Links | Support | Resources

Please find below; information, links, webinars and support that will enable us to better manage our way through challenges.

WIA Mentoring Programme

• You can access the 2025 WIA Mentoring handbook, preparation sheets and introduction video on the mentoring page.

UCAS Resources:

• The website has some useful info and videos, as well as info on course entry requirements: https://www.ucas.com/explore/subjects/architecture-building-and-planning

• More info on apprenticeship routes: https://www.ucas.com/understanding-apprenticeships

• Career Quiz: https://www.ucas.com/careers/careers-quiz and career list/profile info: Architecture and Planning ; Building and Construction

ARB Resources:

• http://arb.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/ARB-Student-Handbook.pdf
  - This edition was published in 2016 but is still correct to current requirements. Contact them here: info@arb.org.uk

• https://arb.org.uk/student-information/schools-institutions-architecture/ - this lists out all the accredited UK universities.

RIBA Resources:

• Pathways to qualify as an architect: https://www.architecture.com/education-cpd-and-careers/how-to-become-an-architect

• Apprenticeship opportunities: https://www.architecture.com/education-cpd-and-careers/apprenticeships

• How to fund your studies: https://www.architecture.com/education-cpd-and-careers/studying-architecture/advice-on-funding-your-architectural-studies

• RIBA Architecture Ambassadors Programme – this a great programme! Contact learning@riba.org for information and resources.

London / UK Resources:

• Visit RIBA London HQ at 66 Portland Place.

• During the month of June, check out the London Festival of Architecture which has lots of free events and activities.

• Check out events and activities as part of the Open City Programme which is all year around: https://open-city.org.uk/. This includes events, building visits and more. The September Open House Festival is always a highlight, with free access to many public and private buildings. Open City are also a student mentoring programme for 16-18 year olds – applications are currently open for the next round in October: https://open-city.org.uk/accelerate

Built By Us mentoring: https://www.builtbyus.org.uk/

Networks:

• https://www.blackfemarc.com/

• https://architecturesocial.com/

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/fame-collective-64020b21b/

• https://www.nawic.co.uk/

• https://www.womeninproperty.org.uk/

Architects Benevolent Society (ABS):

ABS can offer mental health support for those experiencing anxiety and anxiety based depression. You can contact the welfare team directly (Tel: 020 3918 8588 / Email: Help@absnet.org.uk ) for support such as Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Therapies can take place over the phone, by email or Skype, as well as face to face. https://absnet.org.uk/need-help/how-we-help/mental-health-support

Anxiety UK:

https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk

Employee Assistance Programme:

Another option for support is via the Employee Assistance Programme, please ask your employer for details.

MIND:

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/coronavirus-and-your-wellbeing

ACAS link for advice for employers and employees: https://www.acas.org.uk/coronavirus

Lighthouse Construction:

https://www.lighthouseclub.org

The Lighthouse Construction charity provide a confidential 24/7 Construction Industry Helpline which is available to the industry’s workforce and their families in the UK and Ireland. 

If you would like to contribute a link or resource then please email hello@wia-uk.org with details.