Overview

This Graduate Diploma in Designed Environments in Architecture History and Theory program from Victoria University of Wellington 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.

Key Facts

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.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Urban Design Theory and Practice

Pacific Designed Environments

Heritage Conservation

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-07-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-20 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-02-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-01-21 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-07-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wellington, New Zealand

Disciplines

Architecture Art History View 10 other Masters in Art History in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor of Architectural Studies, Bachelor of Architecture, Bachelor of Building Science, a Bachelor of Design, or an equivalent qualification
To be accepted by the head of school as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Tuition Fee

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International

42000 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42000 NZD for the full programme during 12 months.

Living costs for Wellington

1000 - 2300 NZD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Graduate Diploma in Designed Environments in Architecture History and Theory.

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

International

Living costs for Wellington

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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