Become a Student Member
Institute membership is free for students of architecture in Aotearoa.
What are the benefits?
automatic membership to the Student Architecture Network of New Zealand (SANNZ), which delivers a range of student-specific events, competitions and collegial activities
enjoy preferential rates for Institute events, including our bi-annual national conference, in:situ, as well as seminars, lectures and student events
receive Te Mātārere The Bulletin, our weekly newsletter featuring local and international industry news
Student Member benefits [PDF]
What else does the Institute do for students?
We undertake curriculum consultation and degree accreditation roles, provide affiliation with overseas institutes and organise the Resene Student Design Awards. By joining, we can help you:
connect with other students from the schools of architecture through SANNZ
connect with leading architects and future employers
find opportunities for greater involvement in the profession through seminars, student events, design competitions and social opportunities
keep up to date with professional news and issues though publications, practice notes, newsletters and advice
Who can join?
The Institute's Board may admit to Architecture Student Membership any person who is a student participating in an architecture or architecture-related course, the completion of which entitles that person to gain a recognised qualification prescribed by the Board as being acceptable for Professional membership.
All membership applications must be formally approved by the Institute's Board, which meets four times a year. However, once your initial membership submission has been accepted and paid, you will be able to access the full range of member benefits.
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Please note: Formal resignation in writing is required to discontinue your membership. The Institute does not supply industry-related magazines, these are supplied by the publishers.
Please advise us if your contact details change at any time. You can do this by logging in to the Members' section of the website, emailing us or calling 09 623 6080.
