How To Become An Architect In Australia (And Overseas)

[@lizatarchimash]

A NOTE FROM LIZ Hi everyone, I love the interest and comments on this post. Please note this video was intended as a guide for the process of becoming an architect. I cannot answer questions about immigration, visas, university recommendations, or your individual circumstances for career options, or application to study or become an architect in Australia. These sorts of questions are outside my knowledge or area of expertise. This channel is about tips for studying or practising in architecture. I hope this information helped give you some answers. Thanks for watching!!

[@lallide]

Hi Liz, I just graduated from year 12 and I am planning to get into Architecture through Uni SA or Adelaide Uni. I have a few questions: - What exactly is a master's degree, and what would that include in the context of architecture? - Is doing a masters required or just optional? Would I be able to get registered as an architect without a masters? - From my own research and your video, a timeline of becoming an architect is: 1. uni bachelors degree (3 years) , 2. uni masters (2 years), 3. becoming registered through the board, 4. then get a job in the field. Is that correct? - How long does the registration process take? - Is work experience/placements required, and is it separate to the timeline above (e.g., you would do a placement while you are studying for your bachelors degree. In that case, when do you usually do work experience/placements? )

[@dulguunbold2067]

Great Episode, REALLY NICE INSIGHTFUL.

[@lizatarchimash]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@aventuraendosruedas2251]

Hello, I am an architect in Ecuador, I would like to volunteer in an architecture studio in Australia, to learn about the methodology they use in the different design and construction processes. do you think it's possible?

[@alf5835]

Thank you for your video. Lots of good information.

[@lizatarchimash]

Thanks Alfredo. I'm glad it helped.

[@mohamed282011]

Hi, I need your advice, I’m architect with 17 years experience in architectural shop drawing in fit-out projects using Autocad and Revit. I don’t know what is the exact career name in Australia is it Architect technician? Is my career in demand? Do i have to get any other skills or to study anything before coming? Also is there anyway to get local experience remotely before been to Australia? And how can I become registered as an Architect before I been there? Thanks in advance.

[@djongdjong3698]

Is it have to be master of architecture? Of i could take master of architectural science or urban design? To be able to get a licensr?

[@mbancearchitecture]

I think the process is quite different here in philippines but the period of time of achieving the title is somehow the same. Here we have 5 years in college bachelor of science in arch, 2 years apprenticeship then board exam. 7 in total.

[@kiflemariamabraham5646]

Appreciate can I get visa to learn and /or work, I am Kiflemariam Abraha from Ethiopia

[@printyourlife6041]

Would getting a diploma first help with the bachelors path than going head on with it? Like would it be helpful for more hands on people and experience?

[@lizatarchimash]

Only if you need to get your grades up for entry. Architecture is a lot of study already. Personally, I would avoid adding even more!!

[@darshanmendapara5770]

hey, i have completed my b.arch from indian best recognised university with good marks and wanna get urban design from australia. can you suggest me best colleges in melberne and adalide as well

[@nityanidha3526]

Hai can I know which Master's specialisation have a better chance at Jobs

[@alitoochukwu-nf4sq]

Please i need your answer, I finished my bsc Architecture in Nigeria and I'm planning to further my masters in Australia. Please how could i work it to being a registered Architect in Austin after my masters

[@melannytjoeng382]

Hi how about Melbourne university it is good to study arch?

[@101bennyc]

This was really useful thanks for sharing. I have a 4 yr bachelors degree in industrial design with honours and 9 years designing and building architectural scale art installation design and sculpture. Im interested in pursuing architecture but I’m not sure what options I have with my previous study and work experience. What pathways are there for someone like myself? Thanks, Ben

[@101bennyc]

Oh I’m based in Victoria Australia

[@lizatarchimash]

Hi Ben, Unfortunately individual career advice is really outside my area of expertise. You are really at the start of gaining architectural experience. I would begin by gaining some experience in an architectural firm.

[@aliesumarie6910]

Please I need your help, I want to study Architecture but I don't have the opportunity to study 😢 but I don't know which kind of text book I'll start reading until I have the opportunity I want to start practicing on my own while am put hard study Please I what to know what kind of text book I'll start reading as a beginner

[@AERINAA]

Can you make a video on interior designer cources?

[@felixmuller8629]

This question is maybe a Little Bit offtopic, But maybe you can help me out. I‘m a Architecture student from Germany and i‘m studieng at a University that is uia Certified, so my Bachelor Degree is a World wide degree, im Planing a work an Travel between my Bachelor and Master in Australia, do u think it is realistic to work in the Architecture Industrie while i‘m in Australia ?

[@lizatarchimash]

I'm not familiar with UIA Certified. You would have to research Visa's to see if you can get a work Visa and what that allows. I am not sure what the availability of work is for students - I would reach out to architecture firms directly.

