MArch / PGDip Level 7 Architect Degree Apprenticeship
Nottingham Trent University
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Introduction:This programme is the next step for professionals who are aiming to achieve postgraduate qualifications equivalent to the Architects Registration Board (ARB) / Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Parts 2 and 3, whilst continuing to gain relevant experience in practice.Who is this route suitable for?• RIBA Part 1 qualified architectural assistants looking to obtain their RIBA Parts 2 and 3 qualifications.• Those whose employers have undertaken to support them as apprentices ...Read more

Introduction:

This programme is the next step for professionals who are aiming to achieve postgraduate qualifications equivalent to the Architects Registration Board (ARB) / Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Parts 2 and 3, whilst continuing to gain relevant experience in practice.

Who is this route suitable for?

RIBA Part 1 qualified architectural assistants looking to obtain their RIBA Parts 2 and 3 qualifications.

Those whose employers have undertaken to support them as apprentices over the four years required to complete the Degree Apprenticeship course.

Why choose a Degree Apprenticeship at NTU?

Through new government funding, your employer will be responsible for apprenticeship course fees, meaning that you will not pay University tuition fees.

As well as gaining a degree, you'll also benefit from on-the-job training, provided by your employer, opening up early opportunities for career development and progression.

You'll have the added advantage of years of relevant work experience, while making industry connections along the way. This could enhance your future employability and boost your career progression.

The course has been prescribed by the ARB. Following completion of the programme, which will be subject to periodic review by the ARB, apprentices will be eligible to apply to join the ARB Register and then may be permitted to designate themselves as ‘architects’ – a legally protected title available only to those named on that register.

Careers and employability

Careers and employability

NTU is ranked Top 5 in the UK for the number of Architecture graduates in graduate-level jobs, further HE or professional study within 15 months of graduating (Guardian University Guide, 2023).

Our Architecture courses are designed to maximise your employability prospects following graduation, equipping you with professional skills as well as enhancing and developing your design skills, technical knowledge and ability to communicate your ideas.

Graduates have gone on to hold various architectural roles in some of the most well-known practices in the world, including David Chipperfield, Richard Rogers and Glenn Howells, whilst working towards higher qualifications.

Our Employability Team

Our expert Employability team will work closely with you at every stage of your career planning, providing personal support and advice. You can benefit from this service at any time during your studies, and for up to three years after completing your course.

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16/101
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21st
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45th
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Madeline
28 Jan 25

NTU has a beautiful campus! The tutors are incredible for a lot of courses as they rlly listen and help. I’m on the course rep team and the union actively listens to the students..Read more

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Yash
02 Dec 24

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Entry requirements

For entry onto this course you need to have achieved a good qualification equivalent to a RIBA Part 1 accredited course (for example, a BArch award with minimum 2.2. Honours). You'll need to be in current employment and have secured your employer's agreement to support you through the degree apprenticeship course and have been allocated an architecturally qualified Employment Mentor from your place of work. You'll also need to have at least one year experience working in practice, evidenced by at least four properly completed and endorsed Professional Development and Experience Record (PEDR) sheets or an equivalent certificate of work-based experience. We specify these minimum entry requirements, but we will assess you individually on your ability to benefit from the course. We sometimes offer places on the basis of non-standard entry qualifications, and industrial or professional experience.

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To undertake an apprenticeship you must be employed - as such, your employer will pay your tuition fees.

£24,000 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

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Unfortunately English apprenticeships are not available for EU or international students.

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28 Jan 25
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NTU has a beautiful campus! The tutors are incredible for a lot of courses as they rlly listen and help. I’m on the course rep team and the union actively listens to the students...
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