OSCA 2024 · 241131 · Skill level 1
Architect: OSCA 241131
ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026
Architect is OSCA 2024 code 241131. It corresponds to ANZSCO 232111 Architect, which is on the CSOL and MLTSSL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.
ANZSCO equivalent
ANZSCO code for OSCA 241131
Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.
ANZSCO 232111
Architect
On the Core Skills Occupation List, Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List.
Visas for ANZSCO 232111
The job
What an architect does
Plans and designs residential and multi-residential, commercial and industrial buildings. Provides concepts, plans, specifications and detailed drawings. Negotiates with builders and consultants, and advises on the procurement of buildings.
Skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience
Registration or licensing is required.
Specialisations
- Conservation or Heritage Architect
- Design Architect
- Project Architect
Main tasks
Main tasks
- Works with clients, engineers, consultants and other stakeholders to determine their requirements and objectives for architectural projects
- Develops detailed, innovative, sustainable and functional architectural designs, taking into consideration social, environmental and economic concerns
- Conducts site inspections to assess project feasibility and submit town planning designs for permits
- Addresses requests for information as part of contract administration from consultants, engineers and other stakeholders involved in the building construction process
- Evaluates and selects appropriate building materials, finishes and systems to achieve sustainability objectives
- Completes design tasks (3D modelling) in accordance with project and client design briefs
- Utilises building information modelling (BIM), and applies relevant building regulations and codes to manage the planning and design of building projects
Unit group 2411
Other occupations in Architects, Landscape Architects and Urban Designers
Questions
OSCA 241131: common questions
What is the OSCA code for architect?
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 241131?
Is Architect on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.
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