Professional Practice in Architecture (Taught)

Reasons to choose Kingston

• RIBA have described this course as “rigorous, thorough and offering a high level of detail”.

• We provide professional practice podcasts to add value to your learning experience.

• Your individual assignments will link to real-life situations.

About this course
This course is the last stage of the formal education leading to qualification and registration as an architect in the UK. It focuses on the legal, procedural, professional and managerial competencies needed to engage in architectural practice as a critical and reflective practitioner. You will be taught by professionals, established practitioners and experts. We also provide additional value with Professional Practice Podcasts. The course covers the RIBA criteria for Part 3 prescribed by the ARB. The Part 3 assignments mean that there are no exams. At the end of your course, you will present Professional Experience Development Records (PEDRs), Case Study Volumes, a Scenario-Based report, and then sit the viva voce.

Example modules

• Law and the Professional

• Professional Services & Business Management

• Building Procurement & Project Management

For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.

Example modules: Law and the Professional; Professional Services & Business Management; Building Procurement and Project Management. For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.

Assessment comprises coursework (e.g. essays, reports) Volumes of professional development and case studies, as well as the final viva. The approximate percentage for how you will be assessed on this course is as follows, though depends to some extent on the optional modules you choose.

Type of assessment:
Coursework: 100%

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

• Royal Institute of British Architects
• Architects Registration Board