Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) is a five years undergraduate program which can be started after 10+2 with minimum 50% marks. This course is designed to produce licensed and professional architects who are authorized to do private constructions and government constructions.

Average fees for this course in government colleges ranges from Rs. 1.5 Lakhs to 2.5 Lakhs and in private institutes it ranges from approx. Rs. 2.5 Lakhs to 5 Lakhs. After the successful completion of this course the students can pursue their career in architecture sector with the average salary range between Rs. 2.5 to Rs. 4.5 LPA.

Architectural study includes the activity of designing models of building, preparing construction’s blue print and other physical structure of any land and building. The increasing demand of constructing shopping malls, flyovers in cities and other commercial complexes can be fulfilled by the role of an architect.

What is course about?

B. Arch. is a technical course study which mainly focuses on the development of the skills which are required to become an Architect. Students learn the process of construction of commercial buildings, malls, complexes, highways construction and civil construction by applying their innovative ideas and analytical skills. It also includes the theory and practice of designing process and as well as the commercial drawing techniques.

What are the skills required and who should opt for this course?

The activities of an Architect are different in each project or assignment but it is enjoyable. Mainly the skills required in this course are drawing skills, analytical skills and constructing skills. It also requires practical skills rather than theoretical skills.

If somebody is fond of doing different kind of activities every time by his/her own then they should opt for this course. As compared to clerical work, this course requires initiative abilities, challenges-accepted attitude and hands-on-work style.

Durations

The duration of this course is five years after 10+2 or equivalent with minimum 50% marks in aggregate.

Best colleges to pursue B.Arch. course

ü  Centre For Environmental Planning & Technology

ü  Chandigarh College Of Architecture

ü  Jadavpur University

ü  Rai University

ü  School Of Planning & Architecture

ü  Sir J.J.College Of Architecture

ü  TVB School Of Habitat Studies

Aspirants seeking admission to 5 year Full-time B.Arch Program should have passed in 10+2 examination in relevant stream from a recognized board.