The NPrA provides an alternative entry to the Architectural Practice Examination for experienced design practitioners who have not completed an architectural qualification. The AACA’s National Program of Assessment is recognised by all Australian Architect Registration Boards as an alternate entry to the Architectural Practice Examination, successful completion of which is required prior to applying for registration […]
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The National Program of Assessment provides access to the Architectural Practice Examination for practitioners who have not completed an accredited architectural qualification. The National Program of Assessment is recognised by all Australian registration authorities as an alternate entry to the Architectural Practice Examination, successful completion of which is required prior to applying to a State or […]
The most common pathway to registration is completion of an accredited Australian architecture qualification followed by the Architectural Practice Examination. In consultation with the State and Territory Architect Registration Boards AACA has developed a number of alternative pathways. Local and overseas experienced practitioners may be eligible to complete the fast-track assessment before applying to the […]
Recently reported technical issues with the AACA Logbook have now been resolved. Please read the Logbook Guidance document on the AACA website for assistance when downloading your Logbook. Candidates are reminded to read the Procedures for Candidates and the APE Frequently Asked Questions for information and guidance.
The National Program of Assessment is a competency based assessment allowing entry to the Architectural Practice Examination for practitioners with have substantial skills and experience in the architectural profession, but do not have a recognised architectural qualification. Taking the form of a complex architectural project, successful completion of the National Program of Assessment is recognised […]
The dates for the APE Part 2 – National Examination Paper (NEP) 2016:
Session 1 – Tuesday, 5 April 2016
Session 2 – Tuesday, 23 August 2016
The Architecture Practice Exam (APE) is a 3 part process. Prior to sitting the exam you need to submit your Logbook with the architects registration Board in your State or Territory. Check the Part 1- Logbook Submission Timetable for your State or Territory architect registration boards’ submission deadline, as this varies in each jurisdiction. Further details on the APE are here.
Logbook Information for APE 2016 Candidates
The National Competency Standard for Architects has been revised. In the transition to implementation of the Standard across all AACA assessment processes candidates for the APE in 2016 may submit the logbook downloaded before 31 October 2015 or the current logbook on our website. More information.
Christmas Closedown
AACA office closed for the Christmas holidays from 23 December 2015 – until 4 January 2016. Seasons Greetings.
For those with overseas qualifications to complete the first session of the Architectural Practice Examination (APE) in 2016 you must finalise your Stage 2 Overseas Qualifications Assessment by Friday 30th October 2015.
Assessment for New Applicants The AACA Overseas Qualifications Assessment (OQA) program determines whether an individual overseas academic qualification is comparable to a current Australian accredited qualification in Architecture. OQA was previously conducted in two (2) stages, but from March 2022 it has now become a one-step comprehensive assessment of tertiary qualifications and competency. Applicants who […]
The Architectural Practice Exam is held twice a year by the State and Territory Architect Registration Boards. The next session of the National Examination Paper (NEP) will be held on Tuesday, 25 August 2015. Please refer to your State or Territory Architects Board Website for further information regarding to APE Applications and Logbook lodgement dates.
As from 1 January 2015 candidates for the APE must log a minimum of 3,300 in their logbook which is assessed in Stage 1 of the APE. See here for information about the AACA log book. The log book may be downloaded from here. If you completed your log book prior to 20 November 2014 […]
Part 3: Examination by Interview Candidates who successfully complete the National Examination Paper are invited by the relevant architect registration board to submit for an interview conducted by two experienced practising architects (known as Architectural Practice Examination Assessors). The objective of the Interview is to enable the Assessors to confirm that the candidate has demonstrated adequate […]
