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BIA Membership

As a member of the Barbados Institute of Architects (BIA), the BIA will support you and your work with everyday practical tools and resources. BIA sets the standard for educational and professional excellence in Barbados. We shine a light on your work, represent your views and focus on the issues that matter most to you. We work hard to protect you and your profession. By joining us, you can help us do more. As a Member you will have access to a wide range of valuable benefits. There are six types of individual BIA Memberships to choose from.

Our Membership consists of a cross section of industry professionals including:

. Registered Architects

. Architectural Assistants

. Architectural Technologists & Technicians

. Architectural Students & Interns

. Landscape Architects

. Interior Designers

. Quantity Surveyors

. Project Managers

. Engineers

. Contractors

. Land Surveyors

. Product Suppliers

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BIA Architect

ARCHITECT

Architects shall be qualified professionals registered with the Barbados Architects Registration Board. Architects only are entitled to use the letters "BIA" after their names.

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IBIA Architect

INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATE

A Person not practicing in Barbados but qualified and/ or registered to practice Architecture in their jurisdiction.

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ABIA ASSOCIATE

ARCHITECTURAL ASSOCIATE

Persons who have completed a Masters Degree or a Professional Degree in Architecture acceptable to Council, or have completed an Undergraduate Degree or Diploma (or Equivalent certification) in Architecture or Architectural Technology acceptable to Council. Architectural Associates only are entitled to use the letters "ABIA" after their names.

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Professionals

AFFILIATE

Persons of Affiliated professions with a personal or professional interest in architecture.

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Education

STUDENT

Persons actively engaged in the study of Architecture or Design at an educational institution acceptable to Council.

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Nominations

BIA FELLOW

The Title “BIA Fellow” will only be accorded, at the discretion of Council, to present or past BIA Members who have made a significant contribution to the Profession of Architecture.

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Note: All members shall be citizens of Barbados, or persons residing in Barbados with the requisite statutory work permitting permissions, or persons residing in an island, state or nation associated with the Barbados Institute of Architects. Architect Members only shall be allowed to use the letters "BIA" after their names, or to use the title “Architect” to distinguish their professional status. International Members only shall be allowed to use the letters "IBIA" after their names, or to use the title “Architect” to distinguish their professional status. Architectural Associates only are entitled to use the letters “ABIA” after their names.