At-a-glance 

Name: Graduate Diploma in Designed Environments 

Abbreviation: GDipDE

Duration: 2 trimesters 

Duration details: 2 trimesters of full-time study or normally 4 if studied part - time

Schedule: Lectures and studio-based research

Intensity: Part Full time and full or part time

Type: Coursework 

Study at: On-campus (Te Aro, Wellington)

Complete: 120 points (approximately 7 courses)

Entry: Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Studies, Building Science or Design Innovation, with a B average

Start: Trimester 1

Apply by: Standard trimester dates

Costs: From database for international only at this stage

Impact of previous university study in same subject: Requires

Entry requirements

A Bachelor of Architectural Studies, Bachelor of Architecture, Bachelor of Building Science or a Bachelor of Design Innovation

 and

Acceptance

To be accepted by the

relevant Head

head of School of Architecture as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study

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Programme requirements

For this programme you’ll need to:

Complete at least 120 points, of which:

• At least 75 points must be from courses at 300 level or above

Important information

• The academic Calendar is the authoritative source of programme and course information.
• If you have questions talk to a liaison officer[http://www.victoria.ac.nz/study/course-planning/appointments]. If you’re already a student here, contact a student adviser[http://www.victoria.ac.nz/fad/faculty-administration#student-advisers].

Subject requirements

In addition to the programme requirements, for this subject you’ll need to:

Architecture

Architecture

Get the theoretical and practical knowledge to design and construct the places and spaces we use every day. Learn how to consider historical and environmental issues and solve problems using the latest materials, technologies and design systems.

Complete three courses:

• ARCI 311
• ARCI 312
• Either SARC 321 or SARC 351

Architecture History and Theory

Study historical, social and political issues across architecture. You’ll consider how and why we design buildings, and find and interpret original information from historical and archaeological sources.

Complete three courses from:

• SARC 351
• SARC 352
• SARC 353
• SARC 354

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Interior Architecture

Complete three Learn to apply architectural principles to the design of interior spaces in different settings. You'll develop your ability to communicate ideas using a range of media, to a range of clients with varying needs. Gain the skills required to pursue a career in furniture design, installation work and exhibition design, or as a professional interior architecture specialist.

Complete three courses:

• INTA 311
• INTA 312
• Either INTA 321 or INTA 323

Landscape Architecture

Get the skills to create engaging and functional outdoor spaces. You'll develop an understanding of your role as an architect in caring for the environment and enhancing it through design, with particular attention to New Zealand's landscape. In planning for future development, you'll look at things like how to manage flood risk or creating a long-term development plan for a city.

Complete three courses:

• LAND 311
• LAND 312
• LAND 321

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Project Management

Complete three Study Project Management and get the skills to manage a construction project, including contract management and effective communication. You’ll also be able to navigate both construction and environmental law and understand issues around supply, demand and competition.

Complete three courses:

• BILD 361
• BILD 362
• One course from:
  • BILD 322
  • BILD 364
  • SARC 321
  • SARC 362

Sustainable Engineering Systems

Complete three courses:

• BILD 321
• BILD 331
• One course from:
  • BILD 322
  • BILD 364
  • SARC 321
  • SARC 362

Questions

1. How do we best signal the range of courses that can be drawn on to meet the 120 points not prescribed by exact courses?
2. Do 100-level courses count? 500-level courses? (cf GDipDI)
3. Do we specify the additional number of courses/points required to complete the qualification for each subject? Same question applies to the GCertDE.

At-a-glance

Name: Graduate Certificate in Designed Environments 

Abbreviation: GCertDE

Duration: 1 trimester

Duration details: 1 trimester of full-time study or normally 2 if studied part-time

Schedule: Lectures and studio based research

Intensity: Part time and full time

Type: Coursework 

Study at: On-campus (Te Aro, Wellington)

Complete: 60 points (approximately 4 courses)

Entry: Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Studies, Building Science or Design Innovation

Start: Trimester 1

Apply by: Standard trimester dates

Costs: From database for international only at this stage

Impact of previous university study in same subject: Requires

Entry requirements

To be accepted into this programme you'll need:

• A Bachelor of Architectural Studies, Bachelor of Architecture, Bachelor of Building Science or a Bachelor of Design Innovation and
• Acceptance by the relevant Head of School of Architecture as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study.

Programme requirements

For this programme you’ll need to:

Complete at least 60 points, of which:

• At least 45 points must be from courses at 300 level or above.

Subject requirements

In addition to the programme requirements, for this subject you’ll need to:

Architecture

Complete courses worth at least 30 points from:

• ARCI 311
• ARCI 312
• SARC 321
• SARC 351

Architecture History and Theory

Complete courses worth at least 30 points from:

• SARC 351
• SARC 352
• SARC 353
• SARC 354

Interior Architecture

Complete courses worth at least 30 points from:

• INTA 311
• INTA 312
• INTA 321
• INTA 323

Landscape Architecture

Complete courses worth at least 30 points from:

• LAND 311
• LAND 312
• LAND 321

Project Management

Complete courses worth at least 30 points from:

• BILD 361
• BILD 362
• BILD 322
• BILD 364
• SARC 321
• SARC 362

Sustainable Engineering Systems

Complete three courses:

Get the practical and theoretical knowledge you need to work in the design and construction of durable, healthy and sustainable buildings. You’ll develop the skills to design systems that include the efficient use of sustainable materials.

Complete three courses:

• BILD 321
• BILD 331
• One course from:
  • BILD 322
  • BILD 364
  • SARC 321
  • SARC 362

Find out more

• If you want to enrol in this programme but don't meet some the entry requirements you should contact the Programme Director or Administrator to discuss your options.
• The academic Calendar is the authoritative source of programme and course information.