[@ankitkhorwal4297]

Hello,I am from India I want to come Australia to complete my architectures studies so please can you guid me what is the process

[@lizatarchimash]

Hi Ankit. This video explains the overall process. you would have to contact individual universities for their application processes.

[@vinodvishwakarma5077]

i am indian architect in current age i want to know that i read in some book that architect has no role in the economic development of the society i have the magazine but to show you that is my problem in a process i learnt that builder is every thing as we have to purchase house from the builder how can we come in major role

[@rohanpote5027]

Hey, great information. Can you explain more about whole examination process by AACA and the level of difficulty. I am from India and about to complete my Master's from Griffith University. What should be my next step to get registered?

[@juliabad]

Hi! Thank you for the useful information! I have a question, maybe you'll be able to help me...I'm an architect from Russia, I have bachelor and masters degree in architecture given by Russian architectural institute. Can I work in Australia as an architect assistant or technician/or etc. (without license) to get local experience in order to get license afterwards? Is it possible to get that kind of job from outside of Australia by sending my portfolio? Thank you!

[@lizatarchimash]

Hi. This is beyond my area of expertise and the scope of this channel. You would have to research government departments/ visas and architectural boards in Australia.

[@skulls6683]

hi, im in my first year of a bachelor of design majoring in architecture. is it realistic to complete the 3 years in a bachelors, then complete the 2 years in a masters, an then find a job after that? thanks

[@lizatarchimash]

That would be a normal process. You might start networking and trying to make connections on the industry for work.

[@Univaron]

What universities do you recommend for bothe Australia and New Zealand to study architecture at?

[@lizatarchimash]

Hi Lenny, I am not familiar with all universities. Unfortunately, this is outside my area of expertise so you are going to have to do some research on this. Good luck!

[@nethmisenevirathne6120]

Could someone please let me know the best universities in Australia for a degree in architecture

[@hilalahammedansari.n.v1538]

could you please explain the steps for an immigrant to become an architect in Australia?

[@lizatarchimash]

Hi. Great question. I believe you would have to determine how much of your degree is recognised in Australia - probably through the Australian Institute of Architects (AIA). Then you would probably need to complete any extra study required equivalent to Australian requirements. I hope this helps.

[@hilalahammedansari.n.v1538]

@@lizatarchimash thank you so much

[@sm_494]

Hi I applied for bachelor of architectural design in Australian university.....considering it's called architectural design and not just architecture...will I be able to get lisence and practice architecture after the completion of my bachelors in architectural design? Please reply. Thanks.

[@manggehryinsg2429]

Hi I’m an Architect in the Philippines and currently working here in Singapore , if it take Masters in Architecture in Australia , do I have the chance to get a PR?

[@lizatarchimash]

Hi Mang, I'm not sure what you mean by PR.

[@mengpooeng5357]

@@lizatarchimash He mean is permanent residency. I really want to know too

[@mylesrid]

Is it possible to work as a building designer for a number of years until you can take the exam to become an architect?

[@inorganicompound6976]

Hi, I’m wondering if I only have a 3 year master degree on architecture, and my bachelor degree’s on a different field, would I still be able to register as an architect? I’m going into university next year and I’m considering to study property for my undergrad, and architecture for master. Thank you so much for those useful info!

[@PhuongNguyen-cb7hg]

Most importantly, you must know how to draw a kangaroo

[@lizatarchimash]

Hi Lily, I think once you complete a Masters in Architecture in Australia this is sufficient study. You will still need experience, log books etc. for the registration process. Check with the Architects Registration Board in your state/ city.

[@siyidcaicedorios8828]

Hello, i an taking the fast track to registration, I will have the interview but i don't know what I should I study for the interview. Any advice? Thanks

[@lizatarchimash]

Hi Siyid. If you contact the Royal Australian Institute of Architects (RAIA), they used to have a course to help you study.

[@FrantMaryana]

Hi! Is it needed to register as an architect to work in this field. Is it possible to find a job in architecture without registration? Will it be enough to just pass the Overseas Qualifications Assessment? I only have Overseas Qualifications Assessment Stage 1 now. I am planing to move to Australia, but i don't know if I can find some work before i do all steps to register.

[@Viewmp]

Hi Frant, did you manage to know the answer for your question ? I am in the same boat.

[@waleed-a7707]

How can I become an architect in Australia from India? I have completed my B.Arch degree and i have 2 years of experience can you please kindly show me a wayy! Please

[@lizatarchimash]

Hi Waleed, You would need to determine what credit you can get for your current study toward an architecture degree in Australia. You would need to contact individual universities.

[@sarameneses769]

Hello :) I am now in my master's degree in urbanism and already graduated in architecture. I am planning to move to Sydney to practice my course and gain some expereince ! Is that possible ? To be working in an firm for example, without being register at any registrations boards ? Thank you so much :) Hugs from europe !

