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Recent Articles
International architecture students and graduates in the UK face multifaceted challenges that extend beyond professional hurdles, encompassing significant financial and emotional burdens. These interconnected stressors considerably hinder their transition from academic pursuits to professional integration.
Research underscores the critical role of support from employers, universities, and professional bodies in enhancing the employability of international students:
Survey results, findings and recommendations from the 2024 International architecture graduates and students in the UK survey
NAN visits RNIB's Grimaldi Building - The first Building to adopt PAS6463: Design for the Mind. Key features discussed during the visit to the Grimaldi Building and the experience of being Neurodivergent in that environment.
The end of 2024 saw the publication of the much-anticipated latest version of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) by the government. This revised framework introduces significant changes to national policy, focusing on improving housing delivery, protecting the environment, and ensuring sustainable development.