior Architecture
produces graduates capable of
designing and implementing
creative, socially and environmentally
sustainable settings which positively
impact the way people live and
work. The program focuses on the
integration of design research,
theory and practice. It is also
unique in offering courses in
the expanding field of furniture
design which provide hands-on
experience in the production
and fabrication of furniture.
You will have the opportunity to work
on real-life projects with community
groups and you will undertake
work placements throughout your
studies. You will be matched with
a design mentor to support you in
your final year and your transition
into professional practice.
Career opportunities
Some of the roles graduates
may find work as include:
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interior designer
design consultant
event designer
furniture designer
project manager.
Digital Media
Theory of the Modern Interior
Interior Architecture Studio 3: Work
Placement (Multi Media)
Undergraduate
Bachelor of
Interior Detailing
Multi Media representation
Interior Architecture Studio 4: Work
Placement (Detail)
THIRD YEAR
Interior Architecture
Research Studies
Free Elective
Interior Architecture Studio 5: Work
Placement (Multidisciplinary)
Interior Technologies
Art, Architecture and Design
Elective 1
Interior Architecture Studio 6:
Work Placement (Workplace
Environments)
FOURTH YEAR
Professional Management
Interior Architecture Research
Studies Advanced
Interior Architecture Studio 7:
Atmospheres
Design Studio Research
Art, Architecture and Design
Elective 2
Interior Architecture Studio 8:
Advanced (Social Sustainability)
Honours
The fourth-year Honours in
interior architecture is available
for high achieving students.
Students will be selected
on academic merit during
their third year in accordance
with University policies.
Professional recognition
Graduates of this program are
eligible for Associate Membership
of the Design Institute of Australia.
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Bachelor of
Visual Arts D
BVS
CW 3 PX PT
ENTRY
SATAC .........................................................................424381
ATAR (Feb 2016 cut-off)...................................... 60.2
Preferred score (guaranteed entry) ............75
TAFE minimum entry .................................CertIV
CRICOS program code ......................varies by
specialisation
Prerequisites ......................................................... none
Assumed knowledge ................................... none
Key features
>> Develop and enrich your
creativity, research and
innovation, through intensive
studio practice in your chosen
specialisation.
>> Access custom-built workshops
and studio spaces supported
by a state-of-the-art library
that includes the largest
collection of art, craft and
design resources in the state.
>> Learn from world-class (2015
Excellence in Research
Australia rated 3) researchers in
Visual Arts and Crafts.
Overview
The Bachelor of Visual Arts is South
Australias most prestigious and
comprehensive undergraduate
visual arts qualification.
Artistic ambition
With an ambition to work in the visual arts industry
and the desire to pursue her passion, Lizzy decided to
study the Bachelor of Visual Arts, specialising in art
history and theory.
I was interested in studying at UniSA as the School (of
Art, Architecture and Design) has an illustrious history
with many notable graduates.
I have had a really positive experience with the
teaching staff in my degree. I have felt supported
to take risks and to think seriously about my career
beyond the classroom setting. During my Honours
year I undertook an internship as a Curatorial Intern
at the Womens and Childrens Hospital, for the Arts
in Health program. This experience allowed me to
develop my skills and see myself as a professional.
I have enjoyed being challenged by my studies and
it was so rewarding to have my hard work validated
through receiving the University of South Australia
Medal for Outstanding Academic Achievement.
Lizzy Emery
Bachelor of Visual Arts (Honours)
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ceramics
drawing
glass
jewellery and metal
painting
photography
printmaking
sculpture
visual art history and theory.
FIRST YEAR
Foundation Studio
Visual Inquiry
Reading Visual Culture 1
AAD Specialisation 1
Visual Arts Elective 1
Visual Arts Elective 2
Reading Visual Culture 2
SECOND YEAR
AAD Specialisation 2
Visual Arts Elective 3
Visual Arts Elective 4
Australian Art: Image, Issues
and Identity
AAD Specialisation 3
Free Elective
Indigenous Art, Culture and Design
THIRD YEAR
AAD Specialisation 4
Visual Arts Elective 5
Visual Arts Professional Practice
AAD Specialisation 5
Visual Arts Elective 6
Contemporary Art and
Visual Culture
Career opportunities
A career in visual arts provides
opportunities to work in a wide
range of roles including:
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art director
art historian
art reviewer
ceramicist
jewellery and glass designer
painter
photographer
printmaker
sculptor
teacher
visual artist.
