Studying Architecture in UK
Studying Architecture in UK
Summary
60 UK universities have accredited architect courses, with a minimum DSE requirement of 333, and most require 554. If you have a portfolio, you do not need to study for an extra year at the UK Foundation.
How to become an architect in the UK?
The UK architect license requires RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architect ) approval, which takes 7 years. The steps are as follows:
- Part 1: First, you need to complete a 3-4 year architecture degree such as BA, BArch, BSc or BEng approved by the Architects Registration Board (ARB). Usually, a Scottish university architecture degree takes 4 years.
- Worked as a placement engineer in an architectural firm for 1 year
- Part 2: 2-year MArch or PG Dip. If you are studying for an architecture degree at a British university , a MArch generally requires you to have a First or Second Hon degree and complete the above two parts.
- 1 year placement in a European or British architect house
- Part 3: An oral exam on the UK architect practice and legal examinations and your 2 years of construction-related work experience.
British Architect Salary
- Partners: $51,000
- Associate: $38,000
- Architect (more than 5 years ARB registered): $33,000
- Architect (less than 5 years ARB registered): $28,300
- Technologist: $28,000
- Architectural assistant (Part 2): $23,000
- Architectural assistant (Part 1): $18,000
- Other Chartered Construction Professional: $32,000
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