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Architectural Technologist

Architectural Technologists are the practical executors of the architect's conceptual designs. Their work involves drawing, site surveying, presentation preparation, detail and landscape design, preparation of working drawings and supervision of the building process.


Available Qualifications:

 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants must have graduated with a Diploma in Architectural Technology with an
average of 60% for Architectural Design and Studio Work 1, 2, 3, and 60% for
Construction and Detailing 1, 2, 3.
• Applicants whose marks do not meet the subminimum admission requirements listed
above must submit a portfolio of professional work completed in practice over two to
three years for assessment by the Department of Architectural Technology and
Interior Design admissions committee.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Minimum NSC statutory requirements for diploma entry must be met. 

An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematics or Technical Mathematics requires a minimum Applicant Score of 330. 
 
An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy requires a minimum Applicant Score of 345. 
 
NSC achievement rating of at least 45% for Mathematics or Technical Mathematics or 60% for Mathematical Literacy. 
 
Qualifying applicants will be required to prepare a prescribed portfolio 
 
Selection is based on the submission of a creative portfolio of work, comprising drawings, sketches and other creative or technical projects, as outlined by the Department 
 
Recommended NSC subjects :
· Visual Arts 
· Design 
· Physical Science 
· Engineering Graphics and Design 
 
Art, Science, Woodwork and Technical Drawing are given priority during selection of candidates. 
Selection is, in addition to the above, based on an extended selection procedure which applicants must attend.