Examinations

ARCHITECTURAL PRACTICE EXAMINATIONS

Registration of Architects is important in regulating the practice of architecture. Registration ensures that the general community can rely on the fact that people who use the description 'architect' are qualified both academically and by practical experience to perform their professional role to the standard which could be reasonably expected of an architect.

Under the provision of the Architects Act, 1939, as amended, candidates for registration are required to pass "an examination in architectural practice" conducted by the Board.

The examination is a composite examination conducted in three parts broadly as follows:-

Part 1 Eligibility
Part 2 National Examination Paper
Part 3 Examination by Interview

Part 1 - Eligibility

This is an appraisal of the Log Book and Statement of Practical Experience.
Important information for candidates

Part 2 - National Examination Paper

This is a one-hour 'closed book' multiple choice question paper. It is necessary to pass this paper to qualify to sit for Part 3. A sample paper is available on the AACA website: www.aaca.org.au/publications.html

Cost: $350

The National Examination Paper (NEP) is offered twice a year. The first session being in April and the second in September. For further details of examination dates for 2009 see APE Calendar 2010

A pass is required to proceed to interview (Part 3).

APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION TO PART 1 & 2 OF ARCHITECTURAL
PRACTICE EXAMINATION

Part 3 - Examination by Interview

This is an examination by interview by two examiners who are experienced practitioners, on the candidate's range of work and experience. Duration: up to one hour.

Cost: $400

Please contact the Board for further information in relation to the close of applications to sit examinations and Part 3 examination dates.

Download Guide to Registration Circular for more details on examination process.