Graduate Certificate in Architectural Science - Sustainable Design in Darlington Australia | The University of Sydney

The University of Sydney | Darlington Australia
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD 22,750
(c. USD16,009.65)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
6 months

This program is designed for professionals in design and the built environment who want to expand their expertise in sustainable design practices. As a sustainability specialist, you'll have access to diverse career opportunities within the built environment sector. The curriculum primarily features intensive block teaching sessions spanning multiple full days. Architectural Science practitioners, with their deep understanding of building physics, significantly influence the functionality, visual appeal, and performance of architectural spaces. Sustainable Design experts play a vital role in creating energy-efficient, eco-conscious structures and upgrading existing buildings to meet modern environmental standards. These professionals ensure sustainable concepts are properly implemented throughout the construction process and beyond. Through this Sustainable Design program, you'll refine your skills by drawing on the Faculty's specialized knowledge of the built environment. Our foundational approach equips you to not only conduct energy assessments and building evaluations but also to critically analyze and improve sustainable construction methodologies. You'll benefit from site visits and international collaborations facilitated by research-focused faculty members. Our strong industry connections provide internship opportunities with top firms and consultancies. The program offers numerous elective options to explore sustainable design applications across architecture, urban planning, building services, and facilities management. The Graduate Certificate serves as a stepping stone to the more comprehensive graduate diploma program. Additional program information (including course planning tools, credit applications, and scheduling details) is available on the Faculty of Architecture, Design & Planning website. The Graduate Certificate of Architectural Science (Sustainable Design) launches your career in architecture, urban design, planning, facilities management, and related fields, frequently serving as a pathway to advanced studies in this discipline.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

Admission to this course requires:

bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney, or an equivalent qualification.

Graduate Certificate students may apply to upgrade to the Diploma or Masters at the completion of their program (with a weighted average mark of at least 70).

IELTS score: A minimum result of 6.5 overall and a minimum result of 6.0 in each band

TOEFL - IBT score: A minimum result of 85 overall including a minimum result of 17 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 19 in Writing

Pearsons Test of English: A minimum result of 61 overall and a minimum result of 54 in each band

Tuition AUD 22,750

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