This module will require students to present and analyse their individual professional experience, focusing on a limited number of case study projects in which they exercised a significant level of responsibility, to record the overall progression of the design and procurement process and specifically illustrate the relationship between theory and practice with reference to professionalism, legal frameworks, practice management and building procurement. The module also requires students to present and reflect on the totality of their professional experience, as documented in their Professional Experience and Development Record (PEDR) diaries using the RIBA's standard templates, and to submit a detailed curriculum vitae. The largely self-directed outputs are guided and supported by tutorials on an individual basis or in small study groups.
Total Contact Hours: 15
Private Study Hours: 585
Total Hours: 600
Main assessment methods
Case Study Report incorporating illustrated CV, critical career self-evaluation and Record of Professional Practice (Professional Experience Development Record) (80%)
45 minute Oral Examination (20%)
The Oral Examination will be conducted by a minimum of two Professional Examiners. Such Examiners will be registered architects with significant experience in practice.
Both of the above assessed components must be passed.
Reassessment methods
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The intended subject specific learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1 Demonstrate in a case study a clear understanding of the architect's obligation to society and the profession, and a sufficient awareness of the limits of their competence
and professional experience to ensure they are unlikely to bring the profession into disrepute (PC1).
2 Demonstrate a systematic understanding of the range of services offered by architects and delivering those services in a manner prioritising the interests of the client and
other stakeholders (PC2).
3 Demonstrate the diverse skills necessary to provide a competent service, both singly and as part of a team, including understanding of client needs, appropriate
communication, programming, coordination and competent delivery and resolve construction-related challenges and disputes (PC2, PC5).
4 Demonstrate knowledge of the briefing process, forms and terms of appointment, the means of professional remuneration, relevant legislation, and the execution of
appropriate programmed and coordinated project tasks (PC2).
5 Demonstrate an understanding of UK construction and contract law, construction procurement processes and the roles of built environment professionals (PC5).
6 Demonstrate the autonomous skills necessary to plan project-related tasks, coordinate and engage in design team interaction, execute effective contract communication
The above learning outcomes are cross-referenced where appropriate to the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) criteria for Part 3 of UK architectural qualifications. A more detailed mapping of the ARB/RIBA sub-criteria is provided in a schedule of teaching and assessment and specifies these sub-criteria in two categories:
A) Criteria which must be met through the assessment of this module:
PC1.2, PC1.5, PC2.4, PC2.5, PC2.7, PC2.9, PC3.3, PC3.7, PC3.9, PC3.10, PC4.1, PC4.4, PC4.8
B) Criteria which the module addresses and which may be referenced in student submissions, but are principally assessed in other modules:
The intended generic learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1 Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and well, using a range of skills.
2 Demonstrate an ability to argue rationally and to draw independent conclusions based on a rigorous, analytical and critical approach to data, demonstration and
argument.
3 Demonstrate problem solving skills, professional judgment, and ability to take the initiative and make appropriate decisions in complex and unpredictable circumstances.
4 Demonstrate an ability to produce reports which are clear, analytical and logical covering a range of technical issues and include appropriate illustrations.
5 Demonstrate an ability to present orally and discuss complex and contradictory issues in a structured and analytical manner.
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