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ARCH10-133: Introduction to Professional Practice and Immersion

Description

This subject requires students to undertake a short workplace immersion experience at an architectural practice to observe and develop an understanding of the role of an architect and the day-to-day activities necessary to the profession. Students will undertake intensive seminars to prepare for their placement, including an introduction to architecture professional practice.

Subject details

Type: Undergraduate Subject
Code: ARCH10-133
EFTSL: 0.063
Faculty: Faculty of Society and Design
Semesters offered:
  • May 2026 [Standard Offering]
Credit: 5
Study areas:
  • Architecture
Subject fees:
  • Commencing in 2026: $2,300.00
  • Commencing in 2026: $3,130.00

Learning outcomes

  1. Explain the principles of the professional practice environment, the role and responsibility of an architect.
  2. Explain the basic project procurement cycle, the roles of a construction project team, and the purposes of relevant statutory bodies.
  3. Apply graphic skills to curate a portfolio and CV for work placement.
  4. Demonstrate experience gained in a real-world workplace setting.

Enrolment requirements

Requisites:

Nil

Restrictions: This subject is not available to
  • Study Abroad Students

This subject is not available as a general elective. To be eligible for enrolment, the subject must be specified in the students’ program structure.

Subject dates

  • Standard Offering
    Enrolment opens: 22/03/2026
    Semester start: 18/05/2026
    Subject start: 18/05/2026
    Last enrolment: 31/05/2026
    Teaching census: 12/06/2026
    Withdraw - Financial: 13/06/2026
    Withdraw - Academic: 04/07/2026
Standard Offering
Enrolment opens: 22/03/2026
Semester start: 18/05/2026
Subject start: 18/05/2026
Last enrolment: 31/05/2026
Teaching census: 12/06/2026
Withdraw - Financial: 13/06/2026
Withdraw - Academic: 04/07/2026