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Architects design various structures, from homes to commercial buildings, and engage in client meetings, feasibility studies, and project inspections.

  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
      • NSW
      • ACT
      • QLD
      • TAS
      • WA
      • SA
  • 10,000 people employed in Australia
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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The average salary for registered architects in Australia is currently $129,000 per annum, with new graduates earning around $91,000 through to $161,000 for senior architects.

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There are approximately 17,000 architects employed in Australia right now. This occupation is expected to grow by 16% over the next 5 years.

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To become a Architect in Australia you will need to complete five years of study at university and obtain your Bachelor of Architecture followed by a Master of Architecture. Once you have your qualifications you can sit the Architectural Practice Examination so you can register with the Architect Registration Board (ARB) in your state or territory. You must be registered with a state ARB to practice in Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights 2023, SalaryExpert 2023

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Architects design the buildings and structures that we use in our everyday lives including houses, apartments and condominiums, hotels, high-rise office complexes, schools, shopping centres, hospitals, factories, museums, galleries, and official government buildings. They specialise in either domestic, commercial, or industrial structures.

As an architect you could be having an initial meeting with a client to develop concept sketches, carrying out a feasibility study on a proposed construction site, reviewing an update to the National Construction Code (NCC), selecting construction materials and methods for an upcoming project, inspecting construction works and meeting with the chief engineer onsite, writing up specifications and project documents for the construction team.