Preparing for RICS APC: Expert Tips from CSQ Assessors

As a RICS-regulated firm, CSQ promotes and supports the professional growth and development of their employees throughout their journey to become Chartered Surveyors. Not only does this equip our team with enhanced professional guidance and industry best practise and knowledge, but their credentials also provide an unrivalled client and market confidence.

With the RICS APC (MENA) submission window just around the corner, Sophia J. and Peter Squires MRICS MSCSI from CSQ (RICS APC Assessors), share some essential tips for candidates gearing up for their final submissions:

✅ Pathway guide: ensure you have the applicable copy of the pathway guide for your chosen route, and understand the contents within it

✅ Regular communication and check-in’s with your counsellor, don’t leave it too late to discuss your submission.

✅ Review your submission: know your submission inside out.

✅ Understand the requirements and differences between Level 1: knowledge and understanding, Level 2: application of knowledge and Level 3: reasoned advise.

✅ QAQC: Proofread, including grammar and spelling. Ensure your submission is professional and free of errors.

✅ Do not rush the final assessment if you do not feel ready, do it once and do it successfully!