Doctor of Architecture (Design)

You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, such as plastic-extrusion 3D printers, laser cutters, printmaking studios and 24/7 computer labs.

UWA's strong industry connections provide valuable networking opportunities, internships, and exposure to real-world challenges. You'll work on projects from housing and museums to space stations, and gain hands-on experience with real sites through industry and community engagement opportunities.

You'll be in the same building as other creative disciplines such as architecture, landscape architecture, fine arts, urban design and history of art, placing you in a unique, collaborative and creative hub. As one student noted, the collaborative environment at UWA offers invaluable support, from professors to peers.

You'll be taught by dedicated academic and professional teaching staff who have won national and international awards in teaching and design. With extensive global experience, they are actively shaping the future of design, helping you gain a global perspective into architecture and design.

UWA is ranked #1 in WA for skills development in Architecture and Built Environment and #1 in WA for teaching quality in Architecture and Built Environment according to the Good Universities Guide 2026, and is ranked #77 in the world by QS 2025.