Bachelor of the Built Environment Honours in Architecture
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a 120-credit Bachelor of the Built Environment Honours qualification in Architecture at NQF Level 8. It focuses on advanced study related to architecture within the built environment, with links to physical planning, design and management.
What this qualification may cover
- Architecture in the context of the built environment
- Physical planning, design and management as related areas of study
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking honours-level academic development in architecture or a related built-environment field might consider this qualification. Suitability and admission depend on the institution’s applicable requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression towards architecture-related or broader built-environment work and further academic development. It does not guarantee employment, professional appointment or professional registration, and no specific mapped careers are supplied.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Architectural design thinking
- Built-environment planning and design
- Understanding of physical planning and management considerations
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of the Built Environment Honours in Architecture
- SAQA ID
- 117912
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 12
- Subfield
- Physical Planning Design and Management
- Originator
- Durban University of Technology
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2024.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are currently authorised or accredited where applicable.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment format and whether any studio, project, practical or workplace-related requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification is still open for new enrolment and that the information supplied by the provider matches the latest official records.
- Check whether any professional registration or additional requirements apply to the type of architectural work you intend to pursue.