Honours
A one-year Bachelor of Art and
Design (Honours) program is
available to high achieving
students. Students will be
selected on academic merit
in accordance with University
policies. Other selection criteria
may apply.
Become a teacher
If you would like to find out how
to use your degree to become a
secondary art teacher, visit
unisa.edu.au/become-a-teacher
Campus
CE: City East, CW: City West, M: Magill,
ML: Mawson Lakes, MG: Mount Gambier or W: Whyalla
Bachelor of
CW 3 PX PT
ENTRY
SATAC ..........................................................................424151
ATAR (Feb 2016 cut-off)......................................61.25
Preferred score (guaranteed entry) ............75
TAFE minimum entry .................................CertIV
CRICOS program code ........................023813F
Prerequisites ......................................................... none
Assumed knowledge ................................... none
Key features
FIRST YEAR
Design Foundation Studio
Introductory Drawing for Design
Reading Visual Culture: Design
History and Theory
Communication Design Studio 1
Design, Culture and Society 1
Computer Graphics and Imaging
for Design
SECOND YEAR
Overview
Career opportunities
Graduates of this program
enjoy exciting careers working
in a variety of roles such as:
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THIRD YEAR
Communication Design Studio 4
Communication Design
Theory Elective
Design Elective
Professional recognition
Graduates of this program are
eligible for Associate Membership
of the Design Institute of Australia
Honours
A one-year Bachelor of Art and
Design (Honours) is available
to high achieving students.
Students will be selected on
academic merit in accordance
with University policies. Other
selection criteria may apply.
Bachelor of
Key features
>> Our teaching staff are
practising professionals with
strong links to industry and
many hold positions within
professional organisations
including the Global Design
Network.
>> Graduates of this program have
worked for a variety of global
companies including Dyson,
Electrolux and Adidas.
Overview
The Bachelor of Design (Product
Design) is the first step towards
becoming an industrial designer. To
be a professional industrial designer,
students are required to complete
a three-year undergraduate degree
and a Master of Design. Industrial
designers create the form and
function of the thousands of
products people use every day.
These include: electronic devices,
appliances for the home, more
efficient workplace products, tools
for safer and more effective industrial
applications, sports equipment to
improve safety and performance,
fashion accessories, new car
concepts, toy and game designs,
furniture and medical equipment.
The degree has a strong emphasis
on hands-on, practical experience
through design studios, model
making and prototyping and the
opportunity for international study.
Career opportunities
Some roles and functions
graduates may perform include:
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computer drafting
entrepreneur
freelance designer
furniture designer
manufacturing
technical illustrator
research and academia.
FIRST YEAR
Design Foundation Studio
Technical Communication for
Product Design
Drawing for Product Design
Product Design Studio 2 (Principles)
Computer Graphics and Imaging
for Design
Engineering Drawing with
SolidWorks
SECOND YEAR
Undergraduate
Design
(Communication Design) D
BVC
THIRD YEAR
Product Design Studio 5 (Usability)
High Volume Manufacture for
Product Design
Art, Architecture and Design
Elective
Product Design Studio 6
(Manufacturing)
Design, Culture and Society 2
Free Elective
Professional recognition
Graduates of this program are
eligible for Associate Membership
of the Design Institute of Australia.
Graduates are eligible for full
membership of the Design
Institute of Australia after two
years of professional practice.
Honours
A one-year Bachelor of Art and
Design (Honours) is available
to high achieving students.
Students will be selected on
academic merit in accordance
with University policies. Other
selection criteria may apply.
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Master of
Realise your
potential
Take your career to the next
level with postgraduate
coursework.
Coursework degrees provide advanced professional and
technical skills that extend beyond the fundamental
knowledge and skills taught at undergraduate level. They
are an ideal way to gain the further skills and knowledge
needed to pursue positions in management and also provide
a competitive edge in the job market.
