
Journey To Becoming a Built Environment Professional
Explore the essential requirements and academic pathways to becoming a professional in the built environment. Gain a clear understanding of the qualifications, skills, and university study requirements needed to embark on this journey.
Requirements To Join a Professional Body

Become a Member of the South African Property Valuers Association
The South African Property Valuers Association (SAPVA) is a key professional organization dedicated to advancing the property valuation profession in South Africa. SAPVA serves as a crucial platform for property valuers, providing them with resources, support, and a network to enhance their expertise and professional standing.
Candidacy Requirements (Prior to be professionally registered):
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Fulfilled the requirements of the relevant an accredited degree by the professional council
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Have registered as a candidate and undertaken a candidacy programme under the Mentor
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Fulfilment of the final Professional Council assessment/interview
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Become a Member of the South African Council for Landscape Architecture:
The South African Council for Landscape Architecture (SACLA) is the professional regulatory body responsible for overseeing and promoting the practice of landscape architecture in South Africa. SACLA is dedicated to ensuring that landscape architects adhere to high standards of practice, ethics, and professionalism.
Candidacy Requirements (Prior to be professionally registered):
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Fulfilled the requirements of the relevant an accredited degree by the professional council
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Have registered as a candidate and undertaken a candidacy programme under the Mentor
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Fulfilment of the final Professional Council assessment/interview
Download Requirements Below:
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SACLAP Addendum - Landscape Architectural Profession - Nov 2016 - Download
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SACLAP - Weighted Core Competency Table for the Landscape Management Profession - Download
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SACLAP Application form - March 2018 - Download
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SACLAP Rates Table 2024- 2025 - APPROVED FOR IMPLEMENTATION - Feb 2024 - Download
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SACLAP Registration Policy Nov 2016 - Download

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Requirements to Study Property Studies at Accredited Universities
University Options:
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University of the Witwatersrand BSc. Construction studies in the field Property Studies
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University of Cape Town
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University of Pretoria
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University of Free State
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University of Johannesburg
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Cape Peninsula University of Technology

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