Architectural designer

Develops building concepts, drawings and visualisations under applicable professional and regulatory requirements. Explore current demand, important skills and estimated junior, mid-level and senior salaries, plus 1 linked programme across 1 university. Enter your subjects and marks to discover which linked programmes you may qualify for.

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Career overview

What does a Architectural designer do?

Develops building concepts, drawings and visualisations under applicable professional and regulatory requirements.

Demand level: Medium

Earning potential

Estimated annual salaries

JuniorR240 000 p.a.Mid-levelR450 000 p.a.SeniorR750 000 p.a.

Salary figures are estimates and may vary by employer, experience, qualifications, location and economic conditions.

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Skills linked to this career

CAD software · EssentialDesign development · EssentialTechnical drawing · EssentialBuilding knowledge · ImportantVisual communication · Important
Study routes

Programmes linked to this career

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Bachelor of Architectural Studies — University of Cape Town

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Frequently asked questions

What does a Architectural designer do?

Develops building concepts, drawings and visualisations under applicable professional and regulatory requirements.

What skills are important for this career?

Important skills include CAD software, Design development, Technical drawing, Building knowledge, Visual communication.

What salary can I expect?

VX provides junior, mid-level and senior annual salary estimates. Actual earnings vary by employer, experience, qualifications, location and economic conditions.

Which programmes can lead to this career?

1 linked programme is currently available in the VX database. Use Course Match to see which ones fit your subjects and marks.