Is it the same as a licensed architect?

No, the licensed architect (건축사) is a separate professional licence.

Generally those meeting Engineer-grade eligibility, such as related four-year graduates.

Architectural Engineer Qualification (Korea)

⚙️ Engineering & Technology By CampusDown Wiki Editorial Team Last updated October 26, 2026 Views 6

The Architectural Engineer (건축기사) is an Engineer-grade qualification run by HRD Korea and widely preferred by Korean construction firms.

Contents

1. Exam
2. Careers
3. FAQ
4. References

Exam

The written test typically has five subjects (planning, construction, structures, services, building law); the practical test is written construction and estimating work. Eligibility, subjects and syllabi change; always check Q-Net's current notice.

Careers

Contractors, design and supervision firms and public corporations. Compare with Construction Safety Engineer and Civil Engineer.

FAQ

Is it the same as a licensed architect?: No, the licensed architect (건축사) is a separate professional licence.
Who can sit it?: Generally those meeting Engineer-grade eligibility, such as related four-year graduates.

Sources reviewed: 2026-10-26

References

Q-Net 큐넷(한국산업인력공단). https://www.q-net.or.kr
국토교통부. https://www.molit.go.kr
건축법, 국가법령정보센터. https://www.law.go.kr

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