Professional Practice in Architecture (Part 3) University of Nottingham

Overview

It draws upon their experience gained during their time in practice as a vehicle for demonstrating that they have the necessary knowledge, skills, understanding, and behaviours required of a professional Architect.

Taught content is delivered through a combination of in-person recall days, online lectures, workshops, and study group activities, and is structured around the Professional Criteria set out by the ARB (Architects Registration Board) in their Prescription of qualifications: ARB Criteria at Part 3.

The course runs from September-November each year and is structured into two defined parts, with part A (running September-May) focussing on delivery and assessment of academic inputs, and part B (running June-November) based in practice. During part B, candidates use a Case Study project to demonstrate the requisite knowledge, skills, behaviours and understanding across all criteria, supported by a critical reflection of their experience in practice and the wider profession.

The Professional Practice in Architecture (Part 3) programme offered by University of Nottingham is prescribed by ARB (Architects Registration Board), is validated by RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) and successful completion of the course allows exemption from the Part 3 entry requirements to the UK Architects Register (ARB) to enable the legal use of the title Architect.

Careers

They offer individual careers support for all postgraduate students.

Expert staff can help you research career options and job vacancies, build your CV or résumé, develop your interview skills and meet employers.

Each year 1,100 employers advertise graduate jobs and internships through the online vacancy service. They host regular careers fairs, including specialist fairs for different sectors.