Diploma in Building Technology

Diploma in Building Technology is a Diploma program taught at Walter Sisulu University for Technology and Science, South Africa. Intake: Fall, Spring. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (2 years) options.

The Diploma in Building Technology prepares students for technical and professional roles in the construction and built environment industries. It focuses on skills required locally and globally for construction projects and economic sustainability. The curriculum includes management, technology, surveying, and quantity surveying modules across three years, with first and third years conducted through full contact classes and the second year focused on industry-based learning. Students complete 9-12 months of compulsory work integrated learning in consulting or construction firms, combining theoretical knowledge with workplace experience. Teaching employs class tests, tutorials, group work, and presentations assessed through formative and summative strategies.

Modules

• Construction Management I
• Construction Management II
• Construction Management III
• Construction Technology I
• Construction Technology II
• Construction Technology III
• Quantity Surveying I
• Quantity Surveying II
• Quantity Surveying III
• Site Surveying I
• Applied Building Science I
• Computer Application I

The minimum requirements for admission in Diploma in Building Technology at Walter Sisulu University for Technology and Science for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Walter Sisulu University for Technology and Science.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Walter Sisulu University for Technology and Science as pre-requiste for admission in Diploma in Building Technology.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

• National Senior Certificate (NSC) with diploma or bachelor's endorsement
• English at Level 4 (Home Language or First Additional Language)
• Mathematics Level 3 or Technical Mathematics Level 4 (not Mathematical Literacy)
• Physical Science Level 3 or Technical Physical Science Level 4
• Admission point score of 24

Alternative pathways include Senior Certificate, National Certificate (Vocational Level 4), International Students, and Mature Age Students. Minimum achievements vary with specified grades in English, Mathematics, and Physical Science and an admission point score of 22 for NC(V) applicants. Opportunities for Senate endorsement exist if one subject is just below required levels.

Please check detail of study units at https://www.wsu.ac.za/en/faculties-wsu/engineering-built-environment-and-it/faculty-departments/department-of-built-environment/programmes/diploma-in-building-technology

18 fully funded scholarships are listed for South Africa. See South Africa scholarships.