**Overview**
If youve studied architecture, surveying or civil engineering, and have completed RIBA parts 1 and 2, this Final Examination in Professional Practice (part 3) Architecture course is your final step to become a professional architect. When you graduate, youll be able to apply for the Final Certificate in Architecture (Part 3) ARB/RIBA and practise as a qualified architect.
On this course youll learn about current practice issues, legal and building legislation, and contractual issues in the industry, as well as improving your knowledge of the environment and...
**Overview**<br/>If youve studied architecture, surveying or civil engineering, and have completed RIBA parts 1 and 2, this Final Examination in Professional Practice (part 3) Architecture course is your final step to become a professional architect. When you graduate, youll be able to apply for the Final Certificate in Architecture (Part 3) ARB/RIBA and practise as a qualified architect.<br/><br/>On this course youll learn about current practice issues, legal and building legislation, and contractual issues in the industry, as well as improving your knowledge of the environment and sustainability, and the social and economic side of the construction industry. <br/><br/>Youll join a smaller cohort of students than many postgraduate degrees and have plenty of opportunities to get to know your peers and lectures. You’ll learn in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, and enhance your teamwork, communication and project management skills throughout the course. <br/><br/>You’ll apply your learning in workshops including our Contract Workshop, where youll practise your contract administration skills by following a series of scenarios and role play with a JCT Standard Building Contract. <br/><br/>To apply for this course you need to hold RIBA Part 1 and Part 2, and have at least two years experience in architectural practice. 12 months of this experience should be in a UK/EU practice. <br/><br/>**Eligibility**<br/>This course accepts UK, EU, and international students.<br/><br/>**Course highlights**<br/>- Study Practice Management, Law and Contract, as set out in the ARB/RIBA syllabus<br/><br/><br/>- Complete a case study of a live project, relevant to your current professional role<br/><br/><br/>- Use our design studios, featuring advanced architectural computer facilities, CNC milling machine, laser cutting machines, the virtual reality suite and professional printers<br/><br/><br/>- Benefit from our nurturing teaching environment and a mix of lectures and workshops<br/><br/><br/>- Be supported by staff with extensive academic and architectural practice experience, and construction industry experts. <br/><br/><br/>- Hear from industry experts working in UK construction, including barristers (Crown Office Chambers) , lawyers (Fenwick Elliott), solicitors, architects (National practices such as AHMM and local practices), and planning consultants (Savills)<br/><br/><br/>- Be eligible to apply for the Final Certificate in Architecture (Part 3) ARB/RIBA and practise as a qualified architect when you graduate<br/>
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Study Mode
Part-time
Duration
1 Years
Start Date
19/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
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Course Code
Unknown
Institution Code
P80
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