2026-11-02 · Diana Chu
Bachelor of Design in Architecture at Bond: a facts-first guide for international applicants
Bond's Bachelor of Design in Architecture requires an ATAR of 75 or an IB Diploma score of 26.
Bond University’s Bachelor of Design in Architecture (program code SD-90009, CRICOS 0101291) is a Bachelor Degree in the study area of Architecture. It takes 2 years (6 semesters) and is taught on campus at the Gold Coast Campus.
Intake dates
The intakes are listed in this order:
- September 2026, On-Campus, Gold Coast Campus
- January 2027, On-Campus, Gold Coast Campus
- May 2027, On-Campus, Gold Coast Campus
- September 2027, On-Campus, Gold Coast Campus
International tuition fees
For 2026 entry, tuition is AUD 25,040 per semester and AUD 150,240 for the total program.
For 2027 entry, tuition is AUD 26,200 per semester and AUD 157,200 for the total program.
Tuition varies with the subjects chosen and the year of entry.
Admission scores
- ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank): 75, as an Australian Year 12 qualification or equivalent Selection Rank.
- IB (International Baccalaureate Diploma): 26, as the IB Diploma and total aggregate score achieved.
Students in the final year of secondary school in Australia, or Year 13 in New Zealand, can apply for early entry. They can receive an offer to study at Bond before completing their studies or sitting their final exams.
English language requirements
- IELTS Academic: overall score 6.5 with no sub score less than 6.0.
- PTE Academic: overall score 58 with no Communicative Scores below 50.
Credit structure
- Compulsory subject credit points: 220.
- Elective subject credit points: 20.
- Total credit points: 240.
Qualifications listed by region
- China: Advanced Placement (AP) and High School Completion.
- Taiwan: Senior High School Leaving Certificate (Academic Senior III).
Fees, intakes and entry requirements follow Bond University’s official figures for the year of entry.