Eligible applicants can apply for this recognition process regardless of their registration status in Australia.

Eligibility

Australian graduates seeking to be recognised in the UK must have the following:

• An accredited Australian qualification (typically a 2-year Master of Architecture or a 5-year Bachelor of Architecture)

Application Process

1. Authentication of Australian Accredited Qualification: Applicants are required to validate their Australian accredited qualification using My eQuals platform prior to applying to AACA. Refer to the guide below for further information.

2. AACA Application: Please refer to the following key document:
   
   • Australian Qualification Recognition for UK Application Guide

Applications are generally finalised within 3 weeks. Timeframes are dependent upon the submission of all required documentation.

Outcome

With a successful outcome, applicants will receive an AACA Certificate of Eligibility and be eligible to undertake Part 3 level in the UK.

Application Fees – Australia only

Australian Qualification Recognition for UK $465

A card transaction surcharge applies to all payments (1.49% for Australian cards and 2.9% for international cards). Application fees for ARB UK are not included in the figures above.

*Please be sure to select Mutual Recognition – UK in the application portal