HOW TO: Become an architect in UK

[@channelan242]

Is getting a part-time job (Saturday or Sunday) a good idea when doing undergrad BArch? I've already heard studying architecture comes with a lot of workload, but will there be time to still fit in a social life & school with a part-time job?

[@nazikhariri2931]

Thanks Iulia for the the video. My question is that I have studied architecture 5 years outside the UK, but my degree was accredited by RIBA part 1. Now, if I need to work in an architectural firm shall I be needing RIBA 2 and 3? I am sure I’ll increase my chances. What if I have made my Masters degree in Project management or Interior Design can I still find work possibilities in both architecture and interior or my options will be limited to what my Masters degree is? I am asking because universities offer an exemption from RIBA 2 exam if you undertake an MArch course. So, can we work in the firm if we only have RIBA 1? And what will we benefit if we became a member of RIBA? Is it more for people who wish to work as freelancers and own an architectural office?

[@IuliaLup]

Basically you can work in an architectural practice if you have only RIBA 1 as an architectural assistant and you’ll always have this option even if you decide to do a master in interior design. However, if you want to become an architect and not only an assistant you have to go through all stages RIBA Part 1,2 and 3. Hope this helps and makes sense:)

[@Rafmee]

Hi, to be an architect, which subjecs in collage are best for architecture?

[@IuliaLup]

Hi! Well, to be honest you can study anything...but probably drawing and math should be a must.:D

[@user-uq1fq6gs3i]

Iulia Lup / I cannot draw but I can design. Should drawing be a must? Lots of architecture nowadays is predominantly computer aided design based which I am very good at. So if I am doing physics and maths in college then is drawing really a must? After all it is something that can be learned in short courses instead of needing an entire college course on it?

[@IuliaLup]

James Holloway yes, you are totally right. You don’t really need to know how to draw artistic stuff as long as you are able to sketch/ diagram your ideas.. you don’t need more than that and definitely you don’t need to go to an art college for this. For example, I did math and physics in high school and I took a drawing class in my last year because I wanted to learn a bit how to sketch but it wasn’t mandatory, I did it because I was interested in drawing anyway😁🤗 so yeah, to answer your question, drawing is not a must as everything is computer based now. Being a good designer is way more important 🤗

[@user-uq1fq6gs3i]

Iulia Lup / Thank-you for taking the time to answer my question 😊

[@ellke08]

@@user-uq1fq6gs3i it's important to remember that architecture is a design degree. Therefore, as a prospective undergrad universities will be looking for design based subjects like art, D&T, photography etc. Having maths and physics is a bonus but is not as much as a requirement than having some sort of design based education.

[@ihsanahmad905]

Can you do masters in the same university that you attend to ,and what is the difference between Ma and March , and do they both count to becoming an architect???

[@Nasirrvlogs]

Im currently in y11 and im looking to be an artitect and i woulf like to know more through your experience is there anyway i can ask you questions through instagram or any other form of social media?

[@Ilijah_Senteno]

Hi I’m from America and we don’t use metric system I wanted to know if I had to learn the metric system first before I can go to college .

[@IuliaLup]

Hi! If you decide to go to college in Europe then you definitely need to know the metric system:)

[@alantraore5154]

Hello, I’m currently studying art, games, animation and design so for I’m designing buildings can I use this to study architecture?

[@adisbabydoll]

Yes

[@zinebke6692]

Thanks a lot Lulia for theses informations, i really wantetd to know if it's possible to become an architect in uk without studiying there >> means that i had my undergraduate studies in an other country and i'm wondring what to do if i can't study in uk ?

[@IuliaLup]

Hi Zineb Ke! Thanks for your comment ❤️ if you cannot study in UK then I think you can equate your studies, especially if the university where you’re studying is RIBA accredited. ☺️

[@zinebke6692]

@@IuliaLup thanks Llulia

[@yuniki5237]

Hi lulia. I am in same stage as you. Finished part 1 and had onoffical work experience abroad. My question is why do all the students and lectures even non related people keep saying 5 years even tho it's actually 10 years 3BA+1intern+2MA+2intern+2PHD, which I only found out about on last semester of 3rd year. Did they lie to recruit studnets? Otherwise everyone would turn around. Can you call your self an architect after masters? Can you register as an architect in other countries after graduating masters in UK?also my internship was 2 part time jobs internationally. 1 interior design and 1 quantity survey. How do I submit work of quantity survey? Does interior design project count?

