National Institute of Creative Arts and Industries

Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BAS)

Quick facts — BAS

Full-time	3 years	Matt Ritani was awarded a University of Auckland Scholarship and is studying for a Bachelor of Architectural Studies
Points per degree	360
Taught at	City Campus
Application closing date	8 December 2011
Classes start	27 February 2012

Overview

The Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BAS) provides you with a general introduction to architecture and related aspects of design. It forms the first part of the two-tiered programme and is a prerequisite degree for your entry into the professional qualification, the Master of Architecture (Professional)* (MArch(Prof)).

You will undertake design projects in the studio, and take a number of core courses in the fields of architectural media, history and theory of architecture and urbanism, architectural and environmental technology and professional studies. You will also select from electives in architectural media and take two General Education courses.

^{*Recognised by the New Zealand Registered Architects Board (NZRAB), the New Zealand Institute of Architects (NZIA) and the Commonwealth Association of Architects (CAA) for the purposes of applying for registration as a professional architect.}

You can download a degree planner below, which outlines course content and programme structure. Detailed course prescriptions are available in the University Calendar, held in the University Library; or you can purchase one from the University Bookshop or view online.

BAS Degree Planner 2012 (97 KB PDF)
University Calendar (Course prescriptions)
General Education

Highlights

Unique studio-based learning environment.
High quality, research-led teaching.
Digitally-equipped design studios.
Well-established connections with practising architects.
Opportunities to work with community organisations such as Architecture for Humanity or UNESCO.
Access to the outstanding Architecture and Planning Library.

Further study

Master of Architecture (Professional) (MArch(Prof))
Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture (PGDipArch)
Master of Architecture (MArch)
Master of Architecture (MArch) - in Sustainable Design
Master of Planning Practice (MPlanPrac)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)