All Apprenticeship articles
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OpinionWe are at a turning point for heritage skills – and action is needed now
Adrian Attwood argues time is running out to save Britain’s heritage craft skills and says urgent action is needed to ensure the future of the trades that conserve our historic built environment
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FeaturesClosing the door on opportunity? The future of architect apprenticeships
As government funding for Level 7 architecture apprenticeships is withdrawn, Mary Richardson reports on what the decision means for students
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OpinionReinstating Level 7 apprenticeship funding is essential for architecture’s future
Tracy Meller argues that the government’s plan to withdraw funding for Level 7 apprenticeships will dismantle a pathway that works
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OpinionLevel 7 apprenticeships are making architecture more inclusive – why cut their funding?
As funding for over-21s on Level 7 architectural apprenticeships faces the axe, a practice director, an associate and a recent graduate explain why the route matters – and what its loss would mean for the future of the profession
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NewsOki calls for impact assessment on Level 7 apprenticeship funding cut
RIBA president urges government to reconsider exclusion of over-21s from apprenticeship funding, as new industrial strategy highlights architecture’s role in growth
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OpinionLet Level 7 apprenticeship funding die, but take Part 2 with it
Oliver Lowrie argues that the traditional Part 2 qualification fails to equip graduates with the practical skills they need, and that apprenticeship funding should focus on earlier, more inclusive entry routes into the profession
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OpinionDefunding architecture apprenticeships is a costly mistake that undermines the profession’s efforts to widen access
The Level 7 architecture apprenticeship has opened doors for many aspiring architects. Karen Mosley explains why cutting its funding sends the wrong message about access
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NewsRIBA slams cut to apprenticeship funding for over 21-year-olds
President says ‘backwards step’ will make profession less inclusive and accessible
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NewsArchitecture apprenticeships under threat as Level 7 funding withdrawn for over-21s
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NewsGovernment funding cut for Level 7 apprenticeships to exclude under-22s, report claims
Move could leave architecture apprenticeships for older students at risk, despite sector-wide warnings about skills shortages and diversity
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NewsRIBA urges exemption for Level 7 apprenticeships from funding reforms
Joint statement highlights apprenticeships’ role in addressing skills shortages and meeting government growth targets
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Review‘A fantastic, informative, and in-depth resource’: new guide helps illuminate the architecture apprenticeship pathway
Richard Jacob praises a new handbook as a key resource for apprentices and mentors in architecture
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FeaturesFrom the ground up: Ackroyd Lowrie on a mission to turn school leavers into architects with real work experience
With a focus on innovation and access, the east London studio is leading the charge in the architectural education revolution. Ben Flatman reports on how they are helping a new generation of architects to design the cities of tomorrow
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NewsFosters leads initiative to create UK’s first model maker apprenticeship
Apprentices will be exempt from tuition fees, a feature that is hoped will make the programme accessible to a broader range of candidates
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NewsCall out for London firms to provide new-look apprenticeship route
Plan BEE needs companies to provide six-week placements
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NewsPlanBEE apprenticeship expands to address construction skills gaps
Apprenticeship programme that began in the North-east is now expanding across England and into Canada
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NewsCambridge architecture apprenticeship produces first cohort of 16
The University of Cambridge is amongst the first UK universities to embrace the architecture apprenticeship
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OpinionWhy I’m pursuing an apprenticeship rather than a university degree
Many aspiring architects are drawn to the workplace, rather than a degree course. Chloe Mawette explains why she wants to pursue an apprenticeship