New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology

Diploma

In the New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology, you can become a skilled and competent Architectural Technologist/Technician.

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Degree Type

Diploma

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Fees

$7,320 per year

International Fees

$25,377 per year

About this course

Want a career as an Architectural Technologist or Technician? In this field you'll use the latest technologies and work alongside architects and construction specialists to turn design concepts into the documents used to construct a building. The New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology will give you the skills to design and produce construction documentation for both residential and commercial buildings. This is a high demand field where practical application of knowledge is valuable to kick start your career.

Highlights

Emphasis on real-world applications using the latest technology of CAD(Computer-Aided Design) and BIM (Building Information Management)
This qualification is nationally recognised and endorsed by professional organisations
Good graduate employment opportunities
Great preparation and easy transition into further Level 7 study in the Bachelor of Construction and the Bachelor of Architectural Studies: cross-crediting available
Gain exposure and experience to a wide number of construction software

Recommendation on studying full time

Studying full-time is like doing a full-time job. You might only be in lectures and workshops for 16 hrs a week but you are expected to spend another 24 hours a week on self-directed study, doing quizzes, re-reading lecture content and working on assignments. That makes 40 hours.

We recognize many of you want or need to work whilst you are studying but we would not recommend you to do any more than part-time study if you have a full-time job, and don't let your working hours overlap with your lecture times.

Entry requirements

What you will need to study this programme.

Domestic students

Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

A minimum of 50 NCEA credits at Level 2 and a minimum of 12 credits in NCEA mathematics (or Pangarau) Level 1 and 12 literacy credits at NCEA Level 1; or
A relevant qualification at NZQF Level 4 or above

And meet one of the English entry requirements;

Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 256 KB)

International students Academic requirements

As a part of this requirement, you must be at least 16 years of age and meet one of the following;

All applicants must be at least 16 years of age when they begin their studies, and they should meet the country-specific admission requirement or
Successful completion of relevant programme

And English entry requirements;

If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:

Evidence of an IELTS (Academic) band score of at least 6 with no band score lower than 5.5 or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 256 KB)

Unitec Institute of Technology

New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology

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Study locations

Mt Albert