The architects of the future will be responsible for more than just creating buildings. Through innovative design, new technologies and solutions-driven thinking, they will have an impact on the major issues of our time – climate change, population growth, rapid urbanisation … just to name a few!
The vision of the architect is responsible for the creation of the smallest of dwellings through to complex megacities. As such, architecture requires comprehensive skills relating to design, planning, construction, technology, and communication. The architectural process can vary in complexity and scale, enabling architects to undertake a variety of projects from exhibitions, interior refurbishments, and residential dwellings through to public buildings, large scale infrastructure and urban design.
Many architectural graduates establish careers in:
- Design studios
- Virtual environment design (such as gaming, cinema, and animation)
- Web and graphic design
- Fashion
- Advertising
- Industrial design
- Arts management, and
- Visual arts
Graduates of this degree may gain employment in architectural firms, government, construction, development, infrastructure, and planning industries in various roles across Australia and around the world.