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Diploma in Architectural Assistantship at Lovely Professional University is a full-time, three-year Diploma programme designed for students who have completed their 10th standard with at least 50% aggregate marks in Mathematics, Science, and English (or equivalent), though the English requirement can be waived if your prior education was in English medium; some relaxation is available for candidates from certain regions or categories as per university policy. The course runs over six semesters on campus and focuses on giving you practical and technical skills to assist architects in building design, drafting, modelling, and understanding construction techniques, sustainable design principles and architectural aesthetics, making it a good foundation if you plan to work in architectural firms or pursue advanced studies later. According to multiple course listings, the core tuition fee can vary by source, but typically it's around one hundred thousand per year summing to roughly one-eighty thousand to three Lacs for the three years, and living costs such as hostel and mess are additional; LPU also offers scholarships through LPUNEST that can significantly lower fees based on board performance or test scores, so it's worth preparing for that if you want financial aid. The curriculum usually combines classroom learning with hands-on training in studios and labs, and in many Polytechnic versions of the course there's emphasis on practical drafting software and sometimes industrial exposure. Placement opportunities specifically for this Diploma can be limited compared to full architecture degrees, with many students doing internships or assistant roles in design offices after graduation, so talking to current students or faculty about industry connections and project work is a smart move before enrolling.