How is B.Arch at LPU?

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Harsh Pandey · Answer

At LPU there is a different school for B.Arch I. e. School of Architecture that provides different programme outcomes from basic to advanced one. The School inculcates practical implications and goes beyond the conceptual understanding. The program is structured in five groups taking care of every dimension of the growing and ever-changing design industry viz. Core Courses, Supporting Courses, Skill Development Courses, Management Courses, Elective Courses. The curriculum is benchmarked against the most renowned institutions of the world and is further strengthened through live design projects which help thorough assimilation of theoretical concepts. The focus is on application-oriented teaching with live architecture design projects, extensive models, and fieldwork. LPU believes in providing real-life exposure instead of just book knowledge. Students are exposed to real site situations through in-house and external visits for visual orientation. Emphasis is given to the Entrepreneurship projects/Consultancy projects which give a cutting edge to the students of the University. The Faculty deputed to teach the students is very supportive and takes initiative to involve the students in projects for maximum exposure. The highest package last year was 7.44 LPA and the average was 5.6 LPA. Last but not least, the career prospects of this course if studied at LPU will open your doors to the government. Architect's offices of different states and universities, In government. Engineering offices like P. W. D., Public Health, Irrigation, Town Planning Corporation offices, Teaching jobs, etc.

preeti gogna · Answer

B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) is an undergraduate degree in the field of architecture. This five-year full-time programme is a blend of theoretical and practical knowledge for students to learn the art of planning, designing, and constructing physical structures of various kinds. At LPU the course design is cutting edge. It deals with topics like comprehending design approach and inter-relationship of function, circulation, structure, material and construction, climatology, services, form, aesthetics, and knowledge inbuilt environment. Interpret the facet of architectural design and urban realm context through schematic drawings, project reports, physical models, and 3 D visualizations. Analyze and appraise through research, various aspects of anthropometry, building technology, materials, structural analysis and design, history, art, culture, humanities, landscape, assessment methods, architectural computation, and management of resources. Evaluate legal and regulatory framework for application in planning and design of architectural and urban scale projects. The best part is exceptionally talented students can get scholarships by attempting LPU NEST up to 45 percent of the programme fee. Approved by COA (Council of Architecture, New Delhi) B.Arch at LPU is a sought-after programme. It even has an International Exposure Option. Students may be given an option to go for a 4 weeks study tour to USA/ European countries or any other country as decided by the University subject to conditions. There is an option of Semester Exchange in which a student may be given an option to join a partner or receive university abroad for a semester as decided by the University subject to conditions. The highest package last year was 7.44 LPA and the average was 5.6 LPA.

preeti verma · Answer

B.Arch is one of the much sought after programmes at LPU. There is an eligibility criteria which one needs to fulfill. The faculty of the department is a team of trained professionals who have studied at top universities of the country and have worked with industrial giants or are equipped with academic excellence. It is said Architects shape the future of the building environment, from buildings to neighborhoods to cities to regions and LPU shapes the architects. Discipline of Architecture Design and Planning at LPU exhibits a rich diversity as the academic staff and students come from across the globe. We believe that excellence flourishes in an environment that embraces the broadest range of people, helps them to achieve their full potential, nurture free expression of diverse perspective through respectful discourses and high standards are maintained for students and staff. The course design is cutting edge. It deals with topics like comprehend design approach and inter-relationship of function, circulation, structure, material and construction, climatology, services, form, aesthetics knowledge in built environment. Interpret the facet of architectural design and urban realm context through schematic drawings, project report, physical model and 3 D visualizations. Analyze and appraise through research, various aspects of anthropometry, building technology, materials, structural analysis and design, history, art, culture, humanities, landscape, assessment methods, architectural computation and management of resources. Evaluate legal and regulatory framework for application in planning and design of architectural and urban scale projects. The best part is exceptionally talented students can get scholarship by attempting LPU NEST up to 45 percent of the programme fee. It even has an International Exposure Option. Students may be given an option to go for a 4 weeks study tour to USA/ European countries or any other country as decided by the University subject to conditions. There is an option of Semester Exchange in which a student may be given an option to join a partner or receive university abroad for a semester as decided by the University subject to conditions. Hope you will find this information useful. Approved by COA (Council of Architecture, New Delhi) B.Arch at LPU is a niche programme. The highest package offered to the LPU students last year was 7.44 LPA while 5.6 LPA was the average salary package. The NIRF ranking of LPU is 12.

