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Architecture and Building Design

Study Building Design at Melbourne Polytechnic and design our future cities.

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Innovate the built environment with creative design solutions

Learn to create the world of the future with a focus on creativity, sustainability, and innovation when you study Building Design at Melbourne Polytechnic.

The building design of a project is vital to a successful building project. You will learn practical and creative skills, including performing measurements and calculations, technical drawing, producing computer-aided drawings, building materials and construction techniques and materials, business management, specification writing, residential building codes and standards, sustainable building design, and managing project administration.

Our comprehensive courses in building design offer real-world experience, so you’ll enter the industry with confidence. Graduates may find work in project administration or team leadership, drafting, architecture, or building and construction.

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After having researched many other providers I felt Melbourne Polytechnic is the best for me to pursue my career goal.
Eric Law
Architecture Degree
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