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.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Preparation for advanced architectural study
Students will be equipped with the foundation knowledge and skills necessary for the Master of Architecture (Professional).
Design studio practice
Ability to undertake architectural design projects in a studio environment, integrating creativity with technical requirements.
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.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Architecture
Built Environment
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)