Bachelor of Architectural Studies
Overview
The Bachelor of Architectural Studies degree is a three-year program that provides a strong academic and practical foundation for students in both their yearlong internship in an architectural firm and their Masters in Architecture degree that will follow thereafter. The first year introduces students to the principles of architecture from an anthropometric perspective, the second year introduces further social and environmental influences on architecture, and the final year prepares students for their internship.
SAQA
NQF LEVEL
DURATION
CAO CODE
KN-H-BAR
CLOSING DATE
30 September
DISCIPLINE
Entry Requirements
Please note that the following are the minimum academic points that are needed to be eligible to apply for a place in the Architecture programme:
- A total of 30 points – excluding Life Orientation
- Level 5 Mathematics – not Maths literacy (no upgrades from Maths literacy)
- June results and Trial results in grade 12, as well as final Grade 11 results can be submitted. Please note that if your application is conditionally approved, it will only be confirmed upon receipt of final grade 12 results which need to meet our minimum criteria.
- PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENTS: The portfolio requirements include a drawing and a written component. Drawings are to be done ONLY on A4 paper in pen or pencil – neatly held together in a folder or stapled together and placed in an envelope. The submission needs to include only original pieces of work unique to this application. No photocopies of work or traced images will be accepted.
Portfolio requirements UPDATED FOR 2027 APPLICATIONS Architecture
Undergrad Portfolio Requirement Download
- Portfolio requirements UPDATED FOR 2027 APPLICATIONS
For more information on the written component and comprehensive information on the portfolio requirement, please download the attachment below.
Your Portfolio Must be Posted or Couriered to:
Mailbox Address
Ms Prudence Kagiso Molekwa
University of KwaZulu-Natal
College of Engineering – Undergraduate Office
EEC Building South Ground floor, Room G04S
Howard College Campus,
269 Mazisi Kunene Rd,
Glenwood, Durban, 4041
Modules
The curriculum for the qualification Bachelor of Architectural Studies comprising modules with a total credit point value of 384 credit points as approved by the Senate shall extend over six semesters of full-time study. All modules in the curriculum are compulsory. In order to complete the qualification, a student shall complete the modules as specified below.
Semester 1
- Architectural Design & Technology 1A – ARCH101 (32 Credits)
- Theory of Architecture 1A – ARCH103 (8 Credits)
- History of Architecture 1A – ARCH105 (8 Credits)
- Building Science (Solar Geometry) – ARCH107 (8 Credits)
- Theory of Structures 1A – ARCH109 (8 Credits)
Total Credits: 64 Credits
Semester 2
- Architectural Design & Technology 1B – ARCH102 (32 Credits)
- Theory of Architecture 1B – ARCH104 (8 Credits)
- History of Architecture 1B – ARCH106 (8 Credits)
- Building Science 1 (Solar Movement) – ARCH108 (8 Credits)
- Theory of Structures 1B – ARCH110 (8 Credits)
Total Credits: 64 Credits
Semester 1
- Architectural Design & Technology 2A – ARCH201 (32 Credits)
- Theory of Architecture 2A – ARCH203 (8 Credits)
- History of Architecture – ARCH205 (8 Credits)
- Building Science (Electricity & Illumination) – ARCH207 (8 Credits)
- Theory of Structures 2A – ARCH209 (8 Credits)
Total Credits: 64 Credits
Semester 2
- Architectural Design & Technology 2B – ARCH202 (32 Credits)
- Theory of Architecture 2B – ARCH204 (8 Credits)
- History of Architecture – ARCH206 (8 Credits)
- Building Science (Heat in Buildings) – ARCH208 (8 Credits)
- Theory of Structures 2B – ARCH210 (8 Credits)
Total Credits: 64 Credits
Semester 1
- Architectural Design & Technology 3A – ARCH301 (32 Credits)
- Theory of Architecture 3A – ARCH303 (8 Credits)
- History of Architecture 3A – ARCH305 (8 Credits)
- Building Science (Acoustics) – ARCH307 (8 Credits)
- Theory of Structures 3A – ARCH309 (8 Credits)
Total Credits: 64 Credits
Semester 2
- Architectural Design & Technology 3B – ARCH302 (32 Credits)
- Theory of Architecture 3B – ARCH304 (8 Credits)
- History of Architecture 3B – ARCH306 (8 Credits)
- Building Science (Passive Solar Design) – ARCH308 (8 Credits)
- Theory of Structures 3B – ARCH310 (8 Credits)
- Total Credits for Qualification: 384
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