Qualifications are available at graduate certificate, graduate
diploma and master levels, with varying durations and entry
requirements depending on the level of study. Flexible
modes including part-time and full-time study options, as
well as on-campus and online delivery, are available to help
you balance your studies with your life.
unisa.edu.au/postgrad
Qualifications include:*
Graduate Certificate: 6 months
Graduate Diploma: 1 year
Master: 12 years
*study times are approximate and based on a full-time study load.
Who is it for?
>> Recent university graduates
>> Qualified professionals seeking specialised knowledge
in their field
>> Unqualified professionals who have significant work
experience and are looking to undertake study in their field
CE 2 *
ENTRY
SATAC ............................................(Master) 4CM004
............................................................(GradDip) 4GD002
Start date (SP=study period) ...............SP2 SP5
Program fees ............................................................ CSP
CRICOS program code .......................071951J*
*master program
Key features
>> Planning employment rates
continue to exceed the
Australian average.*
>> Opportunities for international
field trips and work placements
>> More than 60 years of
education experience in
planning.
*2013 Australian Graduates Survey
Overview
Planners undertake challenging
and exciting work in a variety of
spheres at local, national and
international levels, and are involved
in a diverse range of professional
activities including urban design
and environmental, social, heritage,
transport and community planning
including the development of
sustainable cities. This program has
a graduate diploma nested within it
allowing you to easily transition from
this into the master program upon
completion of the graduate diploma.
Career opportunities
Previous graduates have found
work in state and national
agencies on projects such as:
>> planning and design of new towns
and suburbs
>> energy-efficient housing
>> new public transport services
>> assessment of development
proposals in local and state
government
>> the protection of heritage
buildings and landscapes
>> coastal planning.
Opportunities also exist in the
private sector including planning
consultancy companies and property
and urban development companies.
Professional recognition
Recognised by the Planning
Institute of Australia (PIA), this
program provides full exemption
from the educational requirements
for PIA membership. Holding
this professionally accredited
qualification enables graduates to
apply for corporate membership
FIRST YEAR
Introduction to Regional and
Urban Planning
Research Theory and Practice
Elective
Elective
Social Planning and
Community Issues
Transport and Planning
Sustainable Urban Design
Elective
SECOND YEAR
Contemporary Planning Theory
Transport Policy
Planning Research Project 1 N
Sustainable Urban Design
Workshop
Planning Research Project 2 N
Environmental Impact Assessment N
Urban Development and
Implementation N
Elective
ELECTIVES
Planning and Professional Ethics
Urban Management and Law
Comparative Planning
Planning Study Visit
Seminar in Sustainability
Policy and Development
Assessment Workshop N
Planning for Healthy Cities
Urban Regeneration
Transport Modelling
Planning Work Placement
Sustainable Development
Assessment
Entry requirements
Applicants are required to:
>> hold a degree in any discipline
with a credit average or above,
or equivalent; or
>> have completed the Graduate
Diploma in Urban and Regional
Planning.
Campus
CE: City East, CW: City West, M: Magill,
ML: Mawson Lakes, MG: Mount Gambier or W: Whyalla
Master of
Architecture D
MAE
CW 2
ENTRY
SATAC ......................................................................4CM012
Start date (SP=study period) ..........................SP2
CRICOS program code .................... 060208J
FIRST YEAR
Key features
Overview
This program provides not
only a focused and accredited
education in architecture, but
also an understanding of the role
of the architect in contemporary
society. Students gain specific
advanced knowledge and skills
in construction systems, digital
media, sustainable strategies,
architectural practice and the
historical and theoretical contexts
which shape our built environment.
The design of speculative, complex
and experimental projects in
studio is coupled with research
and learning in the field.
In addition, the program has a
strong practical and industry focus,
with studio work, national and
international field trips, online study,
workshops, masterclasses and the
opportunity to study overseas.
Career opportunities
Graduates may find employment
in roles such as:
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architect
urban designer
heritage consultant
construction and project manager
researcher and academic.
