Diploma in Architectural Technology

The programme aims to produce architectural technologists who will be competent to design at the basic level and, with the aid of the latest technological equipment, perform the technical aspects of architectural practice at the intermediate level.

Construction technology, design and documentation are the main areas of focus. However, because architecture by its very nature is design-orientated and because technologists are allowed to practice independently, architectural design and design theory also forms part of the programme.

Admission Requirement:

• Minimum NSC statutory requirements for diploma entry must be met.

• An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematics or Technical Mathematics requires a minimum Applicant Score of 330.

• An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy requires a minimum Applicant Score of 345.

• NSC achievement rating of at least 45% for Mathematics or Technical Mathematics or 60% for Mathematical Literacy.

• Qualifying applicants will be required to prepare a prescribed portfolio and attend an interview. Some applicants may be required to attend a three-week "preparation to architectural technology" qualification course prior to registration.

• Selection is based on the submission of a creative portfolio of work, comprising drawings, sketches and other creative or technical projects, as outlined by the Department as well as an interview with the department’s staff to discuss the creative portfolio.

• International applicants who are unable to present themselves for an interview must courier the portfolio or send an electronic copy with a covering letter to the department. The final selection of applicants will only be finalised after the Grade 12 results have been received by Admissions and the Department.