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The GradDipAS provides a pathway into architecture at an advanced level. It is designed for tertiary graduates from related disciplines. The programme broadens knowledge and skills in architecture to prepare graduates for study in one of our masters programmes.
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Graduate Diploma in Architectural Studies GradDipAS
Duration 1 year(s)
Tuition Fee
NZD 49,666 / year
Next Intake March-2026
Graduate Diploma in Architectural Studies GradDipAS
About
Requirements
Entry Requirements
2025 entry requirements
Programme requirements
An application for the GradDipAS includes two sections: your prior academic studies and a portfolio of creative works. The entry requirements for our two programme options are:
150 points
You must have completed an undergraduate degree in interior architecture, interior design, spatial design or a similar discipline at a recognised university (or similar institution), with a Grade Point Equivalent of 5 or higher.
120 points
You must have completed an undergraduate degree or three-year diploma in architectural studies, architectural technology or a similar discipline at a recognised university (or similar institution), with a Grade Point Equivalent of 5 or higher.
Note
Due to the content of our undergraduate programmes, the GradDipAS is not intended for graduates, including those who have completed the University’s Bachelor of Architectural Studies.
Further programme requirements
Select your study option:
Selection into the GradDipAS programme will be based on the combined strength of your academic achievement, portfolio and written statement. All applicants are required to submit a portfolio of creative work and a one-page written statement via the portfolio portal system SlideRoom. Your statement should tell us a bit about yourself, and why you would like to study architecture at the .
See the Portfolio Guidelines tab for detailed information on submitting a portfolio.
Note: If you are an international applicant whose first language is not English you will need to provide evidence of your English proficiency. You will require an IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall with no bands less than 5.5. For further information please see the International English Language Requirements.
Selection into the GradDipAS programme will be based on the combined strength of your academic achievement, portfolio and written statement. All applicants are required to submit a portfolio of creative work and a one-page written statement via the portfolio portal system SlideRoom. Your statement should tell us a bit about yourself, and why you would like to study architecture at the .
See the Portfolio Guidelines tab for detailed information on submitting a portfolio.
Note: If you are an international applicant whose first language is not English you will need to provide evidence of your English proficiency. You will require an IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall with no bands less than 5.5. For further information please see the International English Language Requirements.
Career
Where could this programme take you?
This is a pathway programme. Upon successful completion of the GradDipAS, with the required Grade Point Average, you will be able to move directly into the Master of Architecture (Professional) or any one of the three combined masters degrees that build on it.
Student career planning service
Once you become a student at the University, you can get help with planning and developing your career from Career Development and Employability Services.
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
NZD 49,666Application Fee
NZDGraduate Diploma in Architectural Studies GradDipAS
University of Auckland
New Zealand,
Auckland
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