[@dianas8696]

Hi Iulia, I hope you are well. This is a lovely informative video about the pathway to become an architect in the UK. Now I'm doing my undergraduate studies in architecture and I have a few questions. During the postgraduate studies how many days a week do you need to study? Do you get maintenance loan as support? I informed myself on the SFE website and for MArch I read that maintenance loan will in place. Thank you, Diana 😊

[@IuliaLup]

Hi Diana! Buna! 🤗 Well, postgraduate studies are quite difficult, I had to study probably every single day. I mean, you can squeeze in a part time job if needed, but you’ll need to be very well organised to finish everything in time and to keep up with the assignments. Regarding maintenance loan, I’m not sure, as I didn’t qualify for it. I applied but my application was denied so I’m not too sure. Good luck with everything! If you have any other questions you can message me here or on Instagram @iulialup 🤗

[@dianas8696]

@@IuliaLup mulțumesc 🤗

[@Jess-zl5dj]

Hi, what would you recommend for me to do when I leave school? Get an apprentice as an architect or go to a school of architecture?

[@craigsanchez5093]

Hello lulia! I'm an apprentice architect/ junior architect from Philippines i had my 1st year experience here and would want to finish my final intern year in UK. Is it possible for me to finish my apprenticeship there?

[@IuliaLup]

Hi Craig! There are many jobs/ internships available in the UK, you just have to apply to as many as possible☺️ If you need a VISA then I’d recommend you to apply to bigger practices🤗

[@craigsanchez5093]

@@IuliaLup thank you so much for responding!

[@IuliaLup]

Craig Sanchez if you have Any questions please don’t hesitate to message me😁

[@dramishayoung2814]

How about someone who has already completed architect in other country ,,, how can they work in uk

[@lucianstanciu9864]

Heii! Ma gandeam si eu sa ma inscriu la Universitate pentru arhitectura! Am vazut ca pot face cursurile part-time, dar nu stiu de master, daca il pot face part-time...! Ai idee? Ca o sa fiu blocat din punct de vedere financiar daca nu merge part-time :)) Multumesc frumos ! 🤗🤗

[@siddharthgupta6417]

Hi, im around 14 and i really want to be an architect when I grow up. Can you give me some advice about what to do at this age?

[@dianaghanem5329]

Hello, you can start practicing on 3D modeling programs such as Revit , 3D max, sketchup, rhino , Lumion... these programs are very important to create you design ideas plus you should read a lot of things related to architecture like history in architecture , architectural styles , famous architects and their architectural vision and philosophy, read about famous buildings and the concept behind their design Believe me creativity in architecture is related to your knowledge and your architectural background.

[@theno1best]

Hello lulia, please can i gain some advise. i am a 30 year young man, i have no formal qualifications and starting off with IGCSE, is it right to say that Art, mathematics, English and science IGCSE would get me accepted on to a architect degree to follow the 5 year program? many thanks.

[@alelito86]

Hi everybody! Hope someone is listening :), I´m an architect who has received my diploma of Full Architect overseas (Argentina),. In Argentina, I was a full registered architect and I have lead several protect, from the very beginning to its occupation. Anyone knows how can I work in the UK, (I really don`t need to be registered) in the architectural environment? Because ARB said that the only way is taking the part I, II and/or III on a university, and there is a possibility that the university recognizes my diploma, but if this happens, they ll do maximum to Part I, and this does not represent my 7 years of study, and my 5 years, post-graduate experience. Thanks to all for helping me out! I've just arrived in the UK.

