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Your way to UTS: Diploma of Design & Architecture - Domestic

There’s more than one way to UTS design and architecture There’s more than one way to UTS design and architecture

There’s more than one way to UTS design and architecture

Studying design or architecture with us unlocks a world of possibilities

Over 35 years - Experience in pathway education

Over 35 years

Experience in pathway education

Over 90% - Of our graduates successfully progress to UTS

Over 90%

Of our graduates successfully progress to UTS

Over 28,000 alumni - Have successfully progressed to UTS in the last 15 years

Over 28,000 alumni

Have successfully progressed to UTS in the last 15 years

Get more out of your first-year degree 

Whether you’re in Year 12 right now or thinking about returning to study, UTS College can help you take that next step. Study a Diploma of Design and Architecture with us and gain direct entry into a UTS design or architecture degree with 36 credit points*. Plus, you’ll also get:  

More support - to unlock the skills and confidence to succeed personally and academically

More support

to unlock the skills and confidence to succeed personally and academically

More credentials - where you’ll graduate with no time lost and an extra qualification (tertiary education diploma and degree)

More credentials

where you’ll graduate with no time lost and an extra qualification (tertiary education diploma and degree)

More options - complete your diploma then either fast-track to second year at UTS and use your diploma to start building real work experience

More options

complete your diploma then either fast-track to second year at UTS and use your diploma to start building real work experience

Why study a Diploma of Design and Architecture?

Guaranteed entry into first-year UTS with a reduced study load.
Guaranteed entry into first-year UTS with a reduced study load.
Gain 36 credit points towards your UTS degree.
Gain 36 credit points towards your UTS degree.
No ATAR needed. Qualify with an HSC subject average of 67% for entry.
No ATAR needed. Qualify with an HSC subject average of 67% for entry.
Studio-based learning. Plus, create your own design exhibition.
Studio-based learning. Plus, create your own design exhibition.
Two streams. Choose between architecture or design.
Two streams. Choose between architecture or design.
Two qualifications. Gain a diploma and degree at end of your studies.
Two qualifications. Gain a diploma and degree at end of your studies.

What's happening

Thu
21
May
Webinar

UTS College mid-year info session

Thinking about a mid-year change? Whether you’re looking to change your course or start a new study path, this session is a chance to explore your options and ask questions. Join our live info session to learn how UTS College can help you get there!

Register for info session

Thu
28
May
On campus

UTS College mid-year campus visit & 1:1 consultation

See where your mid-year move could take you. Explore the campus, hear from current students, and get 1:1 advice from our staff on applications, FEE-HELP, and courses so you can take that next step with confidence.

Register for campus visit

Tue
17
Mar
On campus

UTS College campus tours 2026

Campus tour bookings for inbound prospective students and families looking to explore UTS/UTS College.

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Diploma of Design & Architecture snapshot

How do the diplomas compare?

 

Ready to take the next step?

How to apply easy guide
How to apply easy guide
Download a brochure
Download a brochure
Learn about FEE-HELP
Learn about FEE-HELP
FAQs
FAQs
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*Based on successful completion of your diploma with the required Grade Point Average (GPA). NB: articulation to the UTS Bachelor of Design in Architecture is only available in the Spring (July) intake for UTS College Diploma of Design and Architecture (Architecture stream) students.