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Last Updated: 21 Feb 2025

Architectural Technology & Building Services

An inter-disciplinary course that integrates sustainability in architectural design and technology in building systems. It also equips you with green energy management as core competencies that position you to thrive in both the architectural profession and the sustainable built environment industry.

Course code : T29
Temasek Polytechnic
Admission type: JAE , JPAE , Poly EAE , PFP , DAE
2025 JAE ELR2B2-C aggregate: 8-16
Course duration : 3 years

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Course details

Field of study Built Environment
Track/Specialisation

This course offers the following tracks or specialisation:

  • Digital Architecture
  • Sustainable Design
  • Green Energy Management
Certification offered

Diploma in Architectural Technology & Building Services

Learn more about the course

Minimum entry requirement

You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.

For N(A)-Level students seeking admission through PFP

This a Group 1 PFP course.

Subject Grade
English Language Syllabus A 1-3
Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics 1-3

One of the following relevant subjects:

  • Design and Technology
  • Food and Nutrition/Nutrition and Food Science
  • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Chemistry)
1-3

Any 2 other subjects excluding CCA

1-4
For O-Level students seeking admission through JAE
Subject Grade
English Language 1-7
Additional Mathematics or Mathematics 1-6

Any one of the following subjects

  • Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Chemistry
  • Computing/Computer Studies
  • Design & Technology
  • Electronics/Fundamentals of Electronics
  • Physics
  • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Chemistry)
1-6

Course modules

Year 1

Diploma-related modules

  • Introduction to Built Environment
  • Digital Modelling for Architecture 1
  • Engineering Mathematics 1
  • Engineering Physics
  • Eco-Architecture Design 1
  • Circuit Analysis
  • Engineering Mathematics 2
  • Computer Programming for Problem Solving
  • Electrical Design and Installation

General modules

  • Communication and Information Literacy
  • Current Issues and Critical Thinking
  • Leadership: Essential Attributes and Practice 1
  • Sports and Wellness
  • Persuasive Communication
  • Career Readiness 1
  • Global Studies
  • Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Year 2

Diploma-related modules

  • Digital Modelling for Architecture 2
  • Building Management Systems
  • Building Performance Modelling
  • Eco-Architecture Design 2
  • Energy Management and Audit
  • Integrated Design Studio
  • Air Conditioning and Mechanical Ventilation
  • Building Systems Modelling

General modules

  • Leadership: Essential Attributes and Practice 2
  • Workplace Communication
  • Managing Diversity at Work*
  • Global Citizenship and Community Development*
  • Expressions of Culture*
  • Guided Learning
  • Career Readiness 2

* Students must choose to take either one of these three subjects or Guided Learning.

Year 3

Diploma-related modules

  • Data Visualisation and Analytics
  • Fire and Life Safety Management
  • Major Project

Electives

  • Special Project 1
  • Special Project 2
  • Higher Engineering Skills 1
  • Higher Engineering Skills 2

General modules

  • Student Internship Programme
  • Leadership: Essential Attributes and Practice 3
  • Career Readiness 3

Internship

Internship duration 20 weeks
Internship timeframe Year 3

Career prospects

You can explore the following career options upon graduation:

  • Architectural Associate/Assistant
  • BIM Modellers (Architecture/Mechanical/Electrical)
  • Environmental Sustainability Designer (ESD)
  • Engineer/Technical Executive (M&E/ESD)
  • Sustainability Specialist/Consultants

Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.

How to register

Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.

Joint Polytechnic Admissions Exercise (JPAE)

You may register using the JPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

Polytechnic Early Admissions Exercise (Poly EAE)

You may register using the Poly EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP)

You may register using the PFPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

Direct Admissions Exercise (DAE)

You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.