architecture
[degree]
FACULTY OF ART, DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE
PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENTS
> A portfolio is a collection of the applicant’s work, held in protective covering, such as cardboard or rigid plastic sheets. Covers
must not be larger than 594mm X 420mm (A2).
> The applicant’s reference number (on your invitation letter), telephone number and the wording “DEPARTMENT OF
ARCHITECTURE” must appear on the cover in neat block letters.
> The portfolio cover is part of the portfolio and should be designed as a reflection of the applicant and their work.
PORTFOLIO DEADLINE
Portfolios must be submitted within two weeks of the applicant’s attending the selection testing but no later than 6 November 2014.
Applicants will be informed of the outcome of the assessment in an official letter. Portfolios must be collected by 31 January 2015.
The portfolio must be sent via courier or delivered to the Departmental Secretary, Department of Architecture, FADA Building,
Auckland Park Bunting Road Campus, University of Johannesburg, Cottesloe, Johannesburg. Contact telephone number 011 559 1115.
The portfolio must contain the following:
a) A single A4 sheet (preferably typed) providing:
— A summary of the applicant’s most recent school results and other studies
— A brief outline of the applicant’s work experience and the results of any aptitude testing
— A certified declaration that the portfolio is the applicant’s own work
b) A certified copy of the applicant’s most recent school results and other studies
c) A one-page essay (preferably typed) explaining why the applicant would like to study architecture
d) A letter from a firm of architects confirming that the applicant has spent a full day in their office and has discussed a career
in architecture with one of the senior members of the firm.
Project 1: Drawing
> Make a pencil drawing of the entrance to a favourite public building. Use A2 paper (594mm x 420mm). Do this drawing as
accurately and as neatly as possible.
> This drawing must be done free-hand. A ruler, compass or any other technical drawing instrument may not be used, nor may
the drawing be traced from a photograph. You may add colour and or any form of rendering. It is preferable that you draw a
building that you have visited before.
> In your own handwriting and words, describe the entrance that you have drawn and why this particular entrance appeals to
you. This essay should clearly describe the building; its entrance in totality, including but not limited to, the spaces on either
side of the entrance door. Where possible, indicate which architect and/or engineer designed the building. This essay should
not exceed 2 pages.
Project 2: Mapping exercise
> Without text, visually communicate a journey from your home to a favourite local destination. Any medium is acceptable.
Use one sheet of A2 paper.
> All drawings must be done free-hand only. A map on its own will not suffice.
Project 3: Creative ability
> Include any five other pieces of work as evidence of your creative ability. This could include photographs, essays, poetry,
paintings, dance, sculpture, pottery, handicraft, etc. In the case of items such as pottery, sculpture or activities such as dance,
include a clear photograph – do not include the original item.
> You should preferably include a diverse array, not just photographs or paintings, etc.
Project 4: Three-dimensional thinking
> Design and make cardboard packaging that can securely hold a set of three table tennis (“ping-pong”) balls. Your design must
be such that it can be made from a single piece of cardboard that can be cut to shape, folded and glued together.
> The packaging must be “flat packed” (cut out but not folded and glued together) and included in your portfolio in its flat
(unfolded form). On a separate A2 sheet of paper, provide graphic instructions on how to assemble the packaging.
PLEASE NOTE
> The size of portfolio may NOT exceed A2 (594 x 420mm).
> The drawings may NOT be rolled up or put into cylindrical containers.
> Each item of your work must be clearly marked with your name.
While we take every care not to damage items, we cannot be held responsible in any way for the loss or damage to the whole or
part of your work.
We look for the following in the work:
> Potential and resourcefulness: Note that candidates with little experience in art or design are admitted where their work
provides evidence of good observation, three-dimensional awareness and careful consideration of the presentation of the
portfolio, with good, hand-drawn lettering, careful paper selection and careful organisation of the pages.
> Motivation: This can be seen in the way in which you present your work as a whole, the degree of effort and time invested in
your portfolio as well as your written motivation.
> Initiative: What often separates successful applicants from others is the ability to explore or record something for themselves,
working because they are interested – not because they have to. This means that sketch explorations are as useful as finished
works. Although supplementary work from school art or other institutions or courses is often received, evidence of this
independent initiative does not necessarily lie there.
