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Architectural Practice Postgraduate Diploma (Part 3)

Architectural Practice Postgraduate Diploma (Part 3)

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Study mode

Part time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-24

Key information
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Qualification type

Postgraduate Diploma

Subject areas

Architecture (General)

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

The Postgraduate Diploma in Architectural Practice (PG Dip) is a qualification leading to exemption from the ARB/RIBA Part III examination, while developing the professional and business-focused skills for a successful career in architecture. The Postgraduate Diploma in Architectural Practice at the Leicester School of Architecture – one of the oldest schools of architecture in the UK – prepares you for registration and chartership. You will reflect on the evolution of the professional architect, relevant legislation and alternative approaches to practice and management. The course will develop your professional acumen in business organisation, management and commerce, advocacy, ethics and marketing, contracts and interpersonal skills. The course offers a flexible learning programme comprising three study units, each lasting three days, typically running from October to October. Study units cover the following topics. Marketing, Management and Practice, covering the skills and knowledge needed to understand the set-up, professional and economic management, and marketing of a professional architectural practice in various forms. Building Contracts, covering the range of common building contracts, their application and the contractual relationships between contracted parties. Architect and the Law, covering legislation affecting contract law, planning and development, and the wider regulations related to architecture and the building industry.

Modules

This module covers some of the key aspects of the role of the architect such as setting up, marketing and managing a practice, as well as Building Contract and the Architect and the Law. There are three assignments, each in the form of a long evaluative report on specific aspects of practice, management and law.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£2,450

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

This course is not suitable for international students.

Entry requirements

You must have ARB/RIBA Part 1 and 2 exemption. You must also be in full-time work in a practice with an ARB registered architect. You will automatically be enrolled on the PEDR course. You are required to have at least eight PEDR sheets completed by the time you take the professional interview in November, four of which must be post-part 2. The qualification leads to access in the UK register with title and access to market. Please note that the qualification may have no bearing on registration in a legal jurisdiction other than the UK.

University information

De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) is a university with a rich heritage, providing students with high-class further education options for over 150 years. DMU offers the perfect combination of modern facilities, a supportive academic community and high-quality teaching, with continual input from leading employers and professional bodies underpinning its academic expertise. DMU is rated a 5-star ‘excellent’ institution by QS, a world...more

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