Oral Reviews

Oral Review

Successful completion of an Oral Review is required of every Intern Architect prior to registration. You will eligible to apply for the Oral Review upon completion of at least 2800 hours of work experience and completion of the mandatory professional development seminars. A panel of three registered architects will be looking for evidence from you that you have an overall understanding of the architectural profession and its responsibilities. Your panel will pose questions to determine the currency of your experience and knowledge and your competence to practise in British Columbia.

The following are documents that will help prepare you for the Oral Review:

• Bulletin 15: Rules for the Oral Review

• Guidelines for Oral Reviewers

• List of Possible Questions for the Oral Review

• Summary/Score sheet used by the Reviewers

• Oral Review Application

Application for Registration

Upon successful completion of the National and Provincial requirements you may apply for registration as an Architect!

You will be required to submit the following documents:

• Application for Registration
• Photo ID (if Photo ID on Intern Architect file older than 5 years)
• 2 Architect References
• Pro-rated Fee Schedule

Applications for registration take from 2 to 6 weeks to process. Your application will be reviewed by the Registration & Licensing Board, followed by approval by the AIBC Council. You will then be notified in writing and invited to obtain a seal/stamp and apply for a Certificate of Practice, should you choose to become a principal or shareholder of an architectural firm in order to practise independently.