Higher Nitec in Architectural Technology

Course duration: 24 months

Consider joining the Higher Nitec in Architectural Technology course and explore the exciting opportunity to become part of an architectural design team.

In this course, you will learn how to create building designs by working on detailed architectural plans and specifications. You will also prepare important project documents and make sure that everything meets industry standards, codes, and regulations. Additionally, you will use modern building technologies to improve productivity. Get ready to make a difference and shape the world around you with your architectural skills! 

What you'll learn

• Produce spatial drawings

• Produce Building CAD Drawings

• Develop architectural project proposal

• Execute architectural design and submission processes

• Produce architectural detail and tender drawings

• Develop architectural design for construction 

• Construct architectural BIM model

• Perform BIM coordination for architectural design

• Apply Green Mark and Universal Design requirements

Certification Requirements, Course Structure and Module Objectives [PDF, 160 KB]

General Electives and Life Skills Modules [PDF, 127 KB]

Entry requirements

GCE 'O' level passes in English Language, Mathematics and 1 approved subject:

• Grade 1-8 in English Language

• Grade 1-7 in Mathematics (Elementary/Additional)

• Grade 1-8 in an approved subject: [Biology / Biotechnology / Chemistry / Combined Science / Computing / Computer Studies / Design & Technology / Electronics / Fundamentals of Electronics / Human & Social Biology / Integrated Science / Physics / Engineering Science / Science (Chemistry, Biology) / Science (Physics, Biology) / Science (Physics, Chemistry) / Physical Science / Science (Physics, Biology, Chemistry)]

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Nitec GPA:

• For more details on minimum entry requirements for Nitec graduates, please click here.

Note:

• Applicants for this course must ensure that they are free from colour appreciation deficiency.

• Students will be required to purchase a laptop for the course. This is in addition to the course fees. Financial assistance is available to eligible students under ITE Opportunity Fund subject to terms and conditions. For more details on the minimum laptop specifications, please click here [PDF, 122 KB].

Progression opportunities

Higher Nitec in Architectural Technology graduates may apply for progression to the following Work-Study Diploma courses at ITE:

• Work-Study Diploma in Architectural BIM & Design

• Work-Study Diploma in Customer Experience Management (Aviation Track)

• Work-Study Diploma in Customer Experience Management (Lifestyle & Consumer Track)

• Work-Study Diploma in Mechanical & Electrical Services Supervision

• Work-Study Diploma in Security Operations

Higher Nitec in Architectural Technology graduates with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 and above may apply for progression to a Technical Engineer Diploma course at ITE. For more details on progression, please click here [PDF, 146 KB].

Higher Nitec in Architectural Technology graduates with a GPA of 2.0 and above may also apply for progression to the first year of a related diploma course at the Polytechnics. For more details on diploma courses for progression, please refer to the Joint Polytechnic Admissions website.

Career opportunities

Higher Nitec in Architectural Technology graduates are employed to provide technology support in building industry primarily in architectural firms and government agencies. Some of the job titles held by graduates include Architectural Technical Executive, Architectural Project Coordinator and BIM Design Coordinator.

Related courses

Work-Study Diploma in Architectural BIM & Design

Higher Nitec in Civil & Structural Engineering Design

Higher Nitec in Integrated Mechanical & Electrical Design