Which are the best colleges for architecture that accepts NATA scores?

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preeti gogna · Answer

Here is the list of the few colleges- School of Planning and Architecture IIT NIT Lovely Professional University Jadavpur University, Amity University, Sister Nivedita University, IIT Kharagpur, etc. And many more colleges that accept the NATA score for admission to B.Arch courses. At LPU, the course design is of 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 3D visualizations. Analyzing and appraising 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. Evaluating legal and regulatory framework for application in planning and design of architectural and urban scale projects. The best part is that the 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. The highest package last year was 7.44 LPA and the average was 5.6 LPA.

Neetu Singh · Answer

I did MBA from LPU but I have few friends who has completed B.Arch from LPU itself. I would like to discuss few points which will help you to take decision. 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 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. B.Arch and Diploma students gained an exciting learning experience through Tool House Workshop in Mumbai and, a guided trip to Sanchi Stupa in Madhya Pradesh. They 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. 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. She said students participates in campus and out campus competitions are held frequently. Hands-on experience on Low Construction Techniques, IGBC Student organisation activities etc. Faculty of their department are highly experienced faculty mostly with industry exposure engaged in consultancy and research to add immense value to academic life.

Vibha Gupta · Answer

Well LPU requires NATA qualified or percentile of JEE Main paper II basically any one is required. Here I am sharing the eligibility criteria of this programme I. e. Pass with 50% in 10+2 with English, Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics (and also 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics) or equivalent or 50% with Diploma (any stream) (3 years) recognised by Central/ State government. (with Mathematics), subject to qualifying marks as per NATA 2020 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 2020-21). LPU offers scholarship based on various categories like previous qualification percentages, LPU NEST exam, national level test, and many more. Whichever will be the best applicable that will be reduced from the fees of every semester. Based on your 12th boards you can avail the scholarship benefits. LPU School of Architecture and Design is among 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 critical design approach. With exposure to an international environment, access to the latest tools, software's and technology, our students become architects that create buildings and infrastructure that are globally acknowledged. The architecture programme of lpu is approved by the agency of COA. Lpu provides the best academic exposure to it's students. The world class infra-structure is congenial for the study of architecture. Many workshops and seminars are conducted by industry experts as LPU believes in experiential learning. Students are exposed to real site situations through in house and external visits for visual orientation. Emphasis is given on the Entrepreneurship projects/Consultancy projects which give cutting edge to the students of the University. Talking about the placements companies like Al Rakha Group, Green Vision Architects, AKTC-Aga Khan Trust for Culture (Afghanistan), Capital region Development Authority (Kabul), Total Environment Builders, Wagma Designs etc. Visit here for recruitment purpose.

Sameeksha kapoor · Answer

I would say Lovely Professional University 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 top ten promising architecture institutes of India by Higher Education Review. In an era of smart cities, sustainable buildings and contemporary interiors, University train students to become lateral thinkers by focusing on the critical design approach. I am saying this My Brother is pursuing B. Architecture from Lovely Professional University. Reviews are Pretty good. I am discussing few points which will help you to take decision:- He has 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. Architecture Students documented the buildings and learning from Live Case Examples during experiential learning week. They paying the regular site visits and gaining their knowledge on the latest construction techniques and implement into their design projects. Students can attain positions as Architect in private, government, semi government organizations such as Public Works Department, Municipal Corporations, Improvement Trusts, NHAI, Indian Railways, Metro Rail Corporations and Development authorities like PUDA, HUDCO, CIDCO. Study tours are an integral part of curriculum with visitation of architectural and prominent sites provides maximum exposure to learn technicalities of architecture. 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. 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 participates in campus and out campus competitions 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. Thank you.

Ahana Sharma · Answer

Dear Ruby, The number of institutes offering the B.Arch course is overwhelming. However, not all of them can boast about quality. That why, you need a reputed institute like the Lovely Professional University to study such advanced course. The institute has an amazing infrastructure with experienced faculty giving holistic education to their students. The placement cell is also well-organized and regularly places their candidates into the biggest names in the corporate world. I would say LPU School of Architecture and Design is among Punjab 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. The eligibility for B.Arch at LPU is Pass with 50% aggregate marks in 10+2 with English, Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and 60% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, subject to qualifying marks in NATA 2020 or JEE Main (Paper II) (60 percentile or above) 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 2020-21). Fee per semester without scholarship is Rs 98000. For more information in detail, kindly visit university website, or call on University toll free number Tel: +91-1824-404404.

Rocky Singh · Answer

Check the link of Navrachana to get an idea of the eligibility criteria as the college is the best choice for pursuing architecture programs. https://www.shiksha.com/university/navrachana-university-vadodara-41387/courses/architecture-and-planning-s.

Sahil Kharya · Answer

the top colleges accepting nata scores are - 1 jj college of architecture 2cept, ahmedabad 3 manipal university 4rizvi college of architecture 5 rv college of architecture 6 maharaja sayajirao and many more you can search from google

Monisha Barua · Answer

Hi Ruby, List of top 10 colleges accepting NATA score : 1. Sir J J College of Architecture, Mumbai 2. Department of Architecture, IIT Roorkee 3. Chandigarh College of Architecture, Chandigarh 4. Department of Architecture, NIT Tiruchirapalli 5. Department of Architecture, NIT Calicut 6. Department of Architecture, BIT, Mersa 7. R V School of Architecture, RVCE, Bangalore 8. Sinhgad College of Architecture 9. Rizvi College of Architecture (RCA) 10. School of Planning and Architecture For more colleges, kindly refer the link below: https://engineering.shiksha.com/architecture-colleges-in-india-categorypage-2-60-1-0-0-1-1-2-0-none-1-0 Hope this helps. Click on the thumbs up or mark it as the best, if you found this useful. Wish you Luck!

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