New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology

Ara Institute of Canterbury Ltd
Webometrics New Zealand National Ranking: 19

Course Info

Summary

Contribute to the shape of our built environment as an architectural technician.
This programme will equip you with the essential knowledge and skills required to enter the architectural field as a technician working on domestic and commercial building projects.

You'll learn how to produce working drawings and documentation for small and medium scale projects that meet with the requirements of New Zealand legislation, codes of practice and New Zealand and Australian standards. The emphasis is on building technology, sound construction detailing and communication.

The programme includes professional practice, administration of contracts and theoretical knowledge for the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) Licensed Building Practitioner Scheme, Design 2.

Career Outcomes

As a graduate you'll be able to work as an architectural technician or technologist. With further training and/or experience you may be able to work as an architectural designer, architect, interior designer, urban designer, landscape architect, design manager or design consultant, or move into a related field such as construction or planning.

About Course
Course Credential

Diploma

Application Deadline

7 JANUARY FOR FEBRUARY START

Course Availibility

YES

Course specific Intake

January, February, March, July

Academics, GPA

NCEA Level 2 which must include: 12 credits in Literacy Level 1 or above and 12 credits in Numeracy Level 1 or above OR New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Ara Architectural Studies Pathway) Level 3 or equivalent If you have undertaken examinations other than NCEA (e.g. International Baccalaureate, Cambridge Examination), Ara will assess your qualification for academic entry equivalency.

English requirements

IELTS: Overall IELTS 6.0 Academic 5.5 Listening 5.5 Reading 5.5 Writing 5.5 Speaking TOFEL: PTE: 0

Course Duration

2 Years

Tuition Fees

NZD$ 23632.00

*Price shown is for indicative purpose, please check with institution

IMP Notes

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Location

MADRAS STREET

Scholarships

Here are some scholarship that are available at The Ara Institute of Canterbury Ltd.

Combined Adrienne Marshall English Scholarship and Barry Marshall Science Scholarship

Value of scholarship

Tuition Fee Scholarship

Application details:

For further details, please contact the university website.

Eligibility requirements
  • Be students at the Beijing Huija Private School;
  • meet all entry requirements normally applied to the English Language Bridging course and the Bachelor of Science1 course;
  • not be Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia; and
  • be liable for international full fees.
Who can apply:

All international

Combined Adrienne Marshall English Scholarship and Barry Marshall Science Scholarship

Value of scholarship

Tuition Fee Scholarship

Application details:

For further details, please contact the university website.

Eligibility requirements
  • Be students at the Beijing Huija Private School;
  • meet all entry requirements normally applied to the English Language Bridging course and the Bachelor of Science1 course;
  • not be Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia; and
  • be liable for international full fees.
Who can apply:

All international