Designed Environments

Enhance your knowledge of how the built environment is designed by completing a GDipDE in an area of architecture you haven't studied before.

This 120-point Diploma provides a way to add depth to your BAS or BBSc or similar degree, and can act as a stepping stone to Master's study. If you're already working in the industry, the Diploma will give you up-to-date professional development in your area of interest.

Choose from a variety of specialist learning options in areas within the built environment including architecture, landscape, and building science.

You'll study a combination of courses from 200 to 400 level. The Diploma gives you the flexibility to choose courses that fit your career goals, and can help you decide on a topic for your Master's research if you intend to do a Master of Architectural Studies.

• Successful completion of your general secondary education and successful completion of one year of undergraduate degree study at a recognised tertiary institution (min. GPA may be required); or,
• Successful completion of the Victoria University of Wellington Foundation Studies Programme OR other recognised foundation programme; or,
• Achievement of the International Baccalaureate Diploma (min. 24 points) OR equivalent internationally recognised high school qualification

If you're applying for yourself, you can create an account on Pūaha, our student portal, and complete your application online. Find out what to do if you're an agent.

• You’ll need a personal email address to start your online application.
• You’ll need to know what you want to study (your degree or programme) and when you want to start studying (the year and trimester) before you start your application.

You can apply for undergraduate, postgraduate, English for Academic Purposes, and Study Abroad programmes via the online portal. Find out more about how to sign up or sign in to Pūaha.

You will find a instructions for how to apply, and a link to the online portal, on your degree or programme page. Make sure you read the terms and conditions when you apply.