I have Irish qualifications

Route A1

If you have completed a prescribed qualification in architecture from an Irish university and have passed the Irish Professional Practice Exam you are eligible for admission through Route A1.

Route B2a

If you have completed a prescribed qualification in architecture from an Irish university and have obtained the relevant post graduate professional licensing examination for admission to the profession in a non-EU Member State, you may consider Route B2a. 

The process requires an applicant to have obtained practical experience in Ireland and to demonstrate familiarity with Irish building legislation, standards, statutory obligations and contract administration.

Applicants who do not meet the above requirement must complete an RIAI-accredited and specified professional practice examination to be eligible for registration in Ireland.

Route C1

If you have completed a prescribed qualification in architecture from an Irish university and have acquired seven or more years’ post-graduate practical experience you may apply for an exemption from the Professional Practice Exam through Route C1. The process requires an applicant to have obtained practical experience in Ireland and to demonstrate familiarity with Irish building legislation, standards, statutory obligations and contract administration.

The Route B2a/C1 application and assessment process runs on a biannual cycle, see schedule below.

Applications may be prepared online and be submitted when the cycle opens, which is indicated on your application screen.

All dates are indicative and may be subject to change.

Please click here to view a list of resources, which may be of assistance in preparing for Assessment.