Dip (Architectural Technology)

Nelson Mandela University

Dip (Architectural Technology)

Programme Overview:

The programme aims to produce architectural technologists who will be competent to design at the basic level and, with the aid of the latest technological equipment, perform the technical aspects of architectural practice at the intermediate level. Construction technology, design and documentation are the main areas of focus. However, because architecture by its very nature is design-orientated and because technologists are allowed to practice independently, architectural design and design theory also forms part of the programme.

Faculty:

Faculty of EngineeringFaculty of the Built Environment and Technology

Delivery mode & duration of study:

Full-time 3 years

Qualification type:

Diploma (Dip)

Department:

Department of Architecture

Admission Requirements

Applicant score for Mathematics:

330

Applicant score for Technical Mathematics:

330

Applicant score for Mathematical Literacy:

345

Subjects requirements:

• Minimum statutory NSC requirements for diploma entry must be met. • Mathematics or Technical Mathematics – 45%, or Mathematical Literacy – 60%. Qualifying applicants will be required to prepare a prescribed portfolio and attend an interview. Some applicants may be required to attend a three-week “preparation to architectural technology” qualification course before registration. For more information on the creative portfolio and interview please phone (041) 504 9928.

Career opportunities:

The field of expertise of architectural technologists is mainly construction methods, materials, the preparation of drawings and graphic presentations and the design of small buildings such as houses. Employment opportunities exist with architectural practices, government institutions and property developers, or as self- employed consultants. The programme leads to registration as professional architectural technologists with the South African Council for the Architectural Profession who will require a two-year “candidacy” period followed by a qualifying exam. They can also follow postgraduate studies in related fields such as town planning.

Before You Apply

We aim to provide accurate information, but recommend verifying details in the official university prospectus.

More Courses

Full-time 4 years

BHSc: Medical Laboratory Science

The programme prepares students for their profession as a Medical Laboratory Scientist and aims to facilitate training in the following disciplines: • Clinical Chemistry (diagnostic biochemical analysis); • Haematology (study of blood cells and blood diseases); • Medical Microbiology (study of microorganisms); • Clinical Pathology (combination of: clinical chemistry, haematology and microbiology); • Cytology (study of normal and abnormal human cells); • Histopathology (the study of normal and abnormal human tissues); • Immunohematology (blood transfusion). Students are required to complete a National Board Exam in their area of specialisation before they graduate and each student is required by law to register with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a student Medical Laboratory Scientist.

Learn more

Full-time 3 years

BSc (Biological Sciences) • Marine Biology • Conservation biology • Ecology • Environmental management & Coastal zone Management

BSc with majors in Botany and Zoology.

Learn more

Full-time 4 years

Dip (Management) Extended Curriculum* *(also offered in Gqeberha).

The extended curriculum programme for Dip (Management) studies provides alternative university access to students who have the potential to succeed, but do not meet the minimum admission requirements for the mainstream programme. The purpose of the programme is to integrate additional academic support and skills development with mainstream courses in order to prepare the student for successful completion of the relevant Diploma.

Nelson Mandela University