Rajdeep Sharma · Answer

Architecture, the art and technique of designing and building, as distinguished from the skills associated with construction. The practice of architecture is employed to fulfill both practical and expressive requirements, and thus it serves both utilitarian and aesthetic ends. Being alumni of Lovely Professional University, I must recommend to pursue Architecture course from LPU for sure. After doing Arch. Programme from LPU, Career Prospects are as following, Architect and Planner with architectural design houses/ Companies Landscape Architect Architectural professional Model Maker Architectural Software trainer Real Estate Manager, Planner and Developer Town Planner and city scape designer Teaching and research Architectural Journalism Architectural design assistant with MNCs & Many More. There are several unique features / Highlights/ Achievements by School of Architecture, LPU which makes it best in the country. 1. The School has the distinction of being approved NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture) test centre of Council of Architecture, New Delhi. 2. Focus on application oriented teaching with live architecture design projects, extensive model and field work. 3. Emphasis is given on the Entrepreneurship projects/Consultancy projects which give cutting edge to the students of the University. 4. The department has hosted the Zonal NASA (National Association of Student Architects) convention within four years of the department's existence. 5. The final year batch 2005 have won 9 prizes in the national tech fest at IIT, Roorkee. 6. Architectural design thesis in pre-final year and industrial training in the final year. 7. School has students from all states of the country and more than 500 students from all over the world. Hope this helps !

N Pathania · Answer

Hi, The architecture department is approved by COA and serves to create professionals who have manual and computerized planning and designing skills on leading design software. The programmes are structured in five groups taking care of every dimension of the growing and ever-changing design industry viz. Core Courses, Supporting Courses, Skill Development Courses, Management Courses, Elective Courses. The academics focus on developing students' creative skills by encouraging experimentation with new materials and processes with great concern for material conservation. Many companies visit LPU for the recruitment like DLF, India, Larsen and Toubro, Reliance Infrastructure, Design Forum, Arcop India, Atkins, Ansals API, Sateliers, Omaxe, Quark City, Sahara City Homes, Hettich India, Kaff Kitchen Solutions, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation, Indian Army, Military Engineering Services, Architectural Design Houses [National and International] and many more. So, definitely, you should go for LPU. Thanks.

Arshiya Singh · Answer

Being alumni of LPU, I recommend LPU for this programme. LPU is recognised by COA. LPU is amongst the Top 5 School of Architecture, Design, and Planning disciplines in India and the top 100 schools globally by 2025 by becoming a Center of design excellence in Academics, Consultancy, and Research. LPU School of Architecture and Design is among Punjab best colleges and ranked among the top ten promising architecture institutes of India by Higher Education Review. In an era of smart cities, sustainable buildings, and contemporary interiors, we train our students to become lateral thinkers by focusing on the critical design approach. With exposure to an international environment, access to the latest tools, software, and technology, our students become architects that create buildings and infrastructure that are globally acknowledged. Architecture Students documented the buildings and learning from Live Case Examples during experiential learning week. They paying regular site visits and gaining their knowledge on the latest construction techniques and implement them into their design projects. He attended seminars and guest lectures by experienced and professional architects are held frequently to enhance the knowledge of the students. World acclaimed architect Raj Real, Ar. PSN Rao, Ar. Sangeet Sharma and many others. They Emphasis on case studies and Case-based teaching to develop skills in analytical thinking and reflective judgment by reading and discussing complex, real-life scenarios. Students participate in campus and out-campus competitions that are held frequently. Hands-on experience on Low Construction Techniques, IGBC Student organisation activities, etc. Educational field visits proposed to understand different architectural styles. Mughal Architecture, Sikh Architecture, South Architectural style. You should not worry about the placements. If you work hard in the course and learn as much as you can, any company visiting the campus would be happy to hire you. However, you must not neglect to polish your communication skills as well, because companies will check that in their interviews. LPU provides plenty of opportunities to its students to take part in events, competitions, fests in order to let them grow their personality and give them a chance to polish their skills. They give you a very good amount of training before you go into campus placements.

Navneet Kaur · Answer

LPU is among India's best colleges and ranked among top ten promising architecture institutes of India by Higher Education Review. In an era of smart cities, sustainable buildings and contemporary interiors, we train our students to become lateral thinkers by focusing on the critical design approach. With exposure to an international environment, access to the latest tools, software, and technology, our students become architects that create buildings and infrastructure that are globally acknowledged. INNOVATIVE TEACHING\ World Renowned Architect B. V. Doshi is one of the most important figures in South Indian Architecture. LPU Students got the chance to interact at his working abode in Sangath, Ahmedabad. B. Plan students of Urban Planning Domain, LSAD Visited Bhaktapur Nepal for Experiential Learning for Development Plan. A student had a meeting with Indian Embassy, Kathmandu Valley Development Authority, District Coordination Committee Bhaktapur, Mayor Bhaktapur, SSP Bhaktapur, etc. And conducted Surveys, Collected Data and documented City Department of Architecture, LSAD conducted an expert lecture of Ar. Jit Kumar, Chairman of Indian Green Building Council, Chandigarh for Architecture students to share the concept and technical specifications of Green Architecture Buildings. Architecture Students documented the buildings and learning from Live Case Examples during experiential learning week. Architecture Students paying the regular site visits and gaining their knowledge on the latest construction techniques and implement into their design projects. Architecture Students visited Studio Archohm office in Noida during Academic Experiential learning week in August 2018. Students interacted and gained exposure interacted with Ar. Saurabh Gupta, Director of Studio Archohm. Alumni of B.Arch Batch 2010, Yatharth Laad and Namita Singh conducted a hands-on session on Rat-Trap Bonding, Brick Arches, Brick Jalli, Filler -Slab technique cob wall construction and Adobe block construction for B.Arch students. I hope this helps Thank You!

