Start your future career in Architectural Technology
Diploma in Architectural Technology
Would you like to work in the field of architecture?
As an Architectural Technologist, you will learn skills on innovative design, construction methods, council plans submission drawings, technical drawings and specifications used in the construction of buildings.
YOU WILL LIKE THIS IF YOU WILL STUDY AT YOU WILL STUDY FOR
You are creative, have strong drawing skills, and an interest in architecture and construction
Roeland Street Campus
Three years, full-time (Mainstream)
Four years, full-time (ECP)
WHAT YOU NEED
Minimum Admission Requirements
National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) with:
• English, Home Language or First Additional Language (4)
• Mathematics (4), (ECP: 3); or Mathematical Literacy (6) (ECP: 5); or Technical Mathematics (5) (ECP: 4)
Recommended:
• Engineering and Graphic Design
• Computer Applications Technology and/or
• Design- /Art-related subjects
The department utilises an Admission Point Score (APS) as selection criteria once your minimum admission requirements are satisfied. You have to score the following on the APS: Diploma: A minimum of 30 with Mathematics and 32 with Mathematical Literacy; Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP): A minimum of 26 with Mathematics and 28 with Mathematical Literacy.
Additional Admission Requirements
You may be required to submit a portfolio of artwork, per the specifications of the Department. Should this be the case, the Department will be in contact with the respective applicant.
DISCLAIMER
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Information is subject to change, based on approval and accreditation of HEQSF aligned qualifications during 2024/2025. Admission requirements may therefore differ between the existing qualification and the HEQSF aligned qualification. Please consult the CPUT website or Faculty for updated information. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this brochure; however the University reserves the right at any time, if circumstances require, to make changes to any of the published details.
YOUR SUBJECTS
First year
• Architectural Technology
• Architectural Design
• Architectural Practice
• Architectural Literacy
• Environmental Design
Second year
• Architectural Technology
• Architectural Design
• Architectural Practice
• Architectural Literacy
• Environmental Design
Third year
• Architectural Technology
• Architectural Design
• Architectural Practice
• Architectural Literacy
• Environmental Design
ECP: The Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP) is for prospective students who do not meet the minimum admission requirements for the mainstream programme. The ECP is an enriched full-year programme, bringing students up to speed to confidently succeed in the mainstream years. The subjects are as per the first-year listed here.
Your on-the-job training
will be completed during your third year of study at a reputable architectural practice that is registered with the South African Council for the Architectural Professions (SACAP).
YOUR FUTURE
SELF Future studies
Advanced Diploma: Architectural Technology
After completing the Advanced Diploma: Architectural Technology, students can continue their studies by pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Design, a multi- and trans-disciplinary NQF Level 8 qualification.
Future industries
Self-employment
Architectural practices – Large corporate companies with their own in-house architectural practices
Future career
Professional registration: Once you’ve graduated, you can apply to the South African Council for the Architectural Professions (SACAP), for registration as a Candidate Architectural Technologist.
creating futures
HOW TO APPLY
Please note: All students are required to apply online, except for qualifications that do not cater for online applications.
ONLINE APPLICATIONS
Do you qualify to apply online?
ONLINE APPLICATIONS ARE FREE
Follow-up by getting your admission status and downloading your admission letter via the online application tracking system by visiting www.cput.ac.za/study/track 1 2 3 4 5 30
Choose your qualification by consulting this brochure or the CPUT website
Gather your documents (i.e. certified copies less than three months old)
View or download the online application guides available on our website at www.cput.ac.za/study/apply under Step 4: Online application for information on how to apply online
Complete your application online by visiting www.cput.ac.za/study/apply and following the steps
