Program Overview

Diploma of Architectural Technology

The Diploma of Architectural Technology is a one-year course that develops the knowledge, skills, and attitudes pertinent to the discipline and profession of architectural drafting and documentation.

Duration

• 1 year full-time
• 2 years part-time

Intake

• Semester 1

Locations

• CDU Waterfront Darwin
• Online

Entry Requirements

To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study.

Admission Criteria

Admission requirements are met by one of the following:

• Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60.
• Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
• Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
• Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
• Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140.
• Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognised tertiary preparation course.
• Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.
• Australian Defence Force (ADF) members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course.

English Language Requirements

The minimum English language requirement for this course can be met by evidencing one of the following:

• Successful completion of Year 12 within Australia, or an equivalent qualification from an approved country where English is the official language.
• Successful completion of at least 0.5 FTE of higher education study from Australia or an approved country where English is the official language.
• Successful completion of a Charles Darwin University enabling program of at least 0.5 FTE (40 credit points).
• Successful completion of a recognised TAFE qualification at a Certificate III level or higher from Australia.
• Current AHPRA registration as a Division 1 or Division 2 nurse.
• Completion of an approved English test within two years of commencement, meeting the minimum scores outlined.

Course Structure

The course contains core studies in building technology, environmental design, architectural history, and architectural documentation.

• A candidate must successfully complete units totalling 80 credit points (cp) as detailed below.
• All units are valued at 10 credit points unless otherwise indicated.

Core Units

• ARD161 Building Technology 1
• ARD172 Environmental Building Design
• ARD221 Architecture: History, Theory and Practice 1
• ARD231 Architectural Documentation
• ARD262 Building Technology 2

Specialist Elective Units

• Choose 30cp from the following units within the complimentary disciplines:
  • ARD362 Building Technology 3
  • CRA123 Digital Image and Photography
  • IAS205 Environmental Justice, Waste and Society (not offered 2026)
  • MAN105 Introduction to Management
  • MAN204 Project Management

Career Opportunities

This course develops your knowledge and skills for the role of building technician in the architecture, design, and construction industries.

• Students have the opportunity to continue study in the Bachelor of Architectural Design and, on successful completion, the Master of Architecture.

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the University in accordance with the Higher Education Standards.

Inherent Requirements

There are inherent requirements for this course. Students must read and understand the requirements for this course.

Australian Qualification Framework

This course is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 5.

Student Profile

There are no statistics available for this course. It may be that the course is new or the profile data is unavailable.

Additional Information

Can offers be deferred? Yes Award: Diploma of Architectural Technology Faculty/College: Academy of the Arts Sector: HE Area of study: Arts, Engineering