How can I become an architect? Which exam should I take? Do I need to appear for SAT exam?

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Asked by Upasana Arora
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Nidhi Sharma
9 years ago
Dear Upasana, Good to know about your plans to be an architect. It really depends which country you are planning to go for your Bachelors. Since, you mentioned SAT, it is required for studying Bachelors degree in USA which allows you also to apply for a Bachelors course called B.Arch in USA which i

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Sharath H Aithal
7 years ago
No, you need not appear for SAT exam. An Architecture aspirant should take up NATA exam or JEE Mains paper 2 exams to get admission into Architecture course. Council of Architecture guidelines states: Only candidates who have the following credentials shall be eligible for admission to B.Arch. Cours

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Vikas Kaushik
9 years ago

Hi Upasana, You must take the SAT if you plan to study in USA. The requirements and process will vary depending where you want to study. Basically, you must complete your 10+2 with good grades, take the SAT (depends) and IELTS or TOEFL. You can check here for more information: https://studyabroad.s

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