Architecture and Landscape Architecture. Faculty of Creative Industries and Business

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1 Architecture and Landscape Architecture Faculty of Creative Industries and Business 2014

2 Content Welcome to Unitec 01 What to study 02 Explore your options Architecture 05 Landscape 07 Study path 08 Student experiences 09 Study options Certificate in Home Garden Design 19 Diploma in Landscape Design 20 National Diploma in Architectural Technology 21 Bachelor of Landscape Architecture 22 Bachelor of Architectural Studies 23 Master of Architecture (Professional) 24 Master of Architecture 25 Master of Landscape Architecture 26 General info Fees and loans 28 Scholarships and awards 298 Māori students at Unitec 30 Pacific students at Unitec 31 Everything you need at Unitec 33 Experience it for yourself 34 Apply now calendar 37 Cover: Arnika Blount Master of Architecture graduate» contact us for more info on or visit us online at

3 1 Welcome to Unitec Nau mai, Haere mai ki Te Whare Wānanga o Wairaka We're passionate about the power of education to change lives. New careers, new skills, new opportunities there are many ways to change your life at Unitec. There are 160 programmes on offer and thousands of possible careers. From accounting to zookeeping, and boatbuilding to photography. But no matter what you study, our programmes are career focused, industry recognised and full of hands-on experience. Many of them include work experience, field trips or visits from industry experts. Which means when you go out in the workplace, you'll be ready to hit the ground running. We know each student is different. After all, we have 23,000 of them of all ages, from over 80 countries, and with different hopes and dreams. That's why we're flexible, with full-time or parttime study options, programmes from certificate to postgraduate level, and three campuses across Auckland. And if you need some extra support to help you make the most of your time with us, that's no problem either. But life isn t all about work. There s a huge range of social events on campus. Enjoy the music at Sounds in the Sun, bring your whānau to Kids Day Out or join one of the many clubs on campus. One thing s for sure, your social calendar will fill up in no time!

4 2 What to study With a huge range of study programmes on offer, sometimes you need a hand working out which one is right for you. Our team of expert Career Consultants can advise you on study pathways, or try our You Finder tool to get started with career ideas. Career Centre If you know the job or industry you want to work in, but you re not sure which programmes you need to get there, talk to our friendly Career Centre. They offer free course advice and career planning to anyone considering tertiary study. career@unitec.ac.nz or call (09) for an appointment, or visit to see the full range of services on offer. You Finder If you re not sure where to begin, try our You Finder app. It s a simple online tool that matches your personality type to different jobs and careers that might suit your skills and interests. It s an excellent starting point if you need ideas for what to study. Visit

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6 Missing Teeth Arfa Yafin (black and white elevations) and Kyle Anaru (coloured drawing) Bachelor of Architectural Studies graduates A new mixed-use building comprised of retail units and residential apartments to respond to the heritage and urban context. It was to include public, open space and connections between High Street and the train station while responding sympathetically to the former Kingsland Post Office building.

7 5 Explore your options in architecture Architecture is not just a job. It s not just a craft. And it s not just about creating beautiful houses. It s about reshaping the world, with buildings that are smarter, have a small ecological footprint and feature thought-provoking designs. Study at the Department of Architecture and you ll learn to produce designs that are inspiring, effective, sustainable and enhance the environment. You ll spend most of your time in the design studio, working on a range of studio projects. Perhaps you ll even get to build one of your designs, like the social housing project for the west Auckland community that was designed and built by architecture students under the guidance of well-known architects and builders. You ll probably also take part in design research projects at local architecture practices or, if you re a Master of Architecture (Professional) student, work experience. Our focus on building performance and the act of construction is one of the reasons we re endorsed by the New Zealand Institute of Architects, the New Zealand Registered Architects Board and the Commonwealth Association of Architects. The calibre of our staff doesn t hurt either. You ll be in frequent contact with established architects from New Zealand and around the world during guest lectures, critique sessions, project work or work experience. And then there s our expertise in Māori architecture and technology. Just look at Te Hononga, our Māori studio with its ponga hybrid and nano whare projects, where traditional forms and materials are teamed up with innovative technologies. Be warned: at times we ll tell you to go away. On study tours to Australia, China, Italy and the Pacific Islands, or on a student exchange to architecture schools across four continents. What better way to learn about architecture than to see the world s greatest architectural works for yourself? Architects reshape the world. With buildings that are smart, sustainable and thought-provoking.

8 Seamlessly Iconic Dillon Towers Bachelor of Landscape Architecture graduate The architectural concept of an icon is applied to the Mt Albert precinct in an attempt to create a new image for Mt Albert that is distinctive, different and, most importantly, visually impressive. Extracted from Asylum, Unitec architecture and landscape architecture 2010.

