Publications
| National Standard of Competency for Architects |
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The 2021 National Standard of Competency for Architects (NSCA) The 2021 NSCA was released on the 1st July 2021, and is the result of the regular five-yearly review. It underpins all assessment processes including the accreditation of architecture programs leading to registration as an architect in Australia. The 2021 NSCA will be implemented progressively in three stages during 2022-2023. The 2021 NSCA Explanatory Notes This guide document offers definitions of new terms, explanations of what the criteria mean in practice, and examples of how competency might be demonstrated at different stages of an architect’s development. |
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The 2015 National Standard of Competency for Architects (NSCA) The National Standard of Competency for Architects establishes the Standard for architectural education and assessment of professional competency prior to registration as an Architect in Australia. The Standard identifies the primary activities that are fundamental to the practice of architecture and in relation to which an architect is expected to demonstrate competence in the delivery of professional services. Mapping of Assessment Programs |
| 2020 Review of the National Standard of Competency for Architects |
| Accreditation of Architecture Programs |
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Accredited architecture qualifications List of Accredited Architecture Qualifications for the purpose of registration as an architect. |
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Annual Reports on accredited architecture programs in Australia Annual Report on 2020 Accredited Architecture Programs Annual Report on 2019 Accredited Architecture Programs Annual Report on 2018 Accredited Architecture Programs (inaugural report) |
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The Architecture Program Accreditation Procedure in Australia and New Zealand The Architecture Program Accreditation Procedure in Australia and New Zealand comprises an overarching Procedural document, Terms of Reference for the Accreditation Management Committee, Code of Conduct and nine supporting Guidance documents. The Procedure was last updated in December 2020. The Procedure can be download as a complete 58 page document set, or documents can be accessed individually.
Architecture Program Accreditation Procedure in Australia and New Zealand – Full document set
Individual procedural documents are available below: Architecture Program Accreditation Procedure Accreditation Management Committee Terms of Reference Guidance – Operation of the Accreditation Standing Panel 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 |
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Summary of procedural amendments since January 2018 New! Summary of Procedural Amendments, December 2020 |
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The Accreditation Standing Panel Accreditation Standing Panel Membership Listing Updated as at July 2021 Nomination Form for the Accreditation Standing Panel See also 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 2022 Provider Annual Reports are due for submission by 15th April 2022 The 2022 Provider Annual Report template will be published here and distributed to Providers by end of January 2022. See also Guidance – Provider Annual Reporting |
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Resources for panelists and providers Quick Reference Guide for Accreditation Procedure Documents and Resources Resource – Provider Q&A and Accreditation references Resource – FAQs for the Standing panel re conflict of interest declarations 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 – NSCA Performance Criteria matrix – Accreditation requirements Resource – NSCA Performance Criteria matrix – Accreditation and APE requirements (Note the six Performance Criteria that are not tested again in the APE) |
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Stakeholder Update Reports Stakeholder Update Report, July 2021 Stakeholder Update Report, January 2021 Stakeholder Update Report, June 2020 Stakeholder Update Report, January 2020 Stakeholder Update Report, June 2019 Stakeholder Update Report, December 2018 |
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Accreditation fee schedule Current fee schedule: Accreditation Fee Schedule for FY2021-22 Earlier Fee Schedules: Accreditation Fee Schedule FY2020-21 |
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Administrative documents for panelists Administrative and Travel Policy for Accreditation Activities Accreditation Activity Reimbursements Claim Form (will download as a Word document) Sample invoice for claiming payment of a Sitting Fee (will download as a Word document) |
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Information for students This document Information for students 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 Transition Guidance for the Architecture Program Accreditation Procedure 2018 Australian Architectural Education and Competency Framework Final Report (March 2016) |
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Withdrawn documents Accreditation Procedure Clarifications, September 2018 and April 2019 (withdrawn December 2019) Guidance: New Programs (withdrawn December 2019) |
| 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. |
| AACA Documents |
| AACA Current Constitution |
| AACA Fee Schedule |
| AACA Research Strategy – Collect Connect Inform |
| AACA Strategic Plan 2020-2025 |
| AACA Annual Reports |
| AACA Research: Architectural Education and the Profession in Australia and New Zealand |
| Architectural Education and the Profession |
| 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 |
| National CPD Framework for Architects |
