UK HONG KONG UAE PART RIBA Advanced Diploma in Professional Practice in Architecture Information Pack RIBA PART 3 COURSE 2018 UAE
What is the RIBA Part 3 Advanced Diploma in Professional Practice in Architecture? Over the last few years the RIBA has introduced an overseas Part 3 course and examination in both Hong Kong and more recently Dubai. Following the success of this venture we hope to continue on a yearly basis. This RIBA Part 3 course replicates the UK based Part 3 provision and primarily supports those students who have successfully completed their Part 1 and Part 2 in the UK, together with the required practical training experience, but who are currently working overseas. This expansion to the current RIBA Part 3 provides a local route to complete their UK education and upon successful completion of the course and examination will give them the opportunity to register with both ARB and RIBA. The demand for this opportunity has increased significantly with many UK post part 2 students seeking work abroad and importantly the withdrawal of Tier 1 post study work visas which will affect the overseas students who have studied in the UK. Given the UK format of the RIBA Part 3 course and examination it required little change in order to be delivered in the UAE. Am I eligible to register for the RIBA Part 3 course? Recent changes to eligibility have opened the course up to many more potential candidates and can be summarised as follows: Provided you have passed a course in architecture of at least 5 years and are undertaking practical training experience you are eligible to register for the Part 3 course. It should be noted that the RIBA Part 3 is primarily a UK qualification and that course is conducted in English therefore a good knowledge/ understanding of the language us essential. NB Eligibility to join the Part 3 course is identical to that in the UK and is set out in the RIBA procedures for validation and validation criteria for UK and International courses and examinations in architecture and are as follows: 10.2 e) admission to an RIBA validated part 3 course is normally restricted to candidates who: hold UK RIBA validated qualifications at part 1 and at part 2, or hold international RIBA validated qualifications equivalent to part 1 and part 2, or have completed the ARB Prescribed Examination at part 1 and/or part 2, or any combination of the above f) candidates who have completed the appropriate qualification/s listed under Annex V or Annex VI of the Mutual Recognition of Professional Qualifications Directive (2005/36/EC) may also be admitted to a part 3 course g) with specific reference to candidates who do not hold any of the qualifications listed in point e), all part 3 course providers must ensure that all candidates are made aware of the requirements for RIBA Chartered Membership and for ARB registration. Applicants for RIBA Chartered Membership should hold RIBA validated qualifications, except where they may be eligible through an alternative approved route, details of which can be found on www.architecture.com/membership Applicants for Part 3 with international RIBA qualifications or EU qualifications should be advised to contact the ARB to discuss their eligibility for the ARB Prescribed Examination prior to joining a Part 3 course. If you are still unsure on your eligibility then please complete the expression of interest form at the rear of this prospectus and return to Part3@riba.org. When will I be ready to take the examination? You will require at least 2 years of logged practical training experience, primarily in an architect s office. At least 12 months of this should be under the supervision of an architect in the UK/EEA or one of their overseas based offices*. *subject to approval by the Director RIBA Part 3 2
When will I be eligible to register with ARB and practice as an architect in the UK? In order to register as an architect within the UK you will need, in addition to Part 3, one of the following: Parts 1 and 2 from a prescribed, or validated course within the UK recognised EU qualifications received approval of non-recognised qualifications through the ARB Prescribed examinations When will I be eligible to register with RIBA as a Chartered Member? Eligibility to join the RIBA as a UK chartered member (& register with ARB) As section above. Eligibility to join RIBA as an International member (applicable for candidates working outside of the UK) You will require Parts 1 and 2 from an RIBA validated course plus two years experience. Five years architectural education from a non RIBA validated school of architecture plus five years experience and have gained approval of nonrecognised qualifications through the Membership Eligibility Assessment Panel (MEAP). Five years architectural education from a non RIBA validated school of architecture plus two years experience plus a Part 3 qualification and have gained approval of non-recognised qualifications through the Membership Eligibility Assessment Panel (MEAP). Five years architectural education from a non RIBA validated school of architecture plus two years experience plus MEAP access course qualification and have gained approval of non-recognised qualifications through the Membership Eligibility Assessment Panel (MEAP). www.architecture.com/meap Description of the overseas Part 3 courses The course structure remains fundamentally the same as that delivered in the UK and comprises: web based monthly study packs, provided on www.architecture.com to supplement the delivered course overseas Two, 3 or 4 day intensive courses, which fit with the Part 3 provision in the UK the course content is the same as the UK course, mapped against the ARB and RIBA Part 3 Criteria and delivered by external specialist lecturers. During the course all candidates have the opportunity for tutorials with Professional Studies Advisor (PSA) to discuss experience, case studies etc. office visits and/or video conferencing can be arranged on request for the candidates and their mentors as for UK candidates the examination, which is undertaken in the candidate s office over two days, will be the same as that in the UK, undertaken at the same time (adjusted for time zones) interviews will be conducted by professional examiners and an external examiner taken from the same pool of examiners as those employed within the UK How much does it cost? The cost of the course and examination will be TBA which includes: registration fee of 200 course fee of 2400 (payable in five installments if preferred) examination fee 700 (payable one month before the examination) How do I find out more and register? If you would like to register your interest in undertaking the Part3 course then please contact us on: Tel +44 (0)151 707 4381 Email Part3@riba.org Visit www.architecture.com/part3 3
KEY DATES January 2018 February March April 27-30 Part 3 UAE Course (Dubai) May June 28-30 Part 3 UAE Course (Dubai) July August Exam preparation September 5-7 Part 3 Examination October 12 Part 3 UAE Interview (Dubai) 4
RIBA Part 3 Expression of Interest Form - UAE Advanced Diploma in Professional Practice in Architecture (Part 3) Personal details Surname Employment details Practice name: Title: Mr / Mrs / etc. Forename/s Occupation Home/private details Postcode Country Practical Training and Experience Place and Dates: Postcode Country Tel/mobile Email Architectural Qualifications RIBA Part 1 / or equivalent School and course details School name RIBA Part 2 / or equivalent School and course details School name Postcode Country Postcode Country Course Course Qualification Qualification Date of passing Part 1 (dd/mm/yy) Date of passing Part 2 (dd/mm/yy) Declaration I wish to express my interest in the RIBA ADPPA (Part 3) UAE course and examination. Signature Date I am happy to be contacted about RIBA Membership Please return this form to Alison Mackinder, Director RIBA Part 3 at Part3@riba.org