Access support and resources across a wide range of issues:

• unlock the latest news, stories and opinion from the wider world of architecture and the built environment, written by experts and addressing current issues 
• get discounted rates on RIBA conferences, events and exhibitions and access a range of locally delivered events and programmes
• join 1,500+ students learning from and being inspired by 570+ RIBA Chartered Members across 375+ RIBA Chartered Practices on our student mentoring programme**
• receive the monthly Future Architects newsletter highlighting local events, lectures and information to support your learning journey 
• access free content on topics such as ethics, safety, and sustainability, plus access to a range of specialist digital resources for students including podcasts, playlists and advice
• get digital and telephone access to our solution-focused Member Contact Centre and Servicing team, connecting you to guidance and resources 
• be the first to hear about our bursaries, scholarships and research funding for students of architecture, with over £200,000 allocated every year

** If you are a RIBA Student Member studying in England or Wales or have recently applied for your RIBA Student Membership then you will be eligible for this programme, if your School of Architecture and year group are taking part. 

Access in-depth and up-to-date insight and analysis on professional issues, including RIBA Academy, our online learning portal, packed with resources:

• Our online RIBA Academy portal supports your studies and helps you to impact the future of the profession and our planet, covering a wide range of topics including: health and safety, legislation, building regulations, sustainable architecture, inclusive environment, and AI in architecture
• RIBA Academy hosts hundreds of hours of free learning content, and student members receive 70% discount on pay-as-you-go expert learning, including the RIBA Core CPD programme
• Benefit from the world’s largest architectural library. Join over 6,500 visitors to the Library at 66 Portland Place and the Study Room at the V&A Museum, celebrating the past, inspiring the future and showcasing architecture’s positive impact on society

We reward talent, promote innovation and encourage excellence in architecture through opportunities including:

• contribute to RIBA published blogs and newsletters about the student experience
• find out about opportunities to showcase your skills and talent with the RIBA Student Awards and President’s Medals and a range of RIBAJ competitions including photography and writing
• support the work of the Membership Committees and Regional Council Committees

As a RIBA Student Member, you’ll add your voice to a global membership of 54,000, supporting our progressive campaigns on big issues like diversity and inclusion in architecture, and the climate emergency.

• support our work in conserving and safeguarding one of the world’s biggest architectural collections and engaging the public with compelling exhibitions all year round
• demonstrate your commitment to the highest standards in education, encouraging others to follow your journey towards a career in architecture
• stand as a candidate in RIBA National Council elections and ensure the student voice is heard

*Students on RIBA validated courses only.