Accreditation of Architecture Programs |
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 – 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 2020 – to be uploaded in Jan 2020
Note that the Annual Report Template and associated guidance will be re-published in Jan 2020, 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:
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 |
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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