Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Wellington Institute of Technology
New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology (Level 6)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Diploma
Duration
2 years
Next start date
Expected
Summary
Start your career as an architectural designer or technician. Develop your technical drawing skills using computer-aided design (CAD) software. Understand architecture, building methods and materials, and building code requirements. Build a portfolio. Create architectural drawings and documentation for buildings across New Zealand.
What you will learn
- Understand building construction
- Prepare preliminary designs and develop building concepts
- Create working drawings for residential and industrial buildings
- Evaluate the principles of architectural design
- Understand residential and commercial services
- Become proficient in CAD (computer-aided design software)
- Design details for building assembly
Career options
- Architectural technician
- BIM technician
- Draughtsperson
- Architectural designer
- Kitchen and bathroom designer
- Compliance officer
Entry criteria
Under 20
- 50 credits at NCEA Level 2 or above, with 12 credits in each of the following: Maths, English and Science subjects, or achieved a level 3 or 4 qualification in a related field, or have equivalent practical, professional, or educational experience
20+ years
- If you’re 20 years or over, you may qualify for special admission on this programme. Contact Wellington Institute of Technology if you don’t meet the Under 20 entry criteria.
English Language Requirements
IELTS - 6.0 overall with no sub-score less than 5.5
TOEFL Internet-Based Test (iBT) - Score of 60 (with a writing score of 20)
Cambridge English Test - FCE with a pass at Grade B or CAE with a score of 52
Pearson Test of English (Academic) - PToE (Academic) score of 50
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL) - Level 4 with the Academic endorsement
Studying in NZ
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