[@lizatarchimash]

Hi Sara. I think you can work in Australia without being registered. If you have post-graduate experience this will definitely help. You would need to look int working visa conditions.

[@sarameneses769]

@@lizatarchimash thank you so much 😊

[@jesminakter7795]

Hi, I'm an architect. I already graduated in architect from Bangladesh. I'm Planning move to Sydney to practice in architecture. To be working in any architecture firm. I have thirteen years experience. Is that possible ?

[@anthonybutto1925]

I don't wanna actually become a registered architect. However it was a lifetime since I grew up in the building industry. I wanna train to be a structural engineer- Would you first train to be a building designer for entry requirements in structural engineering; for this is now what I'm aiming for to aim to train to be a building designer so later down the track to have a career in structural engineering; for obviously you need to have previous experience on a software in today's world.

[@anthonybutto1925]

I have spoken with many career advisors but none of them could point me in the right direction ever since 2017.

[@lizatarchimash]

Hi Anthony. Building design, architecture and structural engineering are three very different careers and knowledge bases. You would only work or practice in one discipline - or study and swap to another. You can study building design and then transfer into architecture (I'm not sure if you get any credit, you would have to check with the university). If you want to become a structural engineer then I would go straight into engineering - you are unlikely to get any credit or relevant knowledge from studying architecture first. In my opinion, dual architecture/ engineering degrees do not provide you with an advantage -you will eventually become an architect or an engineer. Not both. I hope this helps.

[@anthonybutto1925]

@@lizatarchimash Thank you for your feedback- I enjoyed it if this is true and it will save me tons of time, I will look into it. I will be looking forward to discussing it with you further if need be, learn something new every day.

[@anthonybutto1925]

@@lizatarchimash Also, while I was at it I just remembered that I was told by a teacher structural engineer that some students take around six years to get it right before graduation and only few get it right the first time, it can be tricky if people don't know from a to be. I think that a bit of study and research and maybe if bumping into someone who is maybe better still a teacher in this profession may be an advantage also, it's probably like with everything else.

[@anthonybutto1925]

As in to say that it's an advantage to do some study and research before getting into it may help.

[@desiner4400]

I want to join diploma in architecture . Im planning for further study in Australia 🇦🇺 how much time i should manage for the study ? Per day ?

[@MitchellBPYao]

It's 3 days on campus but now it's online

[@lizatarchimash]

Normally each subject has an indicative amount of hours per week - a typical subject could be 10-12 hours, and a full-time load would be 4 subjects (40-48 hours per week). However, this is the time required to complete the work well and pass. If you are aiming for top marks you would need to do more than this.

[@lonesurvivor2124]

Hello, I need native australian person to ask him/her some questions ...

[@lizatarchimash]

Do you have a specific question?

[@vinodvishwakarma5077]

Hi

[@lizatarchimash]

Hello! Thanks for watch mingy video.

[@rohitarora3495]

I’m doing post grad from Australia as of now & been thinking that studies both in India & Australia are outdated as of what market demands now. What do you think??

[@lizatarchimash]

Hi Rohit, this is really beyond my knowledge. I'm not sure what market demands you are referring to - for study or for architects?

[@rahulchaskar4851]

How indian architect can immigrate to australia

[@lizatarchimash]

Hi Rahul. This is out of my area of expertise. You would have to research the immigration department.

[@ishitaagrawal8945]

I have completed my diploma in architecture from India's best university ... Now i want to pursue my B.Arch in Australia... So am i eligible for a bachelor or i have to first do a diploma again in Australia?

[@itslizwatt]

It depends on whether your qualification and results are recognised. I would start by contacting individual universiities.

[@umerfarook2355]

Hii !! I am a high school passed out student and looking forward to pursue architecture in Australia ! I am confused between the course B.arch 5 years and B.des 3 years ! I want to pursue in construction architecture! Please help me

[@lizatarchimash]

Hi Umer. The 3 year course is the first 3 years of the 5 year course. If you want to practice and/ or become a registered architect in Australia, you will need to complete all 5 years. Some students do the first 3 years and decide architecture is not for them.This allows them to move on to other things with a basic design degree.

[@vinodvishwakarma5077]

I am Indian architect how can immigrate to USA

[@lizatarchimash]

Hi. Thanks for your question. Unfortunately I have no knowledge of immigration between India and USA.

[@dikshyashrestha699]

How to become architecture lecturer

[@lizatarchimash]

Hi Dikshya, Is this a topic you are interested in?

[@dikshyashrestha699]

@@lizatarchimash yes mam

[@lizatarchimash]

​@@dikshyashrestha699 You generally need a PhD to lecture, but you can gain equivalent experience in the workplace, tutor, and then work your way up to lecture.

[@livgardner11]

I'm 32 years old do you think it is too late to start studying Architecture to be fully registered by 40?

[@lizatarchimash]

It's never too late to change careers. But you definitely need to weigh up the pros and cons of time and money required for study.