Bachelor of Architectural Studies (Honours)

All new candidates should enrol in their degree by the term start date. New candidates may also enrol up to one month before the term start date. For 2026, term start dates include 15 December 2025 (Summer Term), 16 February 2026 (Term 1), 1 June 2026 (Term 2), and 14 September 2026 (Term 3).

Whether you are a domestic or international applicant, you must meet the UNSW English language requirements before submitting an application. You can demonstrate this through English Language Tests and University English Courses, prior study in the medium of English, or other qualifications. If you are applying for a scholarship, you must demonstrate that you meet these requirements before the scholarship deadline.

Finding a supervisor with compatible research interests and working styles is critical to your success as a Higher Degree Research candidate. Most Faculties require applicants to contact potential supervisors before applying. You can search for supervisors and research projects in your area, and if you would like to express your interest in a research project advertised on the website, you should email the primary supervisor with a copy of your CV and academic transcript(s). Once you have found a supervisor, you will have a pre-admission interview to discuss your proposed research project and whether appropriate resources will be available.

There are two types of offer letters. A Conditional Offer means you have met some, but not all, requirements — the conditions you need to meet will be outlined in your offer letter, and you will not be able to accept a conditional offer but are required to upload your remaining documents through Apply Online. An Unconditional Offer means you have met the admission requirements and conditions for entry; you may still be required to meet certain conditions prior to enrolment, and these will be outlined in your offer letter.

Higher Degree Research (HDR) applicants can request to defer for up to one year after the initial offer term. UNSW HDR Scholarship offers may be able to be deferred on a case by case basis (check your scholarship letter for details). Deferrals are only approved where conditions are met, including continuing to meet UNSW entry requirements, and availability of supervision and resources. If you have a conditional offer, you should email domestic.grs@unsw.edu.au or international.grs@unsw.edu.au indicating the new term you wish to start in.