How To Become A Registered Architect In Uganda

Who Is An Architect?

Architects are professionals trained in the art and science of building design. They develop the concepts for structures and turn those concepts into images and plans, which eventually may become homes, office buildings and other facilities. Their work involves more than just the appearance of a structure.

How To Become A Registered Architect In Uganda?

A degree recognised by the Architects Registration Board (ARB)

A year of practical work experience.

A further 2 years’ full-time university course like BArch, Diploma, MArch.

A year of practical training.

A final qualifying exam.

How Do I Register As An Architect In Uganda?

MUST sign and stamp on the form. Proof of Payment of registration fees amounting to the equivalent of fifty thousand Uganda shillings(50,000) for Ugandan citizen. Application form fee of ten thousand Uganda shillings (10,000) only. Copies of certified academic qualification documents.

How Do I Register Myself As An Architect In Uganda?

Application form in the prescribed format (enclosed), duly filled in and signed by the applicant, along with two recent passport size photograph duly signed, with name mentioned at the back. A copy of the date of birth certificate attested by either a Gazetted Officer or Notary Public/Oath Commissioner.

How Much Does An Architect Earn In Uganda?

A person working as an Architect in Uganda typically earns around 3,200,000 UGX per month. Salaries range from 1,470,000 UGX (lowest) to 5,090,000 UGX (highest). This is the average monthly salary including housing, transport, and other benefits.

Do Architects Need To Be Registered In Uganda?

By law, anyone who describes themselves as an architect when involved in designing or constructing buildings must be properly qualified, insured and registered with us. If someone has told you they are an architect but you can’t find them on the Architects Register, you can make a complaint to us.

How Do I Start An Architecture Business In Uganda?

Type of firm/services. To start, the entrepreneur has to focus on the kind of services his/her firm would be providing.

Networking. Networking is an essential factor to enable any business.

COA Registration.

Firm Registration- Sole Proprietorship or Partnership.

Can I Be An Architect Without A Degree In Uganda?

The Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that unlike doctors and lawyers who need to get registered under relevant laws to practise, a person does not require to have a professional degree and be registered under the Architects Act to undertake work related to architecture and its cognate activities.

What Subjects Do You Need For Architecture In Uganda?

Architectural design and communication.

Technology and environment.

Environmental science for architects.

People, buildings, landscape.

Practice and management.

Buildable, habitable design.

History and theory of architecture and design.

Design process and communication.

How Long Does It Take To Qualify As An Architect In Uganda?

Whilst the typical route involves five years study at university and completion of a minimum of two years’ practical experience, you can also study part-time; study whilst working in architectural practice through RIBA Studio or through the new apprenticeship route.

Can An Architect Use Another Architects Drawings In Uganda?

In order for anyone other than the owner of the copyright to use those plans and drawings, including the individual architect(s) who created the plans and drawings as an employee, the owner must grant permission for the works to be used by another.