Whether you are looking to continue your studies; for a new career or a more flexible route into the architecture profession, RIBA Studio offers a Foundation course; and also the option for you to work full time in practice, retain your salary, and gain your RIBA Part 1 or RIBA Part 2 qualifications.
In 2021, we introduced our new and exciting RIBA Foundation programme, aimed at those with an interest in architecture wanting to develop a portfolio, and gain experience before joining a Part 1 course. The foundation forms part of our wider range of ongoing initiatives to create a more inclusive profession.
RIBA Studio is delivered under a unique partnership with the School of Architecture at Oxford Brookes on behalf of the Royal Institute of British Architects.
RIBA Studio offers the Certificate in Architecture (Part 1) and the Diploma in Architecture (Part 2) and covers four key subject areas, merging practice-based learning with academic learning, into a self taught programme. You can choose your own personal tutors to focus and direct your studies. If you achieve RIBA Part 2 through RIBA Studio, you'll be well equipped to head straight into a Part 3 course, and ultimately to register as an architect.
You will have access to benefits including:
RIBA Studio Part 1 and Part 2 qualifications are prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and validated by the RIBA.
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The annual course fee for the 2023-24 academic year is £3,125.
You will need to appoint and pay an hourly tuition rate to a personal tutor, and there may also be additional material costs.
Applications for March 2023 entry are now open and eligibility forms must be completed and returned by 31 July 2022.
Your must work at least 24 hours per week under the supervision of a registered architect in the UK, EU, EEA, Channel Islands or Isle of Man.
For information on eligibility, requirements, key dates, assessment criteria and more, visit the Oxford Brookes University website.
Our tutor symposium series aims to share pedagogic design experiences for students on RIBA Studio however we welcome anyone interested in tutoring techniques, including architecture students, academics and those in practice. There is no need to register and the event is free, please join via Teams at the link provided. If you have any questions, please contact us at: education@riba.org.
Friday 29 July 1-2pm GMT
From the ground up – Unlocking on Year one
This session will be presented by Khisha Clarke, architect and Co-Subject Lead for Technology on RIBA Studio, and Ralph Saull, architect and Senior Lecturer at Oxford Brookes University. Join the Teams live event here
More dates to be added.
To register as an architect in the UK, you will typically need to hold all of the following:
To register in EU member states, please note that requirements for registration varies. We recommend making sure your proposed combination of qualifications will entitle you to seek registration, or establishment as an architect, in the member state(s) where you want to practice. Please directly contact your related competent authority to check.
Read our graduate profiles:
Our talented students have achieved commendations in the RIBA President’s Medals, worked on RIBA Stirling Prize winning projects, and have featured on the television show Grand Designs.
The latest student graduates have presented works in the Oxford School of Architecture digital exhibition.
The programme is managed by the RIBA Studio team at the School of Architecture, Oxford Brookes University
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Banner image at top of the page from Function Follows Form by Tristan Kelly (2020).
