The Nigerian Institute of Architects' Professional Practice Examination: Conceptions, Misconceptions and the Way Forward

Sunday Adeluyi Bobadoye*, Adewale James Afolabi, Olabode Ogunmakinde, Akin Emmanuel Aribisala

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Abstract

This study examined the link between the Nigeria Institute of Architects and the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON) with respect to the Professional Practice Examinations (PPE). It sought to establish why so many graduates are yet to write the PPE and to identify the perceptions about the examination and the professional association. One hundred graduates of architecture were interviewed in South West Nigeria. Findings revealed varying reasons for not seating the exam, ranging from difficulty in filling the log books to the notion that, the examination does not test competence. it was moreover that to evident that there are many misconceptions about the NIA professional practice examination. It is recommended that the registration for the examination be appropriately and regularly reviewed so as to make the process less cumbersome. Patronage from potential certified architects should further be encouraged.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)15-24
Number of pages10
JournalAfrican Higher Education Review
Volume7
Issue number2
Publication statusPublished - 2013
Externally publishedYes

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