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Diploma of Architectural Technician

George Brown Polytechnic

Toronto, Canada
2 years
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

Two-year diploma in building documentation and construction technology.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Practise applied skills in Architectural Technician
Using design principles
Built-environment systems
Materials and project planning
While developing workplace communication and problem-solving abilities.

Career outcomes

Architectural Technician
Construction Manager
Estimator
BIM Operator
Technical Consultant
Detailer
Sales Associate
Facility Manager
Public and Private Sectors
Architectural and Engineering Consulting
Construction Companies
Manufacturing or Building Materials Sectors
Residential and Industrial
Commercial and Institutional (ICI) Design and Construction

Curriculum

Two academic years (four semesters)
A 16-month fast track is offered. Subjects: building fundamentals and site planning
Documentation and detailing in CAD and BIM
Sustainable building systems
Materials science
Structures in steel
Concrete
Masonry and wood
Surveying
Estimating
Construction management and the Ontario Building Code.

Entry requirements

Academic

Senior secondary school graduation or equivalent (Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent on programme pages)
Grade 12 English (C or U) and
For most programmes
Grade 11 or 12 Math
Some programmes add subject prerequisites
An audition
Interview or portfolio. English proficiency: IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5)
Duolingo 110
PTE Academic 54 or equivalent
Unless exempt.
No minimum grade published
Programme-specific prerequisite courses (selection-based programmes need portfolio
Audition or interview).

Accepted academic background

Senior secondary school graduation or equivalent (requirements vary by country and credential on the admissions page), Programme prerequisites such as Grade 12 English (C/U) and Grade 11 or 12 Math.

Language tests

IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each band)
Duolingo 110 (min production 90)
PTE Academic 54 (min 50 each band)
Cambridge 169 (no skill below 162)

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
English Language Test Results (If Applicable)
Portfolio (If Applicable)
Audition Materials (If Applicable).

How to apply

Review the current entry requirements and availability for Diploma of Architectural Technician at George Brown Polytechnic. Apply through the George Brown international applicant system for an available program intake. Submit academic transcripts and English proficiency results together with any program-specific supporting material. Pay the application fee according to the current institutional payment instructions. If admitted
Follow the enrollment instructions and arrange a student visa or study permit if applicable.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$19,345 CAD
Application fee	$110 CAD
Deposit	$1,000 CAD

Program details

Campus	Waterfront Campus
Faculty or school	Applied Science, Construction, and Engineering Technology
Department	Architectural Studies
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Scholarship options may depend on nationality, Merit and current funding. Check the published award criteria.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
9 Mar 2026
Closed
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
5 Apr 2027
142 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.