[@hudapatel93]

Hello, I am Huda Patel, a qualified architect looking to help fellow architects preparing for the ARB PART 1 exam. Having successfully spent a year understanding the Part 1 examination process and constructing my portfolio in accordance with the 33 criteria listed by the ARB, I have passed the exam in the first attempt and satisficed 32 of the 33 criteria on the bases of my portfolio before the interview round. I have since formulated an interactive guidance program to help candidates looking to give their Part 1 exam. The programs consist of individual mentor-ship sessions, reviewing all of your material, segregating the evidence according to the criteria and identifying loop holes to develop ways to fill in the gaps in order to satisfy all the criteria listed in the comparative matrix. I would also be sharing with you my Part 1 portfolio and comparative matrix as an example for the same. Anybody interested in the program can email me at [e-mail] Looking forward to mentoring you! Happy Working :)

[@openlobby5409]

Hi, im from Philippines and me and my wife are hope to migrate there, i've finished a 5 year course here in architecture and hoping to get my license here also. My question is, Is there a site that can evaluate the subjects i've taken here with RIBA ? Thanks!

[@IuliaLup]

Arki EL Hi! Good luck with everything! I’m not too sure to be honest, maybe you should drop RIBA an email and ask them. They will be able to provide you with this information and it’s going to be 100% accurate.☺️

[@openlobby5409]

@@IuliaLup thank you for the reply and goodluck on your career!

[@giftyamritsar6736]

Is maths neccessary in this course ??

[@rumaysaizrar2703]

Hi! I need help! Does my masters need to be in Architecture! I wanted to do my masters in Interior design 🥺

[@Lujein-xp3cj]

Hi im thinking of doing maths physics and 3d design in college would this be a good choice for architecture?

[@sanjaysingla3297]

Hello Lulia , Indian M.arch +3 year exp. is equivalent to which part at RIBA part 1,2,3?

[@IuliaLup]

Hi Sanjay Singla! I can’t tell you for sure. You have to check with RIBA, to equate your studies. I am not really sure about the procedure🤔

[@mariajjve]

What A levels do you exactly need to do?

[@mohitbapdoliya346]

Hi my name is Mohit. I want to become an architect. I'm from India. I completed my diploma in architecture and I want to get higher studies in England. Please help me for finding a course. Thank you

[@IuliaLup]

There are many websites where you can find the best courses in UK, with descriptions for each of them. This way you can choose the one that is most suitable for you 🤗

[@rainukaur]

Mohit Bapdoliya Check the UCAS website, they will have on the website details of the course, links to the universities website, entry requirements and funding. Also if the course is accepting international students. Good luck :)

[@arunaswamiarunaswami1490]

Hi thanks a lot for the information....I completed my bachelors from India...will I be applicable to apply masters RIBA PART 2 architecture in UK?

[@hudapatel93]

Hello, I am Huda Patel, a qualified architect looking to help fellow architects preparing for the ARB PART 1 exam. Having successfully spent a year understanding the Part 1 examination process and constructing my portfolio in accordance with the 33 criteria listed by the ARB, I have passed the exam in the first attempt and satisficed 32 of the 33 criteria on the bases of my portfolio before the interview round. I have since formulated an interactive guidance program to help candidates looking to give their Part 1 exam. The programs consist of individual mentor-ship sessions, reviewing all of your material, segregating the evidence according to the criteria and identifying loop holes to develop ways to fill in the gaps in order to satisfy all the criteria listed in the comparative matrix. I would also be sharing with you my Part 1 portfolio and comparative matrix as an example for the same. Anybody interested in the program can email me at [e-mail] Looking forward to mentoring you! Happy Working :)

[@rumaysaizrar2703]

@@hudapatel93 Hi Huda! I have a question that I would love for you to answer! Does my Masters have to be in Architecture or can I do it in architecture and interior design, as that’s what i intended to do.

[@vagesector6161]

What gsce subjects shall I take to become a architecture

[@Iamashokneredukommu]

Hii I'm from INDIA. I am recently completing my Graduation but I want to do architecture in UNITED KINGDOM. what is the process and how I joined in the university's.

