Bachelor Of Architecture (Extended Curriculum Programme) at Tshwane University of Technology

The Bachelor of Architecture degree is a five-year professional degree that prepares students for immediate entry into the field of architecture, while the four-year Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies is another suitable alternative.

How to apply for admission

To apply for admission, please visit www.tut.ac.za.

A valid e-mail address is required before an electronic application can be submitted.

An e-mail address can be obtained from any one of the free e-mail providers, such as www.hotmail.com or

www.yahoo.com, or www.gmail.com. A non-refundable fee of R240 for application can be deposited beforehand at:
ABSA BANK

ACCOUNT NUMBER: 04 000 000 3

• In the Reference column, please fill in your identity number.

NB. Do not use this account number for any further payments.

Reference number

When the application has been processed, the applicant will be allocated a unique reference number (his/her student number) for identification purposes.

Admission status

• To check your status, please visit www.tut.ac.za,
• Click on MENU,
• Click on STUDY AT TUT,
• Click on I WANT TO STUDY,
• Click on Check your admission status,
• Enter your id number,
• Click on submit.
A new screen will open with your reference number.

Your status will be displayed and you can view and print a copy of the letter available.

Applicant with a National Senior Certificate


Admission requirement(s): A National Senior Certificate, with a bachelor’s degree endorsement (four subjects with a minimum score of 4 in the subjects), or an equivalent qualification, with an achievement level of at least 4 for
English (home language or first additional language).

Selection criteria: To be considered for this qualification, applicants must have an Admission Point Score (APS) of at least 25.

• Applicant with a National Certificate (Vocational) at NQF Level 4

Admission requirement(s): A National Certificate (Vocational) at NQF Level 4, with a bachelor’s degree endorsement, issued by the Council for Quality Assurance in General and Further Education and Training (Umalusi), with at least 50%
(APS of 4) for English, 50% (APS of 4) for Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy, 50% for Life Orientation (excluded for APS calculation), and at least 60% (APS of 5) for any four other vocational subjects.

Selection criteria: To be considered for this qualification, applicants must have an Admission Point Score (APS) of at least 25.

• Applicante with Qualifications in the higher educations

The applicant will be considered for admission to the programme, if a qualification is in Architecture or Architectural Technology or a related field of study on NQF Level 5 or above with an average of at least 60% for all modules completed.

Selection criteria: Admission will be based on academic performance; availability of space; and an interview.

Assessment Procedure: After passing the initial administrative screening, all applicants will sit for additional assessment arranged with the Department.

The purpose of the assessment is to select only those applicants who are most likely to be successful in their studies in Architecture.

After consideration of the Departmental Student Enrolment Plan, only the top-ranking applicants will be selected.

Please contact the Department for information pertaining to the assessment. Information pertaining to the assessment is available on the Department’s website: www.tutarchitecture.co.za.

Once a programme is full, a waiting list will be in place to provide an opportunity for applicants to fill places of those who did not register on time.

Applicants will be informed of their status per an official letter from the Office of the Registrar, alternatively, they can check their application status on the TUT website, www.tut.ac.za.

Intake for the qualification: January only.

Presentation: Day classes. Classes and assessments may take place on Friday afternoons and/or Saturdays.
Minimum duration: Five years.

Closing date for application: 31 July.

Possible careers: Architectural technologist, property inspector, building product consultant, specializing in architectural technology, self-employed and private architect.