SECOND YEAR
Architectural Design Studio 9
Architectural Practice Professional
Elective
Architectural Design Studio 10
Architectural Practice Management
Elective
Entry requirements
Entry into the Master of
Architecture program is
competitive, based on academic
merit, and subject to quota.
It requires the successful
completion of the Bachelor of
Architectural Studies program
at the University of South
Australia or a bachelor degree
in a three-year pre-professional
architecture program from a
recognised higher education
institution or equivalent.
Alternative entry
The University may admit
other applicants who provide
satisfactory evidence of
academic achievement which
the University recognises as
equivalent to a completed
Bachelor of Architectural Studies.
Professional accreditation
This program is professionally
accredited by the Architectural
Practice Board of South Australia,
endorsing the architecture
qualifications of graduates
required for registration as
an architect. Accreditation
demonstrates the achievement
of relevant competencies from
the Architects Accreditation
Council of Australia (AACA)
National Competency
Standards in Architecture.
Professional recognition
The Australian Institute of
Architects (AIA) recognises
the program, endorsing
architecture qualifications
required for membership of
the AIA, including student
and graduate membership.
Recognition of the program
demonstrates compliance
with the Institutes Education
Policy Performance Criteria.
Creative expression
Postgraduate
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Master of
FIRST YEAR
Key features
Overview
These unique nested programs allow
you to build your creative practice in
your chosen specialisation, as you
work on innovative, contemporary,
individual and collaborative studio
practices within an academic
context. You will develop important
skills in business and financial
management to ensure you can
succeed in your chosen fields across
visual arts and creative practice.
These fields include:
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Career opportunities
A passion rewarded
I found the program at UniSA to be best suited my
needs in comparison to other tertiary courses. I have
been able to develop knowledge and skills in new
creative fields. The facilities available on campus, such
as the technical workshops, laser cutter and 2D and 3D
printers, were extremely beneficial in my studies.
Alysha Menzel
Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication) and
Master of Design (Visual Communication)
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artist
arts writer and critic
curator
designer
illustrator
studio practitioner
other creative professions where
linkages to research and practice
are required.
SECOND YEAR
(MASTERS STUDENTS ONLY)
Minor Thesis by Project A
Minor Thesis by Project B
Entry requirements
Applicants must have completed
a three-year bachelor degree from
a recognised higher education
institution, or equivalent, in a
related discipline. Applicants
must submit a portfolio of work
and statement of intent.
Alternatively, for entry into the
graduate diploma, applicants
will be considered who have not
completed a bachelors degree
but who have a minimum of
seven years full-time professional
experience in a related discipline.
Applicants who have completed
the Graduate Diploma in Visual
Art and Creative Practice or the
Graduate Diploma in Visual Art
and Design from the University
of South Australia are eligible
to apply and are not required
to submit a portfolio of work
and statement of intent.
Campus
CE: City East, CW: City West, M: Magill,
ML: Mawson Lakes, MG: Mount Gambier or W: Whyalla
Master of
Design D
MSP
Nested with:
Graduate Diploma in Design (DGSP)
Key features
>> This dynamic program equips
you with the creative, technical
and professional skills to work
as a graduate designer in a
wide variety of fields.
>> Undertake a professional work
placement during the course
of study.
Overview
These nested programs provide
students with an advanced,
comprehensive understanding of
the changing contexts in which
they are designing, as they develop
the professional skills required to
respond to contemporary issues
in their chosen specialisation.
The focus of these programs is on
the Design Research Studio courses
which allow students to undertake
design studies via individual and
interdisciplinary projects, internal
consultancies and external projects.
Specialisations
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communication design
design + construct
industrial design
interior architecture
sustainable design.
Career opportunities
Some of the areas graduates
of this program may find
employment in include:
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design studio
consultancy
manufacturing
project management
advertising
public relations and marketing
organisations.
