Despite the fact that ARB is proposing reforms to the three-part traditional qualification route, we still have three more years of prescribed qualifications under the current system until September 2027 (at the earliest). That means – unfortunately for some – students currently graduating under RIBA Part 2 recognised courses may still have to proceed to Part 3 under the current system in order to join the profession.

That being said, there is much to celebrate in these final three years that the three-part route remains, not least the quality of the high-acheiveing students that I’ve had the pleasure to teach for Part 3. Here I share some advice on how to successfully navigate what may be the final few years of the course in its current format. 

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