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Sri Lanka Built Environment Pathway

From High School to Chartered Architect (ARB)

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1Entry Phase
Foundation

A/L or Foundation Studies

Physical Science / Arts / Technology stream with minimum entry scores or NVQ Level 3/4 foundation.

23-5 Years
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University Degree / CSA / SLIA Part I

B.Arch at University of Moratuwa, City School of Architecture (CSA), or SLIIT School of Architecture.

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How to Become a Chartered Architect in Sri Lanka: The Complete SLIA & ARB Roadmap
Architecture Career
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How to Become a Chartered Architect in Sri Lanka: The Complete SLIA & ARB Roadmap

A comprehensive, step-by-step breakdown of the Sri Lanka Institute of Architects (SLIA) Part I, II, and III examination pathway, logbook training requirements, and the legal ARB registration process.

Archt. Nimal Perera
Archt. Nimal Perera
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SLIA vs ARB: Navigating Professional Registration Categories in Sri Lanka
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6 min readAugust 2026

SLIA vs ARB: Navigating Professional Registration Categories in Sri Lanka

Understand the distinct statutory roles of the Architects Registration Board (ARB) vs the SLIA, and the precise legal distinctions between Chartered Architects, Registered Architects, and Architectural Licentiates.

Thilini Mendis
Thilini Mendis
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NVQ Level 4/5 vs University Degree in Sri Lanka: Which Route is Right for You?
Qualifications & ARB
7 min readAugust 2026

NVQ Level 4/5 vs University Degree in Sri Lanka: Which Route is Right for You?

A pragmatic comparison between vocational technical qualifications (NVQ Level 4/5 Draftsperson / Quantity Surveying) and formal University B.Arch / B.Sc degrees in Sri Lanka.

Roshan Wickramasinghe
Roshan Wickramasinghe
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Sri Lanka Built Environment Ecosystem

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