Programme details

Postgraduate Diploma in Architectural Science

Enhance your knowledge in building science, and concentrate on overseeing the development and continuous performance of the constructed environment.

Course description

Investigate the aspects of building construction and performance, project management, and the functionality of building materials. This course integrates research methodologies from architectural science with a project relevant to the industry, providing practical experience in the field. Acquire skills to oversee the development and continuous performance of the built environment. Additionally, you will gain a practical understanding of how buildings influence the natural environment through their design, construction, operation, and maintenance.

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Post-study work rights

This course qualifies for 4 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

Potential career oppurtunities include working as:

Sustainability consultant
Energy efficiency consultant
Project coordinator
Building services engineer
Contracts manager
Construction project manager
Green building analyst
Construction planner/scheduler

Entry requirements

Academic requirement:

A Bachelor of Building Science or Bachelor of Architectural Studies or equivalent, with at least a B average.

Students may also be required to demonstrate your proficiency in English:
IELTS (Academic): minimum overall score of 6.5 with no sub-score below 6.0
TOEFL: minimum overall score of 90 with a minimum of 20 in Writing (internet-based test)
PTE: minimum overall score of 58 with no communicative skills score below 50
Victoria University of Wellington English for Academic Purposes (EAP) programme: minimum final scores of 4,4,5,5
Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a score of 176 or higher, with each skill score no less than 169
Duolingo (DET): minimum overall score of 120 with no band less than 105

Credits
120

Duration
8 months

Intakes

Feb

International fees
About $45,700

Location

Qualification Type

Study level