School of Architecture, Design and Planning - University of Queensland

The School of Architecture, Design and Planning advances solutions to the complex challenges of our time.

Through research and design we lead transformative change to build climate resilience, enhance health and well-being, and enrich society. We work to shape sustainable futures using our interdisciplinary expertise in heritage and culture, equity and justice, and technologies and innovation. We nurture visionary leaders and creative problem-solvers who will generate positive impacts in service to communities and the environment.

Learning by making: Becoming a better designer

Creating beautiful line drawings can inspire, tell a story and share intentions, but how do you translate what looks good on paper into a tangible space or product that works?

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Resources for Current Students

Architecture Theory Culture History - Research Centre

The Centre has one of the largest concentrations of researchers in architectural history and theory in Australasia.

Bulmba Build: Learning from First Nations shelter architecture
4 September 2024
The UQ ‘Mars rover’ collecting microclimate data in Brisbane
27 August 2024
Architecture PhD graduate granted prestigious fellowship at Harvard University
8 August 2024

Can you support a better future?

University life has always been as much about what happens outside your lectures as what happens in them.

Industry engagement, practical work experience and development of strong leadership skills produce essential attributes in the innovative graduates needed to take us forward.

You can help our students make a positive impact on our society and create change for the future of architecture.

Student Culture and Experience Fund