Qualification Overview
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Qualification Title | Bachelor of Architectural Studies | |
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Qualification Type | Bachelor Degree | |
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Level | 7 | |
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Credits | 360 | |
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Strategic Purpose Statement |
The programme aims to prepare students for: Creative and technological careers in the field of architecture; An active role in the architectural design and technological professions, and the community; Post graduate study and research, and study towards higher qualifications; Taking responsibility for their own continuing professional and personal development; Awareness, in both a national and an international context, of the social responsibility of the designer and technologist within the built environment.
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Graduate profile |
On successful completion of this qualification students will have the ability within the practice of architecture to:
Apply design theory, critical analysis, contextual understanding, creativity and research to design and to further study. Exercise committed, innovative, creative and independent thinking skills in solving complex problems. Work effectively and collaboratively in single- and multi-disciplinary teams, as a leader or a follower as appropriate, managing work and projects in a timely and efficient way. Apply principles of building science and specialised technical knowledge. Critically apply knowledge of their roles and responsibilities in the contract documentation, administration, and construction processes, including application and interpretation of relevant legislation, regulations, and codes. Apply a full range of relevant visual, digital, and academic literacies to communicate effectively. Consider and adopt where necessary ethical and legal dimensions having particular regard for issues of social responsibility and sustainability. Apply organisational, motivational, research, and creative skills to a level suitable for advanced study and recognise requirements for ongoing professional development. |
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Education pathways |
You can apply to staircase into a five year Bachelor of Architecture or higher degree at another institute to become a Registered Architect.
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Entry Requirements |
NCEA Level 3 (60 credits at level 3 and 20 credits at level 2 or higher) which must include 14 credits at Level 3 in each of three approved subjects; and Literacy (10 credits at Level 2 or above made up of 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing); and Numeracy (10 credits at Level 1 or above).
IELTS 6.5 Academic (with no less than 6.0 in any of the subtests). Additional Requirements apply (Portfolio) |
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Education Organisation | 2 Organisations can assist in gaining this qualification | |
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Developed By | Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology | |
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Quality Assured By | New Zealand Qualifications Authority | |
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Number | CH3900 | |
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Status | Current | |
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Created | 2022-11-24 10:38:40.93 | |
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Next Review | 2020-12-31 00:00:00.0 | |
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Content |
Courses include: Contextual Studies, Architectural Science, Construction, Architectural Design Studio, Documentation Studio, Architectural Technologies, and Research Project. Electives include: Furniture Design, Restoration and Conservation, Performance Design Studio, Special Topic, Architectural Internship.
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