Student employment

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Employing students of architecture can be a rewarding experience for both the practice and the student. A primary pathway to registration as an architect in Australia requires the completion of a recognised qualification from an accredited school of architecture, followed by the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia (ACAA)'s Architectural Practice Examination (APE). This three-part examination process involves the submission of the APE Logbook and Statement of Practical Experience outlining the completion of a minimum of 3300 hours of practical experience (approximately two years, a portion of which may be completed prior to graduation) (Part 1), the National Examination Paper (Part 2) and the Examination by Interview (Part 3). 

Page contents:

• Student-employer relationship
• Roles and responsibilities
• Guidelines for employers
• Guidelines for students