Graduate Diploma in Architecture

Architecture

A course by

AUT

The Graduate Diploma in Architecture at AUT prepares students without a prior architecture degree for entry into the Master of Architecture (Professional), covering key architectural design, theory, and environmental systems.

NZ$10,256

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NZQA Level 7 Certification (120 Credits)

Study Level

Advanced

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

City Campus, Auckland

It will take a total of 1 year

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Preparation for advanced architectural study

Students will be equipped with the foundation knowledge and skills necessary for the Master of Architecture (Professional).

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Design studio practice

Ability to undertake architectural design projects in a studio environment, integrating creativity with technical requirements.

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Understanding environmental performance

Gain knowledge in assessing and improving the environmental performance of architectural projects.

What You're Signing Up For

This one-year, full-time programme is designed for students who wish to pursue advanced architectural studies but don’t have a bachelor's degree in architecture. The Graduate Diploma in Architecture includes study in design studios, environmental performance, construction methods, and architectural intelligence to ready graduates for masters-level professional architectural education.

Course Content

  • ARCH603 Architectural Ecologies II: Environmental Performance
  • ARCH604 Architectural Ecologies III: Medium-scale Construction
  • ARCH700 Wānanga Design Studio V
  • ARCH701 Wānanga Design Studio VI
  • ARCH702 Architectural Intelligence III
  • ARCH703 Architectural Ecologies IV: Integrated Systems

What you need to know first

Bachelor’s degree in spatial design, architectural engineering or equivalent

Relevant professional qualification or experience approved by the dean (or representative) to be equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.

Portfolio of work may be required

Selection interview may be required

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Architecture

  • Built Environment

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Pathway to Master of Architecture (Professional)

  • Further roles in architectural design firms (with masters qualification)

  • Entry into built environment and urban design careers (with further study)