So You Want to Be an Architect: The Ultimate Guide for High School Students
/Thinking about studying architecture? Here’s everything I wish I’d known as a student - from subjects and skills to books, documentaries, and portfolio tips.
Read MoreFalling Out of Love with Architecture (And Finding My Way Back)
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There’s this idea that if you’re passionate enough, you’ll never fall out of love with architecture. That once you’ve chosen this path, you’ll follow it forever with certainty, with pride, with relentless motivation. But what happens when that passion fades? When the dream job isn’t what you imagined, when burnout creeps in, or when the industry doesn’t welcome you in the way you hoped?
Read More7 tips for Architecture Students
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Whether you have decided you want to study architecture, are starting to look at colleges, starting your first year of architecture or work placement - this blog post is for you.
Read MoreHow to Study Architecture Effectively (A Realistic Student’s Guide)
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As someone who has spent over 15 years immersed in architecture, both as a practising architect and a former university lecturer, I’ve had the privilege of guiding thousands of students through their interior and architectural education. Becoming an architect is one of the most rewarding journeys you can undertake, but it also demands long hours, creativity, resilience, and a far more effective way of studying than most students are ever taught.
Read MoreNavigating University Clearing (UK) To Study Architecture
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Applying to university can be a daunting process, especially if your exam results didn’t go as planned. But, as I discovered, it's not the end of your academic journey. It could be the start of something even better.
Read MoreJob Interviews and Dealing With Rejection
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Getting a job interview can be exciting but also pretty nerve-wracking. I just found out that I didn't get the job I had interviewed for here in Reykjavik so I wanted to write out some points to help anyone else who is going through the stress of job searching, applications, and the interview process.
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About Sonia Nicolson
Sonia Nicolson is a British Chartered Architect (ARB) and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). As an Architect and Creative Educator based in Iceland, she helps students and designers build confidence in hand drawing, design, and portfolio skills.
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