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Architectural Practice Examination Application

Reference Number: G538JEK6

APE Parts

  • Parts 1 & 2 - Initial Application for Admission and the National Examination Paper (NEP).
    Applications closed 5pm, Tuesday 28 January 2026, the next round will open June 2026

  • Part 2 only - National Examination Paper only.
    Applications closed 5pm, Tuesday 28 January 2026, the next round will open June 2026

  • Part 3 - Examination by Interview.
    You are eligible if you have passed Part 1 & 2. You can re-apply for Part 3 within 2 years of notification of your success in Part 2.
    You will need to resubmit Document #1 and Document #2 when you re-apply for Part 3.
    Applications for this round close October 2026

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