Diploma in Architectural Technology at Academic Institute of Excellence (Pty) Ltd

Programme overview

This Diploma in Architecture NQF6, is a 360 credits, Higher Education Diploma type, at NQF level 6, accredited by the CHE (Council of Higher Education). The Arch Dip aims to equip students with the necessary skills (design thinking, making processes, communication and office procedures) to practice architecture and register as a Professional Architectural Technologist and pursue postgraduate studies.

Faculty: School of Architecture & The Built Environment | Duration: 3 Years, 360 Credits / Minimum 3 Years, maximum 6 Years, 360 Credits | Study mode: blended | Intake: February 2027 (start date 15 Feb 2027) | Location: Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Year 1 modules include Critical Studies for Architecture 1, Technology and Professional Practice for Architecture 1, Principles and Theory of Design for Architecture 1, Communication for Architecture 1.

Career pathways

Professional Architectural Technologist: Through registration with SACAP (The South African Council for the Architectural Profession) at a level of Candidate Architectural Technologist

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements National Senior Certificate (NSC) with admission to Diploma studies, including 50% or higher in English and Mathematical Literacy, or a pass in Mathematics (Pure Maths) OR National Certificate (Vocational) [NC(V)] Level 4 with admission to Diploma studies, including 50% or higher in English and Mathematical Literacy, or a pass in Mathematics (Pure Maths) OR Senior Certificate (Grade 12) with a minimum of two Higher Grade (HG) subjects, including a D symbol for Mathematics and English AIE Higher Certificate in Architectural Technology with a minimum overall average of 50%. AIE Foundation Programme (Architecture) with a minimum overall average of 50%

Applications for the 2027 academic year are open; applicants apply with their latest Grade 12 term results or final Grade 11 results and a copy of their South African ID.

Apply through the official page: https://applications.myaie.ac/

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