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Master of Design in Architecture and Design
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
- Melbourne, Australia
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A two-year research master degree in architecture and design completed under academic supervision.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop discipline-specific knowledge and practical skills in Design in Architecture and Design in Research. Apply relevant theories
- Methods
- And tools to academic and professional problems. Communicate evidence-based findings and solutions effectively. Prepare for further study or employment related to Design in Architecture and Design in Research.
Career outcomes
- Further study at PhD level
- Senior leadership and management research-based positions in government
- Non-government and corporate organisations
Curriculum
- Research degree completed under supervision: a compulsory research methods or core coursework in research design
- Training in research integrity and ethics
- Optional qualitative and quantitative technique studies
- And a thesis or project showing a contribution to the field. Two years full-time.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor degree of at least four years with honours (research component) and a distinction average
- Or equivalent
- Supervisor agreement and a research proposal are required.
Accepted academic background
Honours bachelor or master degree with research component (distinction average).
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- PTE Academic 58
- Cambridge 176
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Bachelor degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- Passport copy
- English proficiency evidence
- Curriculum vitae or resume
- Personal statement
- References and program-specific supporting documents when required.
How to apply
- Check entry requirements and find a research project and two supervisors. Apply online through RMIT's Application Portal (no application fee for research degrees). Intake is continuous
- With scholarship closing dates. Upload transcripts
- Certificates
- English test evidence and a research proposal naming two supervisors. Supervisor agreement or interview as required. Accept the offer and pay the deposit stated in the offer letter (may include OSHC). Get the Confirmation of Enrolment and apply for a student visa (subclass 500) with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $46,080 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | $5,000 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Melbourne City |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Design and Social Context |
| Department | School of Architecture and Urban Design |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 192 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT University) may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
3 Mar 2027
110 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 3 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $46,080 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The deposit is $5,000 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 58, Cambridge 176.