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Top 10 APC candidates 2012

Each year around 500 Licentiate members submit their application for Chartered membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute via the Assessment of Professional Competence (APC).  The candidates submit a 5000 word application to demonstrate they have obtained the skills and competencies of a professional planner.  This year, the RTPI recognises  APC candidates whose excellent submissions were nominated by their assessors.  We share these impressive young planners' tips with the next generation of Licentiates.

Martin Hall APC profile Peter Rowe APC profile Dermot Monaghan APC profile Jane Forbes APC profile Steven Siu APC profile Rosie Foreman APC Profile Rosalind Hair APC profile Eleanor Newington APC profile Deborah Baker APC profile

Top tips include:

  • Attend the APC workshops in your area
  • Be informed
  • Write in your own style
  • Demonstrate how you have developed as a planner
  • Make the most of your mentor

Click on the images above to read each APC candidate's top tips.