Architecture: Professional Practice (PgDip) 12 months Postgraduate Programme By Cardiff University |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Architecture and Built Environment

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Blended

On this Diploma programme, students will acquire an in-depth understanding of the legal and economic aspects of architectural practice and construction procurement, and the related skills necessary to practice effectively on entry into the architectural profession.


The programme is designed to be undertaken whilst in full-time employment within an architectural practice or related construction industry organisation. It is taught by blended learning methods using the internet (See 'how will I be taught below.) The full-time version is a fast track route allowing completion within nine months.


The Diploma is prescribed by the ARB in relation to entry on the register of architects, and validated by the RIBA as equivalent to the RIBA Examination in Professional Practice (the Part 3). The course has received commendations from three successive RIBA Visiting Boards including from the latest, in July 2021, when it was commended for ‘its synthesis of academic rigour and practice’.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Architecture and Built Environment

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Blended

On this Diploma programme, students will acquire an in-depth understanding of the legal and economic aspects of architectural practice and construction procurement, and the related skills necessary to practice effectively on entry into the architectural profession.


The programme is designed to be undertaken whilst in full-time employment within an architectural practice or related construction industry organisation. It is taught by blended learning methods using the internet (See 'how will I be taught below.) The full-time version is a fast track route allowing completion within nine months.


The Diploma is prescribed by the ARB in relation to entry on the register of architects, and validated by the RIBA as equivalent to the RIBA Examination in Professional Practice (the Part 3). The course has received commendations from three successive RIBA Visiting Boards including from the latest, in July 2021, when it was commended for ‘its synthesis of academic rigour and practice’.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
176+
69+
88+
In order to be considered for an offer for this programme you will need to meet all of the entry requirements. Your application will not be progressed if the information and evidence listed is not provided.

With your online application you will need to provide:
  1. A copy of your certificate and transcripts which show you have the qualifications prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) at Part 1 and Part 2.  If your certificate or result is pending, please upload any interim transcripts or provisional certificates.
  2. A copy of your IELTS certificate with an overall score of 6.5 with 5.5 in all subskills, or evidence of an accepted equivalent. Please include the date of your expected test if this qualification is pending. If you have alternative acceptable evidence, such as an undergraduate degree studied in the UK, please supply this in place of an IELTS.
  3. Evidence that you have completed a minimum of 12 months professional experience compliant with ARB requirements. 
  4. A personal statement which includes your reasons for studying this programme and any experience with issues related to legal and economic aspects of architectural practice and construction procurement within your previous studies or professional career.

1 Year
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
3,500 GBP
International
6,700 GBP

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