New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology
Get a qualification in architectural technology. Learn how residential and medium buildings are designed through understanding building construction and compliance regulations. Develop technical drawing skills to prepare preliminary design, develop building concepts and create working drawings using the latest computer aided design (CAD) software.
What you will learn
Build your portfolio and let your skills take you places in this exciting industry as an Architectural or BIM technician, draughtsperson or designer.
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
Campus Information
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Intakes
- Feb
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Whitireia and WelTec encourages our students to succeed and capture career opportunities. We can help you identify career and employment options that meet your interests and values. Visit our helpdesks on campus to book an appointment to discuss your CV, cover letter, and preparation for interviews. These services are available to potential students, current students and graduates.
We can help you with:
- CV support
- Career direction and planning
- Job searching strategies
- Cover letters
- Interview preparation.
PSW Opportunity
- During study, all students on a student visa can work up to 20 hours per week during semester and full time during vacations.
- After completing Level 7 Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Qualification, a student will get a three years open post-study work visa.
- After completing Level 8 Post Graduate courses of 1 year, students get 1 year PSW.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
India
Higher Secondary Certificate with passes of 60% aggregate
Under 20 years
NCEA Level 2 or equivalent qualification/work experience.
Over 20 years
If you’re 20 years or over, you may qualify for special admission on this programme. Contact us if you don’t meet the Under 20 entry criteria.
International students
Minimum IELTS (academic) score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5.0, or equivalent
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
52000 NZD
Average Cost of Living: 20000 NZD /year
Application Fee: N/A
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