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Accredited Architecture Qualifications
List of Accredited Architecture Qualifications for the purpose of registration as an architect.
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Architecture Program Accreditation Procedure in Australia and New Zealand – Full document set
This download contains the main procedural document and all supporting guidance documents in a single PDF.
Alternatively, individual procedural documents are available below
Architecture Program Accreditation Procedure
Accreditation Management Committee Terms of Reference
Code of Conduct
Guidance – Operation of the Accreditation Standing Panel
Guidance – Administrative support required of the Program Provider during an Accreditation Site Visit
Guidance – New Programs
Guidance – Planning Timeframes for Accreditation Review Panels
Guidance – Provider Annual Reporting
Guidance – Standard Agenda for the Accreditation Site Visit
Guidance – Provider Accreditation Submission
Guidance – Operation of the Accreditation Review Panel
Guidance – Exhibition of Student Work
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Summary of procedural changes and clarifications since commencement January 2018
Accreditation Procedure Clarifications, Sep 2018
Summary of Amendments, May 2018
Transition Guidance for the Architecture Program Accreditation Procedure 2018
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The Accreditation Standing Panel
Accreditation Standing Panel Updated as at July 2019
Nomination Form for the Accreditation Standing Panel
See also the Guidance – Operation of the Accreditation Standing Panel
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Accreditation Review Panel report templates
Accreditation Review Panel Report Template
Accreditation Review Panel Report Part 7 PC Not Met Template
Provider Response to the Accreditation Review Panel Report Template
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Provider Annual Report template and administrative guidance
Provider Annual Report Template 2019
Administrative Guidance for preparing Provider Annual Reports 2019
Note that the template and guidance will be updated in late 2019, to support Provider Annual Reports due for submission by 15 April 2020
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Resources for panelists and providers
Quick Reference Guide for Accreditation Procedure Documents and Resources
Resource – FAQs for the Standing Panel membership regarding Accreditation Review Panel formation and commitment
Resource – Diagram: Key Provider and Panel Activities for an Accreditation Review Panel
Resource – Diagram: Accreditation Review Panel Report and Accreditation Decision
Resource – Diagram: Provider Annual Reporting Requirements
Resource – Quick reference for NSCA Performance Criteria
Resource – How to write an action item
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Stakeholder Update Reports:
Stakeholder Update Report, June 2019
Stakeholder Update Report, December 2018
Stakeholder Update Report, June 2018
Stakeholder Update Report, March 2018
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Accreditation Fee Schedule
The Fee Schedule is reviewed annually, with an updated schedule published by the end of September each year.
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Administrative documents for panelists:
Administrative and Travel Policy for Accreditation Activities
Accreditation Activity Reimbursements Claim Form
Sample invoice for claiming payment of a Sitting Fee
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Information for students
This document provides general information and FAQs for students wanting to study architecture and become an architect in Australia.
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Arrangements with Stakeholder organisations
TEQSA and AACA MoU signed 22 August 2019
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Further reference documents and links:
Benchmarking Australia with other registration systems (June 2017) Comparison of Australia’s regulatory framework of registration of architects with New Zealand, the UK, the USA
Australian Architectural Education and Competency Framework Final Report (March 2016)
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| Architectural Practice Exam |
Logbook of Experience in Architectural Practice
The objective of Part 1 – Logbook and Statement of Practical Experience is to determine eligibility for entry to the Architectural Practice Examination.
Candidates review the Procedure for Candidates Booklet before starting the Logbook.
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Revised NEP – Important Information for Candidates
The AACA has a policy of continuous improvement to all assessment programs. This information outlines the main changes to the National Examination Paper which will be implemented in April 2018.
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| April 2019 National Examination Paper Report |
| Report on the APE National Examination Paper June 2019 |
| AACA Documents |
| AACA Current Constitution |
| AACA Fee Schedule |
| AACA Research Strategy – Collect Connect Inform |
| AACA Strategic Plan 2017-2019 |
| AACA Annual Reports |
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AACA Annual Report 2017-18
AACA Annual Report 2016-17
AACA Annual Report 2015-16
AACA Annual Report 2014-15
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| AACA Research: Architectural Education and the Profession in Australia and New Zealand |
| Architectural Education and the Profession Study Research Plan |
| Online Academic Survey Information Sheet |
| Research Study Summary |
| Practitioner Survey Plain Language Statement |
| Architectural Education Study Call for Expressions of Interest |
| Research and Publications |
| Online Architecture Education Paper, August 2019 |
| AACA Response to the BMF’s Building Confidence Report Implementation Plan, March 2019 |
| Regulation of the Architect Profession within Australia – A Summary of Australian State and Territory Registration |
| Industry Profile: The Profession of Architecture in Australia |
| Galaxy Poll: The Benefit of Design |
| A History of the Incorporation of the AACA and the National Competency Standards in Architecture. Kirsten Orr, 2015. |
| International Arrangements |
| Mutual Recognition Arrangement between the US. Australia and New Zealand |
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