Welcome to the Associate Degree Architecture

The art and science of designing buildings and (some) nonbuilding structures. The style of design and method of construction of buildings and other physical structures. A unifying or coherent form or structure. Our programme aims to educate students in addressing current challenges faced worldwide, including climate change, resource depletion, sustainability and energy efficiency. Students will work on authoring projects to create a positive impact through diverse design practices and innovative solutions that resonate with the industry during their undergraduate studies.

Graduates from Architecture programme will be:

  • Creative Critical Thinkers with a research-informed, process-driven design enabling adaptability and innovative architecture.
  • Advocates of Contextually Driven Architecture, contributing towards building a regionally and culturally sustainable future.
  • Adept with Contemporary Challenges and Advanced Technologies, keeping them current and design forward.
  • Confident in the subject area and embrace a Collaborative and Multi-disciplinary Design Approach.
  • Industry linked, including national and international practitioners and relevant professional bodies.

Career Option 

Urban Planner, Architect, Landscape Architect, Interior designer, Architectural Technologist, Construction Manager, Industrial designer, Structural engineer, Graphic Designer, Production designer, Building surveyor, Restoration architect, Architectural drafter, Artist, Lighting consultant, Home inspector, Urban designer, Technician, Project manager, Spatial designer

Eligibility

English Language Requirement

College of the Canyons will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12 year education or English is designated as the primary and official language, and the principle language of instruction.

If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit  

  • English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Admission Requirements

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to College of the Canyons below

1. WASSCE/A level Certficate 

2. School Transcript

3. Passport

4. Recommendation Letter

Intakes

Fall, 2025

From January, 2025 to May, 2025

Open

Summer, 2025

From January, 2025 to March, 2025

Open

Spring, 2025

From January, 2025 to January, 2025

Open

Fall, 2024

From January, 2024 to May, 2024

Open