9 7 Explore your options in landscape Landscape is changing. Social, environmental and economic factors have shifted the focus of the landscape professions. Today, the spotlight is on ecological restoration, the revitalisation of civic space, urban fringes and infrastructural wastelands, and innovative residential garden design. Study at Unitec s Department of Landscape Architecture and you ll learn to address these shifting demands. Our programmes draw on science, history, art and modern technology. They re lively, engaging and challenging. And most importantly, they re professionally accredited. You re bound to be inspired by our staff too. Our lecturers are internationally recognised landscape practitioners and researchers, all actively involved in the landscape community. Their work is regularly published in international journals, showcasing some of the most original and high-profile landscape projects in New Zealand and around the world. Many of them also sit on the judging panels for industry awards or the Ellerslie Flower Show. And they re supported by well-known guest critics from around the world. As a landscape student you ll work on real projects of all sizes, visit sites, and create imaginative designs that enhance and diversify our environments. There may even be the chance to go on a study tour to Asia, Europe or the Pacific. Above all, you ll be inspired by the many opportunities that exist in landscape architecture and design. You re bound to be inspired by our staff all actively involved in the landscape community.

10 8 Study path Start with a programme that suits your qualifications and/or experience, then progress to a level that achieves your goals. For programme admission requirements visit Level 9 Level 7 Level 6 Level 5 Level 4 Short courses Master of Landscape Architecture Bachelor of Landscape Architecture National Diploma in Architectural Technology Diploma in Landscape Design Certificate in Home Garden Design Landscape Architecture (Garden Design, GIS Applications in Design) AutoCAD* Master of Architecture (Professional) Bachelor of Architectural Studies Master of Architecture Short courses Doctorate Bridgepoint is Unitec s range of level 2-4 foundation education programmes designed to pathway you into certificate, diploma or degree-level study. For more information visit * Not included in this brochure. For information on this programme call us on or visit

11 Cameron Pattullo Senior Architectural Technician, Peddle Thorp National Diploma in Architectural Technology graduate I love the day-to-day challenge of my role. There is always something new to learn and I am becoming more design conscious working alongside great architects. I have a lot of responsibility as a technician, as much as a project architect on some large jobs. When I do good work, word travels fast and I ve learned that you don t have to be a famous architect to be recognised in this industry. I m particularly proud of my work on the Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour and Britomart East Building, projects that I worked on from concept design through to build completion. My qualification prepared me really well to be the conduit between designer and builder a very important role especially in commercial architecture. My qualification has also taken me overseas to work in the UK, and more recently to work on projects in Papua New Guinea.

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13 11 Ethan Reid Director, Changespace Bachelor of Landscape Architecture graduate I was always interested in outdoor recreation, but it was the landscape that captivated me. There s something intriguing about the way we sculpt it for our needs. At school I didn t realise landscape architecture existed, so when I found it I realised it was exactly what I d been looking for. I really enjoyed the different approaches of the lecturers at Unitec. You had to form your own response and it taught you how to think, not what to think. Knowing when to listen and when to challenge what you hear is the core process in my professional life now. Making the one-year mark with the practice is a big achievement for us, and I m proud of the contact network we ve built. The process of creating a landscape is slow, but it s so rewarding when you start to see things come together. If you listen to feedback and respond well to other people, then you can suddenly find your ideas at the forefront of a project. I love the fact that I will always be learning and one of our rules for the practice will be never to hire anyone who we can t learn something from.

14 Callum Dowie Architectural Graduate, Jasmax Bachelor of Architectural Studies graduate Master of Architecture (Professional) graduate I like coming up with solutions to design problems and using a range of skills to communicate design ideas that will improve the environment we all live in. For example, my graduation project, Folding Whare, was a portable disaster relief shelter that can be transported by helicopter to remote locations and erected without tools. The Folding Whare is technically strong but accessible everybody gets it, from master architects to my mates. The design is based on a traditional Māori tension and compression structure uncovered at a pa site at Kohika in the Bay of Plenty in the 1970s. The ideas used in the Folding Whare aren t new, nor are the parts themselves, but the way they re combined displays an original assembly system. No-one s built anything quite like this as far as I m aware. This kind of project was the highlight of my study the projects that closed the loop, where we got to see a design from an initial concept through to a completed building. And it was great that Unitec funded the construction of a full-scale model of the Folding Whare on campus. I m proud that the Folding Whare was nominated in the Institute of Architects Student Awards. And I m pretty sure that the project helped me get my job at Jasmax.

15 Anne Thiermann Architectural Graduate, Catalyst Consulting Bachelor of Architectural Studies graduate Master of Architecture (Professional) graduate I think architecture is a great combination of creativity and reason. It s not just about architecture the product, but also about the social, environmental and economical considerations associated with it. It seems that there are always a million ways of dealing with the same problem. I love the problem-solving aspect of architecture. Limitation and boundary is great: without these there s less challenge in the brief we re given. It s great to work somewhere where you re surrounded by people who are passionate and good at what they do, not just in architecture but also other fields that relate and contribute to architecture. At Catalyst there are project managers, interior designers, technicians and architects, which allows me to broaden my knowledge of other fields, giving me a wider understanding of the whole design and build process. There is a strong crosspollination between the different groups because we work in such close proximity. 13

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17 15 Arnika Blount Architectural Graduate, Jasmax National Diploma in Architectural Technology graduate Bachelor of Architectural Studies graduate Master of Architecture (Professional) graduate I ve always been fascinated by the relationship people have with the physical environment and I think architects and designers have a unique opportunity to improve and influence the way people live. At Unitec, I really appreciated the direct contact you can have with staff members and the opportunities on offer. I went on exchange to the Universitá degli Studi di Firenze in Florence, Italy, volunteered in Haiti with Architecture for Humanity, and wrote a paper for the SAHANZ 2012 conference in Australia. I m also really proud to have won the NZIA Graphisoft Student Design Award in 2012, a national competition between the top 12 finalyear students from New Zealand s three schools of architecture. At Jasmax I m really enjoying the collaborative studio environment and the variety of projects that I am involved in.

18 16 Claire O Shaughnessy Landscape Architect, Jasmax Master of Landscape Architecture graduate Be prepared to work with some brilliant people who are extremely passionate about the discipline. The Unitec staff were just fantastic and seemed to be genuinely interested in my work. I had incredible supervisors who pushed my thinking and made sure that I got the most out of my research. Before my masters degree I had been working in architecture for several years, but wanted to extend my knowledge and design investigation beyond the building envelope. I love creating spaces that can be enjoyed by the public, and it s exciting to be working in a time when the city is willing to change for the better. I enjoy being a part of this movement and keep pushing client expectations through innovation and place-specific designs. The masters degree allowed me to open up my thinking and be exposed to some amazing research, which I still refer to today. It allows me to have a strong understanding of my position within the profession and the importance of keeping up-to-date with contemporary research and thought.

19 Haylea Muir Senior Landscape Architect, Isthmus Group Bachelor of Landscape Architecture graduate Dealing with so many different levels of scale is something I love. In one week I can be involved with anything from a 40-hectare land development through to a small playground for children. Working on children s play spaces offers up all kinds of surprises. No matter how you think something may work once it is built, kids will use it in ways you never expected. We do our best to create spaces that encourage imagination and discovery, and it s amazing what can unfold. I have become really passionate about designing places for children to play and was part of a design team that created awardwinning areas in Auckland s Hobsonville Point and Wynyard Quarter. I am currently working on two more play spaces in the city and will be thrilled if these end up as popular, challenging and well-loved like the others.

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21 Study options Home Garden Design 19 Certificate in Home Garden Design Level 4, 60 credits Duration Tailored part-time and full-time study options available Starts February or July Number of places 30 places Indicative fee $2548 Campus Mt Albert freephone Want to learn more about plants, hard materials and how to design your garden? The Certificate in Home Garden Design is aimed at gardeners who want to improve their own garden, or learn how to design a garden for a friend. You ll explore plant selection and landscape construction, and gain basic garden design skills. Find out how to draw garden designs, and develop your study and communication skills. Courses include LAND4111 Design through Experience LAND4115 Representation LAND4441 Plants and Context LAND4551 Site and Place LAND5117 History and Theory LAND5442 Botany for Gardeners LAND5443 Plant Management For detailed course information and admission requirements visit Career opportunities Garden centre salesperson Gardener Home garden designer Private gardener Highlights A taster and confidence builder for mature students and school leavers who want to start their tertiary study. An emphasis on hands-on learning: field trips, plant identification, garden design and drawing exercises. A pathway into the Diploma in Landscape Design all credits gained in the certificate can be fully cross-credited. Green study environment: our park-like Mt Albert campus is a great environment for plant identification exercises. Small classes. Staff active in landscape design industry groups.

22 20 Study options Landscape Design Diploma in Landscape Design Level 5, 240 credits Duration Full-time for two years or part-time options available Starts February or July Number of places 80 places Indicative fee $5125 per year Campus Mt Albert freephone Have you always dreamt of a creative career in garden design? The Diploma in Landscape Design is New Zealand s premier garden design programme and gives you a solid grounding in site investigation, plant selection and garden design essential skills for your career in landscape design. Highlights Our students exhibit at Ellerslie International Flower Show. Overseas study tours. Design and drawing a focus. Comprehensive range of plant courses. Field work, real sites and clients. Park-like campus a great environment for plant identification and studying landscape conditions. CAD labs and studios. Qualification recognised for accredited membership of the Garden Design Society of New Zealand. Lecturers who hold executive positions in key industry organisations. Courses include LAND4111 Design through Experience LAND4112 Design by Site LAND4115 Representation LAND4441 Plants and Context LAND4551 Site and Place LAND4552 Constructing the Garden LAND5000 Study Tour LAND5116 Representation in Digital Media LAND5117 History and Theory LAND5118 Design and Culture LAND5119 Design and Time LAND5442 Botany for Gardeners LAND5443 Plant Management LAND5444 Plants in Design LAND5553 Documentation LAND5554 Project Implementation LAND5555 Business Management LAND5556 CAD LAND5661 Negotiated Study For detailed course information and admission requirements visit In the first year, you explore site, place, ecology, garden history, design, technical and creative drawing, plant selection and landscape construction. In Year Two, you choose those courses that are relevant to you, including advanced design, management of projects and contracts, construction drawings, planting design and business. Career opportunities Garden centre design consultant Garden journalist Landscape designer Landscape draftsperson Landscape maintenance manager Landscaper Park, botanic or heritage garden manager Plant consultant Gardener Exit award Students who complete the first year of the diploma can exit the programme with a Certificate in Home Garden Design.

23 Study options Architectural Technology 21 National Diploma in Architectural Technology Level 6, 275 credits Duration Full-time for two years or part-time options available Starts February or July Indicative fee $5668 per year Campus Mt Albert freephone Want a career as an architectural technologist or draftsperson? Combining the latest computer technology and manual drawing skills, they work alongside architects to turn design concepts into the documents to construct a building. The National Diploma in Architectural Technology will give you the skills to design and produce construction drawings for both residential and commercial buildings. Highlights Emphasis on manual sketching skills and the use of the latest computer technology. Courses progress from the drawing of simple buildings using basic technology to the drawing and specification of larger commercial structures using complex technology. Our graduates usually begin their careers working as technicians in architects offices or architectural technologist practices. Cross-credits towards the Bachelor of Architectural Studies or the Bachelor of Construction. Lecturers with professional industry experience. Courses include CONS4C04 Materials CONS5A12 Documentation 1 CONS5A16 Design Document 1 CONS5C01 Construction Systems 1 CONS5C07 Structural Principles CONS5C08 Environment CONS5C09 Building Law CONS5C12 Contract Administration CONS5Q29 Measurement 1 CONS6A18 Design Context and History CONS6C23 Construction Systems 2/3 For detailed course information and admission requirements visit Career opportunities Architectural technician Draftsperson This programme also prepares you for further study at Unitec. What next? If you successfully complete this programme, you can gain credits towards the Bachelor of Architectural Studies or the Bachelor of Construction.

24 22 Study options Landscape Architecture Bachelor of Landscape Architecture Level 7, 480 credits Duration Full-time for four years or part-time options available Starts February (Mid-year, July enrolment also negotiable) Number of places places Indicative fee $5922 per year Campus Mt Albert freephone Do you want a role in the re-imagining of our urban environment and re-thinking of our cities? Landscape architects are employed for their vision and skill in transforming the spaces of everyday life, and in solving the real and serious environmental issues facing today s society. Landscape architecture brings together science, technology, art and design, in order to engage in a broad range of environmental design projects. These can involve urban design, transportation infrastructure, waterfronts and resorts, coastal, estuarine and in-land ecologies, and creating engaging and vibrant community and public spaces. The Bachelor of Landscape Architecture is an internationally accredited professional programme that will prepare you for a creative practice in urban and environmental design anywhere in the world. Highlights A focus on design studio and one-on-one practicebased learning that supports your individual skills and growth as a designer. Real-world learning that involves regular engagement and both collaborative and competitive work with practising professionals, including award-winning landscape architects, urban designers, architects and other related professionals. Be part of international study tours and a vibrant exchange programme important keys to understanding international practice. Access to internships and merit-based awards. A fully accredited degree programme, registered by the New Zealand Institute of Landscape Architects (NZILA) on behalf of the International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA). Courses include LAND5113 Visual Communication 2 LAND5114 Design of Cities LAND5222 Studio 2 LAND6115 Contemporary Landscapes LAND7230 FilmCAD LAND7331 Pacific Regional Studies For detailed course information and admission requirements visit Career opportunities The undergraduate BLA degree will equip students for professional practice, while also opening up a diverse range of career opportunities. Some possible careers include: Landscape architect Environmental design consultant Urban designer Heritage landscape consultant Regional planner Environment commissioner Graduates are currently working locally and internationally, and are employed by multi-disciplinary design firms, environmental and civil science firms, community-focused advocacy groups, councils and courts.

25 Study options Architecture 23 Bachelor of Architectural Studies Level 7, 360 credits Duration Full-time for three years Starts February Number of places 140 places Indicative fee $6552 per year Campus Mt Albert freephone Are you interested in architecture and urban design? This is the first step towards a career in architecture. Develop the drawing, design and graphic presentation skills to express architectural concepts. Analyse architectural sites and explore how to ensure the environmental sustainability of architectural projects. Gain an overview of the business of architecture, and become familiar with New Zealand building law, construction technology, basic contract management procedures, taha Māori and Māori perspectives as they relate to architecture. Courses include ARCH5011 Architecture and Context ARCH5111 Design Studio ARCH5211 Visual Communication 1 ARCH5311 Critical Studies 1 ARCH6617 Life Drawing ARCH7111 Design Studio 3 ARCH7112 Technical Studio ARCH7411 Architectural Technology 4 ARCH7511 Professional Studies ARCH7612 Web-based E-CV (Elective) ARCH7613 Animation Using Film Techniques (Elective) ARCH7614 Revit: Beauty and the BIM For detailed course information and admission requirements visit Career opportunities Architectural designer Design manager Design technician Draftsperson Highlights Leads to industry registration: together with the Master of Architecture (Professional), the Bachelor of Architectural Studies forms a five-year package that helps you become a registered architect. Endorsed by the New Zealand Institute of Architects, the New Zealand Registered Architects Board and the Commonwealth Association of Architects. Real design projects and work placements. Regular overseas field trips to countries such as Brazil, China, Italy and Japan, where you work on projects with students and local community groups. Study abroad with one of our international exchange partners in Australia, China, Germany, India, Mexico and the UK.

26 24 Study options Architecture Master of Architecture (Professional) Level 9, 240 credits Duration Full-time for two years or part-time options available Starts February Number of places 65 places Indicative fee $6468 per year Campus Mt Albert freephone Would you like to become a registered architect? Have you already completed an undergraduate degree in architecture? In the Master of Architecture (Professional) you explore at a postgraduate level what it takes to create architectural works of merit and value, and learn to incorporate innovative design research into your architecture practice. Develop the ability to promote sustainable and ethical approaches, and collaborate effectively with different disciplines on architectural design projects. You ll also further your ability to critically reflect on your own work, and that of others. Highlights Leads to industry registration: together with the Bachelor of Architectural Studies it forms a five-year package that prepares you to become a registered architect. A lively, engaging and challenging architecture programme. Focus on advanced knowledge of architectural and urban design issues in New Zealand. Compulsory work experience of 480 hours over two years, giving you an essential insight into contemporary architectural practices. Includes a major research project on an area of your interest. Accredited by the New Zealand Institute of Architects, the New Zealand Registered Architects Board and the Commonwealth Association of Architects. Experienced lecturers, currently practising part-time staff and visiting experts from New Zealand and overseas. A wide range of elective courses that cover topics like architecture in the Pacific, urban housing design, climate-responsive architecture, high-performance cladding, digital fabrication and design economics. Courses include ARCH8011 Research Methods ARCH8111 Studio ARCH8311 Architectural Theory ARCH8411 Architectural Technology ARCH8511 Professional Business Management ARCH8611 Negotiated Study ARCH8613 Urban Cultures ARCH8614 Urban Housing Design ARCH8619 Design Economics ARCH9111 Research Project For detailed course information and admission requirements visit Career opportunities After graduation and following a period of approved work experience you will be eligible for registration as a New Zealand architect.»» Architect working in a range of settings, including private practice, local authority and government.

27 Study options Architecture 25 Master of Architecture Level 9, 240 credits Duration Full-time for 18 months (minimum) or part-time for 2½ years (minimum) Starts February or July Interviews First round of interviews held in November and May Indicative fee $6187 per semester (full-time) Campus Mt Albert freephone Are you currently practising in the field of architecture or do you have an architecture degree? The Master of Architecture is a qualification for people who have practised or studied architecture and want to advance their skills and explore an area of their interest. Advance your knowledge of current design techniques, and learn to present your work effectively to interdisciplinary audiences and in a digital format. Improve your understanding of how to look at architecture sites and briefs from different angles, and use techniques to construct interesting and unique responses. Highlights Specifically developed to enable practising architects to study part-time, learn new techniques, sharpen their design skills and keep abreast of current theory. Focus on practical projects: the degree is by project, which means that you undertake a project based on an aspect of your architecture practice to date. No coursework. Strong contemporary theoretical framework. Collaborative approach: the Master of Architecture, together with the Master of Landscape Architecture, is part of a suite of design programmes at Unitec. Students in both programmes get together for theory seminars and workshops in order to foster collaboration, new ideas and new approaches to interdisciplinary practice. International academics and practitioners contribute to the different stages of the programme. Part-time study available. Seminars and workshops In Semester One you complete a seminar series that explores current architecture theory and practice, and helps you develop your research question and a draft research proposal. Then, present your draft project proposal at a workshop where you receive feedback from your colleagues, tutors and invited expert guests. If your proposal is confirmed, you embark on a series of workshops at which you present your work in progress for critique and evaluation by invited international architects, landscape architects and designers. These regular workshops aim to stimulate you to move beyond current models, trends and preconceptions. There will also be sessions offered throughout the year to discuss your project. For detailed course information and admission requirements visit Career opportunities Architecture practitioner (senior level) Architecture lecturer (senior level)

28 26 Study options Landscape Architecture Master of Landscape Architecture Level 9, 240 credits Duration Full-time for 18 months (minimum) or part-time for 2½ years (minimum) Starts Throughout the year Interviews First round of interviews held in November Number of places 8 places Indicative fee $6187 per semester (full-time) Campus Mt Albert study@unitec.ac.nz freephone Are you a qualified and experienced landscape architect who wants to take their practice to a new level? The Master of Landscape Architecture introduces you to the world of design research at a postgraduate and post-professional level, with key contemporary approaches to landscape architectural design and urbanism. It s research through designing, research by design project. You develop the skills to carve out a particular focus of investigation that can contribute to landscape architecture, the world and your own professional development. Highlights Focus on design. Intended to act as a springboard for design leaders, design researchers and design educators. The only postgraduate landscape architectural programme in the northern part of New Zealand. Emphasis on real-world projects, fieldwork, and the practice of landscape design in a complex and dynamic world. Primarily designed for qualified and experienced landscape architects but suitably qualified designers from other disciplines (with appropriate experience) and strong recent landscape architecture graduates can also apply. Significant emphasis on modes of practice and how to approach design problems. Focus on landscape architectural urbanism. A collaborative working relationship with the Master of Architecture, which is also developing an urbanistic emphasis. An intimate, collegial and mobile design research culture. Attention is given to generating an intense ongoing and supportive discussion of design work, key issues and techniques in seminar and studio modes. Individual supervision in a design studio environment. Dedicated workspaces for full-time students in our refitted 24-hour access studio space. The programme distinguishes itself from coursework-heavy professional masters programmes, which provide introductory professional qualifications, and from Master of Urban Design programmes, which in Australia and New Zealand tend to focus on one particular way of approaching urban design. Experienced staff: the Programme Leader founded the first post-professional design research degree in landscape architecture at RMIT University, won design awards for public projects, published widely and taught at the University of Pennsylvania at the invitation of James Corner. A supervisory team with strong abilities in design processes, modes of practice, urbanism, the use of representation, open systems thinking and ecology. Critique at regular workshops and examination by local, national and international critics. Access to quality digital design tools. Part-time study available.

29 Study options Landscape Architecture 27 Seminars and workshops You don t need to have a fully developed research project when you begin the programme you have the first semester to fine-tune your proposal. During this time you work in a seminar and studio format, exploring key problems, approaches and techniques of designing and design research, initial analytical and design forays, laying out a field of inquiry and identifying a focused way to investigate it, and developing and presenting a research proposal. Once your proposal has been accepted, you work with a formal supervisory team towards presentations to design critics at a series of workshops across the year. A seminar runs parallel to the formal supervision. Each workshop provides advice on the progress of the investigation and the next steps. Once your project is considered to be sufficiently developed, you exhibit it publicly and create a finishing document and verbal presentation. Fred Tschopp Senior Scholarship Each year, the owner of the best first-year Master of Landscape Architecture portfolio is offered this fees scholarship, given to Unitec by the family of pioneering landscape architect Fred Tschopp. Career opportunities Landscape architectural design leader, design educator and design researchers Architect and others who wish to develop landscape architectural design capabilities.

30 28 General Info Fees and loans Fees and loans The indicative fee listed on the page for each programme in this brochure was the approximate 2013 annual programme fee (including GST). Programme fees for 2014 have not yet been set and Unitec is currently reviewing them in the context of the Ministry of Education s fees maxima policy. As soon as they are approved, 2014 fees for these programmes will be available on The indicative fee acts as a guide only. You will be notified of your exact fee when you have enrolled. Please do not send any payment until you receive your fee invoice. The programme fee you pay at enrolment covers tuition and class materials. You will also have to pay a Student Services fee and any applicable NZQA charges. Textbooks for your programme are an additional cost. The deadline for payment of student tuition fees is seven days before your programme starts. You can pay by cheque, EFTPOS, credit card or in the form of an approved application for a student loan. (You should apply for your student loan as early as possible to avoid processing delays.) Once you have your student login, you can also pay online, using myrecords. For information about individual course fees visit This fee information applies to domestic students only. For details about international student fees, please contact the International Office on or refer to the International Prospectus. Administration fees (including GST) In 2013, the administration fees were as shown below. Fees for 2014 have not yet been set and the fees listed here are indicative only. Our withdrawal policy You may withdraw from a course by giving written notice to Student Central (Te Pae Kōrero). If you withdraw from a course before 10 percent of the course has been completed you are generally entitled to a refund of 90 percent of fees. There is no refund of fees if you withdraw after this time, except in exceptional circumstances. For full details, read the Admission, Enrolment and Fees Policy available on our website at No record of the enrolment will be entered on your academic record if you withdraw before 10 percent of the course is completed. If you withdraw after 10 percent of the course is completed a grade of W (representing withdrawal from the course) will appear on your academic record. An application for a refund must be made in writing and on the prescribed form available from Student Central (Te Pae Kōrero). Find out about student loans and allowances We want to make sure that you enjoy student life without too many financial worries. Visit for financial tips or to draw up a budget, or contact the Manager Student Funding and Engagement on ext Student loans and allowances support is available to eligible students. For information about student loans and allowances contact StudyLink on freephone or visit their website Programme codes are listed at the top of the relevant programme page. You may need these codes if applying for a loan and/or allowance. Academic record (transcript) (for two copies) $25.00 Appeal against grade, per course (refunded if grade changed) $99.00 Copy of course descriptors $ Credit recognition for non-unitec courses $ Recount (refunded if error found) $25.00 Resit, per course (where applicable) $35.80 Replacement certificates $25.00 Student Services fee $2.44 per credit

31 29 Scholarships and awards Get a scholarship to help with your finances Unitec offers lots of financial support for both new and current students to help you pay for your studies. Awards come in all shapes and sizes: from book vouchers to study awards, and from postgraduate scholarships to financial grants for Māori and Pacific students. Youth Guarantee scheme If you re aged 16 or 17 the Youth Guarantee scheme gives you the chance to study for free for a year. Places are available in selected practical programmes and Bridgepoint foundation education certificates. To find out whether you are eligible and to see the full list of programmes available visit To find out more about how Unitec could help you, call Student Central on Follow the prompts to speak to one of our helpful programme advisors about tuition fees and support. You can also visit

32 Māori students at Unitec Maia Māori Centre Kia kaha, kia toa, kia maia, kia manawanui Maia Māori Centre is a one-stop support and development centre. It s the place to go for course advice, scholarship information, study workshops and even a counselling service. You can make use of the study space, drop-in centre and computer support while you re there. Te reo and mātauranga Māori courses Want to learn te reo or improve your skills? The Maia team offers free Māori language short courses and mātauranga Māori electives. Mentoring Whai Ake is Maia s mentoring programme for first-year Māori students, to help you meet new friends, access academic support and get involved in cultural activities. Scholarships There are lots of scholarships on offer for Māori students, including $1000 Whai Ake scholarships, Māori START Awards and postgraduate awards. Contact Maia on ext 8416, maia@unitec.ac.nz or visit Te Noho Kotahitanga Marae Our stunning Te Noho Kotahitanga Marae is at the heart of the Mt Albert campus part of the site where the Ngati Awa people settled. It s where students, staff and the community can gather, a place for historical and local knowledge, and a centre for shared learning.

33 Pacific students at Unitec Pacific Centre for Learning, Teaching and Research The Pacific Centre team provides academic, personal and cultural support for all Pacific students. Their services include study workshops, financial advice, scholarship information, mentoring and careers guidance. Feel free to use the drop-in centre and computer facilities while you re there. The Pacific Centre also supports postgraduate students and Pacific research projects. They organise Pacific Orientation activities, Fanau evenings and the Pacific student graduation dinner, too. Mentoring Tu u ke Ma u is a mentoring programme for firstyear Pacific students. Your mentors are Pacific staff who will guide and support you, and help you access Unitec services. Scholarships Unitec offers lots of scholarships for Pacific students including: Pacific START awards Unitec Pacific carpentry scholarships TEC Pasifika Scholarships for Building and construction Plumbing and gasfitting Electrical engineering Welding and fabrication Contact the Pacific Centre on , pacific@unitec.ac.nz or visit

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35 33 Everything you need at Unitec» Alumni programme» Banking facilities» Bookshop» Cafés (including a licensed café)» Career Centre» Chapel» Chaplains» childcare facilities (including Māori Language Early Childhood Centre)» Computer labs» Copy Centre» Counselling» Gym» healthcare facilities including the Student Health Centre, Osteopathic Clinic and a pharmacy» IELTS Test Centre» International Office» Libraries (two at Mt Albert, one at Waitakere and one at the Northern campus)» Learning commons» Muslim prayer room» On-campus accommodation» research Office and Postgraduate Centre» shuttle bus service (across the Mt Albert campus, and between Mt Albert and Waitakere)» Squash Centre» student Exchange Programme (an opportunity to study at Unitec partner institutions in 26 countries around the world)» Student galleries» student learning centre» support centres for Māori and Pacific students» support services for students with learning or physical disabilities» Unitec Theatre» usu Students Association» Veterinary Clinic Jobs on campus The first IBM Delivery Centre in New Zealand is based at our Mt Albert campus, and there are lots of well-paid job opportunities for Unitec students. Flexible hours allow you to work around your class timetable and the Mt Albert location saves you travel time. The IBM Delivery Centre recruits students from all programmes - it s a great way to earn money and get experience while you study. Find out more at

36 34 Experience it for yourself On-campus events We hold special events throughout the year where you can meet Unitec staff, graduates and industry representatives and ask all your burning questions. For the latest updates keep checking Take a campus tour See for yourself what our campuses are like! Campus tours run each Friday afternoon from March until the end of November. Bookings are essential. To find out more call or study@unitec.ac.nz Taster Day Not sure what to expect from tertiary study? Keen to find out what you might be studying? Spend a day at Unitec and try a whole range of activities in the subject you re interested in. It s a great way to check out the facilities on offer, experience our teaching style and see what campus life is like. Taster Days are open to year 12 and 13 students as well as people who ve already left school and are thinking of returning to study. Get some career guidance Not sure what to study? Visit the Career Centre for free career counselling and advice on course planning. Once you're a student, we can also help you with CVs, cover letters, finding work and interview skills. To find out more call , career@unitec.ac.nz or visit To find out more call or lszabo@unitec.ac.nz DISCLAIMER: Unitec Institute of Technology has used reasonable care to ensure that the information in this publication is accurate at the time of publication. However, to the extent permitted by law, Unitec is not liable for, and makes no warranties or representations as to such accuracy and may change or correct any such information without prior notice. Changes will be available on and from Student Central (Te Pae Kōrero).

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38 36 Apply now Follow these simple steps to apply for the programme of your choice. Places often fill up quickly so we recommend applying early Choose the programme you want to study Need some help deciding? Contact Student Central (Te Pae Kōrero) for advice on programmes, courses and study paths. Phone study@unitec.ac.nz Apply for a place The fastest and easiest way to apply is online, and we recommend doing it early! You can log in to myunitec anytime to check your application. No computer access? Phone Student Central (Te Pae Kōrero) on to order an application pack. Acknowledgement We will contact you by post or to acknowledge that we have received your application form. Check your spam folder if you haven t heard from us. If you need to supply more details we will let you know. Additional admission requirements Some programmes have additional admission requirements. For example, you may need to complete additional forms, be interviewed, have an audition or present a portfolio of work. You will be notified of the details if this is applicable. 5 Offer of place If your application is successful you will receive an offer of place. This might be conditional on you meeting specific requirements. 6 Acceptance If you are offered a place you normally have 14 days to accept or decline. 7 Payment Once you have accepted your place, your fees are payable. For short courses, fees are payable at the time of applying. For all other programmes, fees need to be paid seven days before you start. You will either be sent an invoice in the post or you can access your invoice online by logging into myunitec. Student loans are available to eligible students. Find out more from StudyLink on freephone or visit Need some help applying? We ve put together answers to the most frequently asked questions about the application process. Check whether we ve answered your question online at Still not sure? Contact Student Central (Te Pae Kōrero): phone , study@unitec.ac.nz, or come in and visit us.

39 2014 calendar JAN 6 Summer Semester resumes 13 JUL Mon 21 Semester 2 begins 27 Mon 27 Auckland Anniversary Day 28 FEB 3 Thu 6 Waitangi Day 10 AUG MAR 3 Mon 3 Semester 1 begins 10 SEP 1 Mon 1 to Fri 5 - Mid-Semester break Wed 17 - Graduation APR 7 Tue 8 to Wed 9 Graduation 14 Mon 14 to Fri 25 Mid-Semester break OCT Fri 25 ANZAC Day 20 MAY JUNE Mon 2 Queen s Birthday 9 Crit week NOV 27 Mon 27 Labour Day Crit week 3 Study week 10 Exam week Fri 14 Semester 2 ends 17 Mon 17 Summer break begins (no Architecture classes taught over Summer) Study week 23 Exam week Fri 27 Semester 1 ends 30 Mon 30 Jun to Fri 18 Jul Mid-year break DEC

40 U007886/0813/4,500 phone fax web address Private Bag Victoria St West Auckland 1142 New Zealand Mt Albert campus 139 Carrington Rd Mt Albert Auckland 1025 Northern campus 10 Rothwell Ave Albany Auckland 0632 Waitakere campus 5-7 Ratanui St Henderson Auckland 0612