[@hudapatel93]

Hello, I am Huda Patel, a qualified architect looking to help fellow architects preparing for the ARB PART 1 exam. Having successfully spent a year understanding the Part 1 examination process and constructing my portfolio in accordance with the 33 criteria listed by the ARB, I have passed the exam in the first attempt and satisficed 32 of the 33 criteria on the bases of my portfolio before the interview round. I have since formulated an interactive guidance program to help candidates looking to give their Part 1 exam. The programs consist of individual mentor-ship sessions, reviewing all of your material, segregating the evidence according to the criteria and identifying loop holes to develop ways to fill in the gaps in order to satisfy all the criteria listed in the comparative matrix. I would also be sharing with you my Part 1 portfolio and comparative matrix as an example for the same. Anybody interested in the program can email me at [e-mail] Looking forward to mentoring you! Happy Working :)

[@vorfreude9897]

Heylo I am currently studying in 11 grade its my dream to become an architect and could you please tell me the correct procedure after 12 grade

[@sarthakgarg5701]

Hey i have my undergrad in civil engineering and want to pursue masters in architecture, are there any possible tracks in the UK?

[@rainbowunicornxoxo5961]

Is it compulsory to do my masters?

[@yu5990]

could you explain a bit about if I hold a five years architecture degree outside the EU, but I intend to register in uk in order to take part3, is there possibility with it? thank you so much!!

[@IuliaLup]

Y U I am not really sure to be honest. You can check on the RIBA website and maybe they say something about this. Sorry, I can’t help you more🤗

[@mariak.1856]

you cannot apply for part 3 till you have part 1 and part 2. For more info check out ARB's website. They have explained everything in detail. www.arb.org.uk/architect-information/applying-for-registration-for-the-first-time/i-hold-overseas-non-recognised-uk-qualifications/

[@paperman1763]

Can i work and do my masters at the same time?

[@IuliaLup]

Hi Paper Man! Of course you can if this is what you want😁 but the Master is soooo time consuming and quite challenging and it is quite hard to squeeze in a job as well.. but if you really have to or want to work then you definitely can😉

[@woofie_]

from when does an architect in uk starts getting paid in uk? just curiosity hehe XD

[@seemachamling3059]

Hey lullia, what about fees for undergraduate architecture engineering 😄how much it cost

[@kartikkashiv2275]

Hiee, can you suggest a good university for architecture in uk

[@leonsk8er111]

Link to references?

[@maddiehey8041]

How do you afford to live while doing the masters? Is there student housing or any money given by the government?

[@IuliaLup]

I'm not really sure to be honest.. Probably there is some government support if you qualify for it. If not, a part time job can really help:)

[@yuniki5237]

I believe MAarch is financed by undergraduate student loan. Both medicine and architecture are considered 5 years package so it will be an undergraduate loan. Not sure about maintenance fees. You need to meet certain categories but u should be fine.

[@rre1675]

thank you lulia

[@IuliaLup]

RRE glad is useful 👌

[@rre1675]

sure

[@London_miss234]

Very lovely.

[@IuliaLup]

Thank you!❤️

[@ziddy26a]

Tam Tam and Pam Pam.... Are these your batchmates from RIBA part 1 😂😂😂

[@aLi-jr8hx]

1:19 lolol HAHAHHAHAAH haaaaaaaaaaaaaa its toooo long and IT;s impossible :(

[@IuliaLup]

Ali.I.J Jafri it’s not impossible.. it’s possible if this is what you want😁

[@aLi-jr8hx]

@@IuliaLup I will want to serve my lord >>>> I don't care about this jobs or the money making system>It's fake Devi L EyE>>.....I only want a job till the end is near which is .............................................Research >> Imam Mahdi / Dajjal' /#''][./ .............................

[@HarisKhan-fs2le]

Get a job there as well as a foreign architect? :/

[@IuliaLup]

Haris Khan what do you mean?

[@HarisKhan-fs2le]

I meant to say. Can a foreign architect get a job in UK easily? As i am an architect and looking for future prospects :)

[@IuliaLup]

Haris Khan yes, I think you can quite easily. It depends where you are from though.. maybe you’ll need a Visa.☺️

[@marcobranco526]

Wow a smiley eastern european

[@andrreeaandreea2329]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@IuliaLup]

Francesca Rosa ❤️

[@akashtarawade9140]

Pam pam

[@IuliaLup]

Akash Tarawade When I rewatched the video I’ve realised how many times I said it😂 Pam pam😂