CEPT University Celebrates 19th Convocation, 644 Students Graduate Across Diverse Disciplines
CEPT University celebrated its 19th Annual Convocation, conferring degrees on 644 students. The ceremony also marked a milestone with the graduation of the inaugural batches in 'Urban Housing' and 'Architecture Tectonics.'
CEPT University Celebrates 19th Convocation
CEPT University celebrated its 19th Annual Convocation, where 644 students received their degrees, including 398 postgraduates, 244 undergraduates, and two Doctor of Philosophy recipients. The graduating class featured 205 students from the Faculty of Architecture, 105 from the Faculty of Design, 11 from the Faculty of Management, 168 from the Faculty of Planning, and 155 from the Faculty of Technology. Additionally, 45 meritorious students were honoured with University Awards of Proficiency for their exceptional academic accomplishments.
Dr. Ajay Shah, a distinguished academician and Professor at the National Institute of Public Finance and Policy (NIPFP), along with his role as Senior Research Fellow and Co-founder of the XKDR Forum, graced the ceremony as the Chief Guest. The student procession, led by Sanjay Lalbhai, Chairman; Prof. Barjor Mehta, President; and Chief Guest Dr. Ajay Shah, entered the iconic Shrenikbhai Plaza, adorned in traditional off-white and beige attire with vibrant stoles. The procession was met with enthusiastic cheers from families and guests, marking a memorable moment in the celebration.
CEPT University 19th Convocation 2024
Candidates can check the table to know the number of graduates in different subjects:
| Subjects |
Total Graduates |
|---|---|
| Total Number of Graduates |
644 |
| PG Students |
398 |
| UG Students |
244 |
| Doctor of Philosophy degrees |
2 |
| Graduates from Faculty of Architecture |
205 |
| Graduates from Faculty of Design |
105 |
| Graduates from Faculty of Management |
11 |
| Graduates from Faculty of Planning |
168 |
| Graduates from Faculty of Technology |
155 |
| University Awards of Proficiency |
45 |
Inaugural Graduating Cohorts in ