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JOIN THE INSTITUTE

Jump start your architectural career.

When you join the Institute, you have access to a range of dedicated resources, programs and opportunities to assist you in building your professional skills and knowledge as you enter the profession. 

A supportive community of like-minded individuals awaits you through the Institutes, Emerging Architects and Graduates Network (EmAGN). 

 

MEMBERSHIP ELIGIBILITY

Graduate membership

JUMPSTART YOUR ARCHITECTURAL CAREER

Our Emerging Architects and Graduates Network (EmAGN) supports graduates and emerging architects in their transition from student to industry professionals through a range of programs.  

When you join the Institute, you become a part of a design community fostering a culture of architecture, mutual support and idea sharing, and where exciting opportunities at local and national levels await.

Eligibility

WHO CAN APPLY?

Holders of an accredited qualification in architecture (Master of Architecture or equivalent) within the last 5 years and who are not yet registered as an architect.

If your accredited qualification in architecture was obtained more than 5 years ago, and you are not yet registered as an architect, you are eligible for the Associate category

Not sure if your architectural qualification is accredited? Find out more about education standards and accredited courses of architecture here.

If you obtained your academic qualifications overseas, contact us at membership@architecture.com.au to determine your eligibility. Graduates who have successfully registered as an architect are not eligible for this category of membership.

2023 Membership Category Changes

EVOLVING TO SUPPORT YOUR ARCHITECTURE JOURNEY

As part of our ongoing commitment to improving our membership experience and offerings to all the members we support, we’re simplifying our membership categories for 2023 and beyond, ensuring we continue to meet the evolving needs of the profession.

This is the first phase of our commitment to reviewing our member experience, with a review of the structure of our A+ membership continuing into next year.

Amongst many changes, we’ve reduced our membership categories from 11 to just seven, which more closely reflects the logical progression of an architect’s career journey.

We’re also introducing a range of flexible and affordable options, supporting our members through career and personal life events including recent graduation and registration, parental leave, post-graduate leave and retirement.

Membership Benefits

  • Access to Community – an online discussion and resources platform where you can communicate and connect on important topics with fellow members.
  • National and Chapter digital publications
  • Local and National E-News bulletin
  • President’s dedicated e-alerts
  • Australian Institute of Architects conventions & conferences
  • Networking opportunities
  • Dedicated Emerging Architects and Graduates Network (EmAGN)
  • HR Hub Online Resources
  • National Mentoring Program
  • Acumen Practice Notes
  • Contracts & Agreements
  • Senior counsellor service
  • Mentor scheme (consult your chapter)
  • CPD – event & online programs
  • Australian Institute of Architects’ Dulux Study Tour
  • Travelling scholarships
  • Results of national campaigns & surveys
  • Certificate of Membership
  • Suffix (post-nominal letters) – RAIA (Grad)
  • Member’s badge
  • Voting rights
  • Committee membership
  • Representation to government
  • Media representation
  • International accords

GRADUATION MEMBER FEES

MEMBERS IN AUSTRALIA

  • Graduation year 2018 – 2021   $196 annual fee ($49 per quarter)
  • Graduation year 2022 – 2023   $98 annual fee ($24.50 per quarter)

*Fees include GST

MEMBERS OVERSEAS

  • Graduation year 2018 – 2021   $196 annual fee ($49 per quarter)
  • Graduation year 2022 – 2023  $98 annual fee ($24.50 per quarter)

*Fees exclude GST 

See terms and conditions.
All 2023 individual member category rates can be viewed here

 

MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL

RENEWING YOUR MEMBERSHIP

Not active? Login to the portal to renew your membership today to continue enjoying exclusive benefits and resources. 

Unsure of your member portal username (Institute-registered email address) to access the member portal? Contact the membership team for assistance.

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Discover the benefits of your membership

rESOURCES FOR REGISTRATION

Exclusive member pricing on the PALs program. A comprehensive registration preparation program,.

magazine subscription

Subscription to Architecture Australia magazine, delivered to your door

NATIONAL MENTORING PROGRAM

Connect with design professionals and discover expert advice through the Mentorloop platform

Emerging Architects and Graduates Network (EmAGN)

A supportive community of likeminded emerging professionals

Prizes and tours

Experience some of the world’s best architectural sites and practices firsthand through the Dulux Study Tour

Community Forum

An online forum to exchange ideas, ask for advice and search job postings

BE RECOGNISED

Proudly show off your Institute membership with post-nominals and digital membership badges

ACUMEN & ENVIRONMENT

Get access to an extensive collection of architectural practice advisory and guidance notes

Member rewards

Exclusive member benefits and discounts just for being a member, like discounts on books

MEMBERship FEES

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GRADUATES IN AUSTRALIA

Full membership subscription rates for 2024

$196 Annual Fee | $49 Quarterly Instalment (Incl GST)

Concession rates

Just Graduated | $98 annual fee
2024 FEE TABLE

GRADUATES OVERSEAS

Full membership subscription rates for 2024

$178 Annual Fee | $44.50 Quarterly Instalment (Excl GST)

Concession Rates

Just Graduated | $89 annual fee
2024 FEE TABLE

HOW TO APPLY

1. Complete application form

The application will take 10 minutes to complete. Please have your certified qualification document handy!

2. SUBMIT APPLICATION FORM

Complete your application form and online payment.

3. application pending

Hang tight! Your application will be reviewed within 5 business days. If we need additional supporting documents, we will contact you by email.

4. Membership approved

Get access to your RAIA (Grad) post-nominal, digital member badge and all the exclusive benefits!

MEMBERSHIP FAQ

Individual members can pay either by one annual payment or in four quarterly instalments.

There is no additional sign up process to join EmAGN. We are a demographic of members of The Institute of Architects.

Fun fact: The EmAGN demographic makes up about 30% of total Institute members.

To re-join, please complete the application form. It is important that you sign In at the top of the application form so that previous membership records are retained. If you are having difficulty logging in, please contact membership@architecture.com.au

If you hold an accredited qualification in architecture (Master of Architecture or equivalent) that was obtained more than 5 years ago (2018 or earlier) and you are not yet registered as an architect, are eligible for the associate membership.

If you have recently graduated from an accredited course of architecture (Master of Architecture) between 2023-2024 graduation year, you are eligible for the Just Graduated concession fee. This fee will automatically be applied. 

Professional architecture courses in Australia are subject to accreditation administered by the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia through the AACA Architecture Program Accreditation Procedure in Australia and New Zealand. Please click the link to check if your course is accredited. 

Show off your Institute membership with a digital membership badge. Exclusive to members, apply your badge to your email signature, portfolio or CV and proudly acknowledge your Institute membership and impress future employers. 

Please email the membership team at membership@architecture.com.au to unlock your account.

Once we have received payments, you can access your tax invoice by logging into your membership profile and navigating to ‘My Membership’.

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Contact us

Have further questions? Contact our membership team.

Phone: 1800 770 617

Email: membership@architecture.com.au

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Emerging Architects and Graduates Network

Your personal network

EmAGN (Emerging Architects and Graduates Network) is the Institute’s network supporting graduates and emerging architects in their transition from student to experienced architect.

There are EmAGN groups active in all states and territories.

For more information about events and activities across the EmAGN network visit the dedicated website or connect via social media.

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