Architect Degree Apprenticeship University of Portsmouth

Overview

On the  Architect Degree Apprenticeship course at University of Portsmouth you'll gain valuable on-the-job experience during this four-year degree apprenticeship, which will help you develop the professional and creative skills needed to succeed in architecture. You’ll cover topics such as urbanism, landscape, sustainability and culture in a studio environment. 

During term time, you'll spend one day a week on day release at the University and the other four days applying your skills and getting practical experience in your workplace. The government or your employer pay your tuition fees – so your architecture degree apprenticeship doesn’t cost you anything.

Career development

This architecture degree apprenticeship prepares you to become an ARB-registered architect. This will expand your professional knowledge, skills, and reputation at work.

Besides being able to legally call yourself an architect, having an ARB registration ensures you:

• Are a qualified, fully trained professional, which highlights your integrity amongst clients and members of public

• Maintain your professional obligations by following the 'Architects Code: Standards of Conduct and Practice'

• Can work in virtually any practice or organisation, as some contracts or employers require you to be registered before you work with them

• Continuously update your professional skills, knowledge and abilities through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

• Can work internationally, subject to individual country requirements