Architects Registration Board

ARB has confirmed that Heriot-Watt University and Southampton Solent University are now providers of ARB accredited master’s-level qualifications under ARB’s new education framework.

This marks a significant milestone in the transition to the revised framework, with these becoming the first qualifications from newly participating providers to achieve ARB accreditation under the new accreditation framework.

Read more:
https://arb.org.uk/arb-accredits-brand-new-qualifications-from-two-universities

Today, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has published a call for evidence to inform the development of a new strategy for the built environment professions.

We welcome this further step in the Government’s work to consider how standards, competence and accountability can be strengthened across the built environment.

The call for evidence is open until 12 August 2026.

Read our full statement here:
https://arb.org.uk/arb-welcomes-government-call-for-evidence/

Our consultation on draft guidance for the Architects Code of Conduct closes today 14 May.

The new draft guidance aims to support architects in meeting the Standards set out in the Architects Code of Conduct, providing guidance on the following topics:

➖ Building Safety
➖ Environmental Sustainability
➖ Leadership
➖ Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
➖ Mentoring

The consultation closes at midnight, share your views:
https://arb.citizenspace.com/policy-and-communications/consultation-on-draft-guidance-for-the-architects/

⏳ The consultation closes on Thursday 14 May - don’t miss the opportunity to have your say.

ARB is consulting on new draft guidance to support architects in meeting the Standards set out in the Architects Code of Conduct.

We are currently seeking views on draft guidance for:
➖ Building Safety
➖ Environmental Sustainability
➖ Leadership
➖ Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
➖ Mentoring

Share your views ➡️ https://arb.citizenspace.com/policy-and-communications/consultation-on-draft-guidance-for-the-architects/

ARB is introducing a new, streamlined approach to routes to registration, designed to be clearer, fairer and more accessible, while continuing to protect the public.

Planned for implementation by spring 2027, the changes include:

• A new Registration Assurance Process (RAP)
• New routes to registration
• A new approach to the Prescribed Examination
• A new Readiness for Practice UK (RfPUK) module for international applicants

As part of these reforms, individuals with ARB-accredited Part 2 and Part 3 qualifications (or Part 2 via Prescribed Exam) will no longer require Part 1 to apply for registration, and the Part 1 Prescribed Examination will be discontinued following final sittings in 2026.

Learn more ➡️ https://arb.org.uk/architect-information/applying-for-registration-for-the-first-time/i-hold-overseas-non-recognised-uk-qualifications/changes-to-routes-to-registration

ARB is consulting on new draft guidance to support architects in meeting the Standards set out in the Architects Code of Conduct.

We are currently seeking views on draft guidance for the following topics:

➖ Building Safety
➖ Environmental Sustainability
➖ Leadership
➖ Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
➖ Mentoring

The consultation closes on Thursday 14 May.

Share your views ➡ https://arb.citizenspace.com/policy-and-communications/consultation-on-draft-guidance-for-the-architects/

The April edition of ARB Insight was sent out last week.

In his foreword, ARB Chair Alan Kershaw shares news about our Corporate Strategy 2026-30, the publication of new draft guidance in support of the Architects Code, and proposals for new Investigations Rules.

Read the newsletter here:
https://arb.org.uk/publications/publications-list/arb-insight/

🗓️ Only one day left until our consultation on proposed changes to improve professional practical experience closes.

The proposed changes include:
- a coordinating role for learning providers
- a new Trainee Record of Experience to support reflection and progress
- new guidance for employers and trainees

Together, these changes aim to improve fair and consistent access to quality practical experience.

Share your views:
https://arb.org.uk/consultations/changes-to-professional-practical-experience/