Architecture: Professional Practice (PgDip)
Cardiff University
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On this programme, students will acquire an in-depth understanding of the legal and economic aspects of architectural practice and construction procurement, and the related skills necessary to practice effectively on entry into the architectural profession.On this Diploma programme, students will acquire an in-depth understanding of the legal and economic aspects of architectural practice and construction procurement, and the related skills necessary to practice effectively on entry into the ...Read more

On this programme, students will acquire an in-depth understanding of the legal and economic aspects of architectural practice and construction procurement, and the related skills necessary to practice effectively on entry into the architectural profession.

On this Diploma programme, students will acquire an in-depth understanding of the legal and economic aspects of architectural practice and construction procurement, and the related skills necessary to practice effectively on entry into the architectural profession.

The programme is designed to be undertaken whilst in full-time employment within an architectural practice or related construction industry organisation. It is taught by blended learning methods using the internet (See 'how will I be taught below.) The full-time version is a fast track route allowing completion within nine months.

The Diploma is prescribed by the ARB in relation to entry on the register of architects, and validated by the RIBA as equivalent to the RIBA Examination in Professional Practice (the Part 3). The course has received commendations from three successive RIBA Visiting Boards including from the latest, in July 2021, when it was commended for ‘its synthesis of academic rigour and practice’.

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Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
Architects Registration Board (ARB)

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22/101
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Sanan
06 Mar 25

Its really a great place to study, every thing is fine and running but one thing that a normal person cant afford it, its only for rich people, if there are scholarship available..Read more

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06 Mar 25

Great environment and study..Read more

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£6,450 per year

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Living cost -The minimum cost of living as recommended by UKVI for studying outside London is 1023 per month.

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