

“Architecture for society's full potential: Unique, contextual, resourceful, and practical.”
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Bachelor of Architectural Studies Bachelor This program provides a strong academic and practical foundation for students, preparing them for an internship and further Master's studies in Architecture. The curriculum introduces architectural principles, social and environmental influences, and prepares students for professional practice. | 3 Years English Approximately 65506 Rand for national students. International tuition is approximately 18300 USD per year. Deadline: Check UKZN website for 2026 application deadlines | |
Bachelor of Architecture Honours Bachelor Honours This program engages with progressive professional architectural knowledge, expertise, and proficiencies related to the study and vocation of architecture. The module structure provides a solid base for the Master's program, integrating urban design principles. | 1 Year (Full-time), 2 Years (Part-time) English Check UKZN website for tuition fees Deadline: Applications typically close on November 30th | |
Master of Architecture Master This program allows students to develop their own design schemes based on research, exposing them to the broader context of architecture, urban design, and community engagement. It can be used for registration as a candidate professional architect. | 1 Year (Full-time), 2 Years (Part-time) English Approximately 18300 USD per year. Check UKZN website for local tuition fees. Deadline: Applications open in September 2025 and close on October 31, 2025 | |
Master of Town and Regional Planning (Development Planning) Master This program broadens traditional planning to include economic development and coordination of planning between agencies and government departments. It focuses on development issues and economic development rather than local-level physical planning. | 2 Years English Check UKZN website for tuition fees Deadline: Check UKZN website for application deadlines | |
Master of Urban and Regional Planning (Environment and Planning) Master This program focuses on physical planning and land development processes with a stronger emphasis on environmental issues. It is oriented toward the local level, physical planning, and environmental processes, with less emphasis on economic and development issues. | 12 Months English Approximately 18300 USD per year. Check UKZN website for local tuition fees. Deadline: Check UKZN website for application deadlines | |
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) PhD This program involves rigorous research in an applied context, contributing to knowledge in leadership and related areas in Africa and globally. It aims to make a positive difference to organizations, communities, or society. | Minimum 4 Semesters (Full-time), 8 Semesters (Part-time) English Check UKZN website for tuition fees Deadline: Check UKZN website for application deadlines |
University of Kwa-Zulu Natal is Architecture for society's full potential: Unique, contextual, resourceful, and practical.
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University of Kwa-Zulu Natal provides a comprehensive curriculum including: Bachelor of Architectural Studies, Bachelor of Architecture Honours, Master of Architecture, Master of Town and Regional Planning (Development Planning), Master of Urban and Regional Planning (Environment and Planning).
University of Kwa-Zulu Natal is situated in Durban, South Africa, offering a vibrant context for architectural study.