How to become an architect
You can get into this job through:
- a university course
- an apprenticeship
- working towards this role
University
You'll need to complete:
- a degree recognised by the Architects Registration Board (ARB)
- a year of practical work experience
- a further 2 years' full-time university course like BArch, Diploma, MArch
- a year of practical training
- a final qualifying exam
Many course providers will also want to see a portfolio of your drawings and sketches.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English, maths and science
- 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree
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Apprenticeship
You can get into this role through an architect degree apprenticeship.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A levels, or equivalent, for a higher or degree apprenticeship
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Work
If you're already working at a high level in an architectural practice but cannot study full time, you could qualify through RIBA Studio.
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Registration
- you'll need to be registered with the Architects Registration Board
Professional and industry bodies
You could join the Royal Institute of British Architects, for training opportunities and to make industry contacts.
Further information
You can find out more about becoming an architect from the Royal Institute of British Architects, the Architects Registration Board and Go Construct.