> Creative ability: This is an important factor. However, note that expertise in technical drawing, painting, water colours, etc. is
not all that is looked at. A sense of design or composition, an ability to observe, communicate clearly, represent accurately and
a sense of scale that allows for an imaginative approach to subject matter and attention to detail are all looked for in the work.
> Academic potential: Strong portfolios often show work that is motivated by original ideas, thoroughness, initiative, faultless
grammar and spelling, vocabulary, research, etc.
Details of portfolio evaluation are available on www.uj.ac.za/architecture.
All images in this brochure are of student work from the Department of Architecture, Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture, University of Johannesburg.
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architecture
Bachelor of Architecture
Architectural professionals are involved in shaping the built environment. Their efforts
are evident everywhere, from the simple construction of a low-cost housing project to the
sophisticated erection of skyscrapers. Architectural professionals are employed in the
design, technological resolution and management of construction projects.
The Department of Architecture will offer the following programmes in 2015: Bachelor of
Architecture, Diploma in Architecture, the third yearsof the old National Diploma in Architectural
Technology, Bachelor of Technology Degree in Architectural Technology (specialising in either
Applied Design or Architectural Management) and the Master’s of Technology Degree in
Architectural Technology (Prof). The Department’s offerings have unconditional validation from
the Architectural Profession (SACAP) and the Commonwealth Association for Architecture (CAA).
Career Opportunities
The architectural profession offers a wide range of specialisations, from management to
technology and design. Graduates will be able to register with the following professional
bodies or institutes:
> South African Council for the Architectural Profession
> South African Institute for Architectural Technologists
> Some provincial Institutes of the SA Institute of Architects.
Admission Requirements for the Bachelor of Architecture
> Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification with a minimum APS or M-score (as below)
and degree admission.
> Attendance of an entrance assessment and submission of a prescribed portfolio once the
application form has been processed
> Completion of both National Benchmarking Tests (NBT): Academic and Quantitative Literacy
(AQL) and Mathematics.
Recommended school subjects include Art, Technical Drawing and/or Physical Science.
Average Point Score (APS)
A minimum APS of 30 is required to apply for the programme. Mathematical Literacy is not
accepted for this programme. The Life Orientation score is divided by two when calculating
the total APS.
LANGUAGES
Language of
teaching and
learning
Other
recognised
language
5
(60 - 69%)
5
(60 - 69%)
Mathematics
Life Orientation
Subjects 1, 2 & 3
5
(60 - 69%)
4
(50 - 59%)
5 (60 - 69%)
5 (60 - 69%)
4 (50 - 59%)
M-score
This scoring system is used if the applicant completed school prior to 2008 or A/O levels.
At least six subjects, of which at least three (including Mathematics) must be on the Higher
Grade or an equivalent qualification at an equivalent standard, as determined by a Status
Committee, and a minimum M-score of 14; at least a D symbol for English First Language,
Higher Grade; or a C symbol for English Second Language, Higher Grade; or a B symbol for
English, Standard Grade, and at least a D symbol for Mathematics, Higher Grade.
Compulsory subject: Mathematics: HG (D); English: as above.
SYMBOLS >
A
B
C
D
E
POINTS: Higher Grade
5
4
3
2
1
POINTS: Standard Grade
4
3
2
1
0
Applicants meeting the minimum entrance requirements (APS or M-score) for the
Bachelors in Architecture will be invited to attend an entrance assessment and to
submit a prescribed portfolio.
Selection Criteria
Selection is based on an entrance assessment and the submission of a prescribed
portfolio, as described overleaf.
The entrance assessment will be conducted by the University of Johannesburg Centre
for Psychological Services and Career Development (PsyCaD). Invited applicants must
make a booking to attend one of the following selection assessments (4.5 hours)
starting at 09:00:
> Saturday 13 September
> Saturday 27 September
> Monday 29 September
> Monday 6 October
> Monday 13 October
> Monday 27 October
> Saturday 1 November
Cost: R230
Venue: Auckland Park Kingsway Campus (Cnr Kingsway & University Road)
Bookings: Tahir/Phumzile +27 (0)11 559 3106 or email [email protected]
Applicants must submit a prescribed portfolio, as described on the other side of this
brochure, no later than 6 November 2014.