About Architectural Technology in Fanshawe College

The buildings of the future need qualified and inspired architects today. Combining creativity with the hands-on world of construction, Fanshawe's Architectural Technology program will introduce you to the dynamic, exciting and always in-demand world of building design.

The potential for growth and career satisfaction in the architectural field is high. With your advanced diploma, you'll learn the principles of design, focusing your ideas into projects that have the potential to succeed. As well, you'll learn about contemporary building methods, and structural and environmental engineering in our architecture technology courses. With the promising growth of environmentally sustainable buildings, our technology-focused program will give you the knowledge of the latest architectural trends and techniques. Through our building insepctore courses, you'll be able to follow your passions and hone the skills that excite you.

Hands-on learning in our architecture technology courses

You'll also gain hands-on knowledge of how buildings are created from their inception to completion and their inspection by working on realistic residential, industrial, commercial and institutional projects. All this will be topped off with four paid co-op work terms.

When you graduate, you'll be qualified to work as a plans examiner, building inspector, draftsperson, facilities manager, or even as a technical sales representative. Your passions and strengths will determine your career path in this diverse field.

This program is accredited by Co-operative Education and Work Integrated Learning Canada. This accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for co-operative education programs in Canada, and recognizes Fanshawe's commitment to excellence.

Career Opportunities

The graduate may find career opportunities with professional architectural and engineering firms, construction companies, industrial and commercial corporations and government agencies. After suitable experience, graduates will be qualified for positions such as; architectural assistant/technologist, job captain, senior draftsperson, project co-ordinator/manager, field supervisor, specification writer, clerk of works, inspector, technical representative and self-employment.

Academic qualification equivalents

• Class 12 passed students from a recognized board including CBSE, CISCE or a state board
• All India Senior School Certificate or Higher Secondary Certificate/Standard 12 or Indian School Certificate (Year 12) as recognized qualifications
• Final minimum average of 65.0% based on the highest six Grade 12 University (U) or University/College (M) courses

English language requirements (one of the below):

IELTS: International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic test with an overall score of 5.5  - 7.0 with no score less than 5.0 - 6.5 in reading and listening and a score of 7.0 in writing and speaking, with test results within the last two years
Please note, some Whitireia degree level programmes require a higher level of English language competence. 

TOEFL iBT :Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) test with a minimum score of 60 - 100for the Internet-based test (iBT), with test results within the last two years

PTE: Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) with a minimum score of 40 - 65, with test results within the last two years

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Fanshawe College Tuition fee/Cost of Attendance

To provide prospective students an indication of the minimal account balance required before applying for admission to Fanshawe College, the anticipated cost of expenditures is as follows:

Tuition fee

The cost of tuition varies depending on the length and difficulty level of each programme offered at Fanshawe College. However, the average anticipated cost is as follows:

International Applicants: 2,135 to 12,450 USD.

Domestic Applicants: 1,035 to 4,590 USD.

Other Expenses including textbooks, housing, food, entertainment, among others: 7,600 to 9,120 USD.8