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Graduate Diploma – Architecture at Athabasca University

Athabasca University, Canada

Programme overview

Explore advances in sustainable environmental design and urban theory, as well as management theory and practice with Athabasca University's online Graduate Diploma – Architecture.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Technology  |  Study mode: online  |  Intake: Monthly; enrol any time  |  Location: Athabasca, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

In Athabasca University's Graduate Diploma – Architecture program, you'll delve into three main areas of study: technical courses focused on the advanced aspects of architectural design, professional practice courses that equip you for the realities of working in the field, and design studios where you can apply your knowledge in practical scenarios. The program concludes with a comprehensive project, allowing you to showcase your skills and knowledge in a way that's directly relevant to your career goals.

Career pathways

After completing Athabasca University's Graduate Diploma – Architecture, you'll be well-prepared for a range of careers, from becoming a licensed architect to roles in urban and construction planning, management, and sustainability. This versatile credential can also pave the way for specialized careers in designing sustainable environments or engaging in studies of the built environment.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission requirements include a baccalaureate degree in architecture (or related discipline) with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.3.

Domestic applicants: CAD 24,159 for the whole programme (2026). Estimated total programme tuition for a student living in Canada taking all courses at Athabasca University, 2026-2027 (courses starting Sep 1, 2026 to Aug 31, 2027). Course tuition includes the course administration/technology fee, course materials fee a Source

Graduate Diploma – Management: three intakes per year (fall session start in August, winter session start in January, spring session start in May).

Graduate Diplomas in Distance Education Technology and Instructional Design: three program intakes per year, for course starts in spring (May), fall (late August) and winter (January).

Graduate Diploma – Counselling: September start.

Graduate Diploma – Management: apply by June 15 for fall, Oct. 15 for winter and March 15 for spring. Program application fee $238; program admission fee $950 (non-refundable).

Graduate Diplomas in Distance Education Technology and Instructional Design: apply by January 15 for a spring start, May 15 for a fall start and September 15 for a winter start. Program application fee $201 and admission fee $265.

Graduate Diploma – Counselling: apply by Jan. 15 for a September start. Program application fee $201 and admission fee $265.

Post-Master's Diploma – Nurse Practitioner: apply by Dec. 1, 2026 for May 2027, June 1, 2027 for January 2028, Feb. 1, 2028 for September 2028 and June 1, 2028 for January 2029. Program application fee $201 and admission fee $265.

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