Paper 3 Hkia [2021] [ 2026 Release ]

Papers 3, 4, and 5 will merge into one 90-question paper.

The assessment typically covers structural issues that an architectural practitioner in Hong Kong must understand: The Hong Kong Institute of Architects Structural Principles & Theory paper 3 hkia

From an economic standpoint, the 3RS is not a luxury but an insurance policy. Without it, HKIA would hit absolute capacity by 2030. According to Civil Aviation Department projections, the 3RS will increase annual passenger capacity from 70 million to 120 million and cargo to 10 million tonnes. Papers 3, 4, and 5 will merge into one 90-question paper

: Understanding how vertical dead/live loads and horizontal wind loads travel safely from slabs to beams, columns, and foundations. HKIA Study Guide for HKIA/ARB Professional Assessment According to Civil Aviation Department projections, the 3RS

To be eligible for the Paper 3 examination, candidates must meet the following requirements:

: Master the art of sketching legible structural grids, showing clear load paths, and identifying tension vs. compression components using bold annotations.