FIRST YEAR
Design Research Studio 1
Design Internship OR Introduction
to Sustainable Design
Elective OR Consumer Culture,
Technology and Sustainable
Design
Design Research Studio 2
AAD Research Methods
Elective OR Principles of
Sustainable Design
SECOND YEAR
(MASTERS STUDENTS ONLY)
Design Research Studio 3
Masters Project Report 1
Masters Elective
Design Research Studio 4
Masters Project Report 2
Masters Elective
Entry requirements
Applicants must have completed
a three-year bachelor degree from
a recognised higher education
institution, or equivalent, in a
related discipline. Applicants
must also submit a portfolio of
work and statement of intent.
Applicants who have completed
the Graduate Diploma in
Design from the University of
South Australia are eligible
to apply and are not required
to submit a portfolio of work
or statement of intent.
Professional recognition
Graduates of these programs are
eligible for Associate Membership
of the Design Institute of Australia.
Graduates are eligible for full
membership of the Design
Institute of Australia after three
years of professional practice.
Innovative designs
Practical experience led Robert to design an awardwinning medical training aid which is currently
licensed to and produced by German company VBM
Medizintechnik.
Postgraduate
CW 2 *
ENTRY
SATAC ..................................................................... 4CM131*
Start date (SP=study period) ..............SP2 SP5
CRICOS program code ......................varies by
specialisation
*master program
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Contribute to
your field
Make a lasting contribution
to the body of knowledge in
your field.
Research degrees are an advanced program of study that
allow you to investigate a topic with relevance to your field.
Under the supervision of world-class researchers you will
investigate and apply advanced research methodologies
to produce new knowledge and provide solutions to
challenges within your discipline area.
unisa.edu.au/resdegrees
Qualifications include:*
Masters by Research: 2 years^
Professional Doctorate: 4 years
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): 4 years^
*study times are approximate and based on a full-time study load.
^in total including examination time. Students must be prepared to
submit 3-6 months prior to official completion of their program.
Who is it for?
>> Recent university graduates who have completed
Honours or Masters by Research study (for PhD and
Professional Doctorates)
>> Qualified professionals seeking to make new advances
and contribute to the body of knowledge in their field
(for Masters by Research)
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Doctor of
Philosophy M
PHD
Masters by
Research M
MRD
>> Access extensive national and
international research links.
>> Work on ground-breaking,
industry-relevant research.
>> Study within an area which
excites you and brings
out your passion.
Overview
Undertake a research degree within
UniSAs Division of Education,
Arts and Social Sciences and
tap into extensive national and
international research links. The
Division is committed to undertaking
ground-breaking research,
often working collaboratively
with community, employers,
professional groups and industry.
Entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements to
be considered eligible for entry
into a research program include:
>> Honours 1, Honours 2A or an
appropriate masters degree
or equivalent eligible to be
considered for admission into
PhD, or Professional Doctorate.
>> Bachelor degree students
with a relevant bachelor
degree of at least three years
with a minimum credit average
are eligible to be considered
for admission into Masters
by Research.
>> Other postgraduate and
undergraduate degrees
eligible to be considered
for admission into Masters
by Research, or, PhD or
Professional Doctorate with
the demonstration of research
capabilities via an assessment
of relevant quality publications
and professional experience.
>> No tertiary qualifications (some
discipline areas only) eligible
to be considered for admission
into Masters by Research with
the demonstration of research
capabilities via an assessment
of relevant quality publications
and professional experience.
Note: eligibility for entry into a
research program is also subject
to an assessment of the proposed
research, the availability of
a supervisor and any school
or research-specific eligibility
requirements.
An enticing challenge
Nathan discovered an interest in interior architecture
theory while writing his Honours thesis. He wanted to
explore the impact his ideas and research could have
for both the teaching environment and his own
studio practice.
I enjoyed studying my undergraduate degree, and
had established strong connections with the staff in
the program. I was encouraged by their support and
interest in my ideas, particularly as UniSA is the only
university in the state to offer interior architecture.
I was also enticed by the challenge of thinking at a
PhD level!
As my ideas are new and constantly evolving, I
feel that the environment at UniSA, physically and
academically, is the most aligned with my interests
and needs as an emerging thinker in the field. Having
the freedom and the dedicated time to broaden
my knowledge and then find applications for those
insights is very rewarding.
Nathan Crane
Doctor of Philosophy (Interior Architecture)
Postgraduate Research
Key features
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