Lipika Dhingra · Answer

Being an alumni I would like to share certain some key insights related with architecture Programme; Eligibility: Pass with 50% aggregate marks in 10+2 with English Physics Chemistry and Mathematics and pass with 50% aggregate marks in Physics Chemistry and Mathematics or Pass with 50% in Diploma (any stream) (3 years) recognised by Central/ State government. (with Mathematics) or equivalent, subject to qualifying marks in NATA 2021 or JEE Main (Paper II) or qualifying marks in any specially designed aptitude test in Architecture conducted by the competent authority of the Central/ State Governments (as/if allowed by statutory body for 2021-22) The following are the Basic programme outcomes : PO1 : Design Thinking and development : Apply various methods to assess, analyze and propose design scheme for built environment typologies. PO2 : Skill development : Interpret document and present in graphic form all elements of building design manually as well as digitally. PO3 : Modern tool usage : Apply and integrate various software applications in design process. PO4 : Technical know-how : Analyze evolution of human habitat, various materials, techniques and technologies, its influence through ages. PO5 : Legal Compliance : Apply knowledge of legal and regulatory framework and codes of practice in establishing and managing organizations. Highlights of the Programme : 1)Approved by COA (Council of Architecture, New Delhi) for Indian Applicants only. 2)Approved NATA Test Centre at our campus. Credit Transfer Student after successful completion of 2 years. At LPU may be given option to join partner/ receiving university abroad for the completion of programme subject to conditions and norms of regulatory bodies. For requisites and other clauses. International Exposure Option Student may be given an option to go for 4 weeks study tour to USA/ European countries or any other country as decided by the University subject to conditions. Student may be given an option to join partner/ receiving university abroad for a semester as decided by the University subject to conditions.

Priya Singh · Answer

Hi, The architecture department is approved by COA and serves to create professionals who have a manual and computerized planning and designing skills on leading design software. The programmes are structured in five groups taking care of every dimension of the growing and ever-changing design industry viz. Core Courses, Supporting Courses, Skill Development Courses, Management Courses, Elective Courses. The academics focus on developing students' creative skills by encouraging experimentation with new materials and processes with great concern for material conservation. Many companies visit LPU for the recruitment like DLF, India, Larsen and Toubro, Reliance Infrastructure, Design Forum, Arcop India, Atkins, Ansals API, Sateliers, Omaxe, Quark City, Sahara City Homes, Hettich India, Kaff Kitchen Solutions, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation, Indian Army, Military Engineering Services, Architectural Design Houses [National and International] and many more. So, definitely, you should go for LPU. Thanks.

Neharika sharma · Answer

Being an alumni of LPU, I would say LPU is amongst the Top 5 School of Architecture, Design and Planning disciplines in India and the top 100 schools globally by 2025 by becoming a Center of design excellence in Academics, Consultancy and Research. LPU School of Architecture and Design is among Punjab's best colleges and ranked among top ten promising architecture institutes of India by Higher Education Review. LPU trains its students to become lateral thinkers by focusing on the critical design approach. With exposure to an international environment, access to the latest tools, software and technology, students become architects that create buildings and infrastructure that are globally acknowledged. One of my friend told me students documented the buildings and learning from Live Case Examples during experiential learning week. Students paying the regular site visits and gaining their knowledge on the latest construction techniques and implement into their design projects. Students are taken to educational tours to complement in-class learning. Emphasis on case studies and Case-based teaching to develop skills in analytical thinking and reflective judgment by reading and discussing complex, real-life scenarios. World Renowned Architect B. V. Doshi is one of the most important figures in South Indian Architecture. LPU Students got the chance to interact at his working abode in Sangath, Ahmedabad. Architecture Students documented the buildings and learning from Live Case Examples during experiential learning week. LPU students B.Arch got placed with a package of INR 4.5 Lacs annually in Total Environment, Bangalore an Indian architect-led real estate and design company known for sensitively designed homes, microbrewery and jazz theatre. Some of them are working as an Architect in Design Forum International, Delhi. The firm is known for various projects like Select Citywalk, Delhi and Solar Tower, South Africa. The firm has won various awards for its projects. Completed their internships from Spain, Germany, Dubai and London. A B.Arch student got placed at CP Kukreja Architects, New Delhi which is among st top 100 Architectural Firms in the World. The placements at LPU keep getting better despite the ever-growing reigns of the pandemic, while the other institutions are still shaken by the soaring effects of the coronavirus outbreak.

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