Master of Architectural Science (High Performance Building)

The University of Sydney

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Master of Architectural Science (High Performance Building)
Duration1.5 Years
LevelMasters Program
  • This program focuses on the emerging area of high-performance buildings with a specialization in sustainable design
  • The students will acquire an evidence-based education on the design, service provision, and operation of buildings in a sustainable manner with a deep knowledge of sustainability principles
  • The primary stream of studies (High-performance buildings) allow the students to pursue or develop an exciting career in the built environment field within a wide range of areas including building services, facilities management, architectural practice, business, sustainable design commercial development, property management, and more
  • Created in close consultation with industry stakeholders, the program will train professionals who can collaborate with designers, construction teams, and facilities managers to achieve sustainable outcomes that raise the bar for the world’s best practice
  • equipped with the professional skills to ensure maximum operational efficiencies, optimal comfort, and ideal health outcomes for occupants of corporate and residential environments
  • The secondary stream of studies (Sustainable design) involves an approach to creating buildings that meet the world’s need to reduce our impact on ecological systems
  • Sustainable design skills are highly demanded by the construction and design industries, environmental consultancies, government agencies, and in the day-to-day operation and management of commercial buildings
  • The integrated approach to Sustainable Design equips the students with the knowledge they need to address sustainability considerations without compromising building functionality or profitability
  • Master of Architectural Science Masterclass session Announcement
  • Topic: Low Carbon Retrofit – Master of Architectural Science Masterclass by Dr. Daniel Ryan (Program Director Master of Architectural Science, The University of Sydney School of Architecture, Design & Planning)
    • Description: In this lecture, we will look at how to make changes to a building to improve its performance and efficiency without affecting the building’s form. We will consider the arguments for undertaking retrofits, the different indicators for retrofits, and what general approaches you can take at different design stages.
    • Time: Feb 16, 2021, 04:00 PM in Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney
    • Link to register https://unisydney.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_my2wbpfDREuzU2DpoUF-BQ
Fees componentsAmount
Tuition & fees2159465 INR
Hostel & Meals1808342 INR
Insurance29672 INR
Student Services and Amenities Fee16995 INR
Residence Application Fee5609 INR
Lifestyle expenses335418 INR
Total2196036 INR

Entry Criteria

Class 12thNo specific cutoff mentioned
BachelorsNo specific cutoff mentioned
  • The applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or possess experience which is considered to demonstrate the knowledge and aptitude required to undertake the course
  • The applicant who completes the Graduate Certificate with a WAM of 70 or higher are able to apply to continue into the Master in Architectural Science in the same course stream
ExamsTOEFL: 96
  • The minimum result of 17 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 19 in Writing

IELTS: 7
  • Minimum result of 6.0 in each band 

PTE: 68
  • With a minimum result of 54 in each band

Additional info
  • Applicants who have undertaken a bachelor’s degree or other approved tertiary qualifications where the instruction for their qualification (teaching, assessment, and examination) was entirely in English will be waived from the English requirement
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