Master of Architectural Design Management
Gain the expertise to oversee and coordinate the design phases of major construction projects with AUT’s Master of Architectural Design Management.
As construction projects are becoming more and more complex, professionals who can manage the design of these projects are in high demand. The only programme of its kind in New Zealand, the Master of Architectural Design Management prepares you for this sought-after career at the early stages of construction projects.
Suitable for architecture, construction and engineering graduates looking for the next step in their career, this programme has a strong focus on innovation and sustainability to empower you to contribute to a sustainable future in the construction industry. Because we want you to thrive in your career after AUT, we encourage students to have 1 to 2 years of work experience before beginning their studies. This valuable practical experience, combined with the knowledge from your studies at AUT, will help you stand out in New Zealand’s dynamic construction industry.
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Minimum entry requirements
One of the following or equivalent with a B grade average or higher in level 7 courses:
- Relevant bachelor’s degree with honours OR
- Relevant bachelor’s degree and one year of advanced study OR
- Relevant bachelor’s degree and relevant experience deemed equivalent to one year of advanced study
International student entry requirements
English language requirements
- IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with all bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent.
You’ll learn to lead multidisciplinary design teams to successfully deliver integrated design outcomes for construction projects, review design and engineering management activities on tenders and projects, evaluate and optimise design management processes, and develop an understanding of the financial, legal, contractual and organisational aspects related to the design phase of construction projects.
Courses are delivered as block courses, with two two-day on-campus sessions for each 15-point course, supported by online learning activities. Your courses also include guest lectures from industry experts, business leaders and community/iwi representatives to ensure that what you learn is relevant to your future career.
Complete the following courses
- ARCH805 Architectural Practice IV: Business and Entrepreneurship (15 points)
- ENBU826 Integration and Scope Management (15 points)
- ENBU827 Innovation in Architecture Engineering and Construction (15 points)
- ENGE813 Advanced Integrated Project Management (15 points)
- ENBU995 Project in Architectural Design Management (45 points)
And choose one of
- ARCH804 Architectural Practice III: Project Delivery (15 points)
- ENBU814 Advanced Built Environment (15 points)
- ENBU820 Law for Construction Management (15 points)
Design management is crucial in the early stages of construction projects (during pre-contract and early contract activities), helping define the project, develop and review the design, and communicate the design detail to all stakeholders. Once these early stages have been addressed, there is a handover to the construction project delivery team, which handles the project’s construction on site.
As a graduate of the Master of Architectural Design Management you’ll be well-prepared to manage the design processes for complex construction projects; usually as an external consultant.
Roles you could work in include:
- Design coordinator
- Design manager
- Architectural manager
- Architectural project manager
- Project manager
- Project coordinator
- Fees shown are based on a full-time workload for the points indicated next to the fee. The exact fee charged will depend on which courses you select at the time of enrolment.
- Fees are subject to change year to year. If you are planning for study beyond the current year, fees may vary from those stated.
- There may also be other fees and charges you need to pay.
- International students' tuition fees reflect the full cost of tuition. Domestic students' tuition fees are less due to a proportion of the tuition fees being funded by the New Zealand Government.
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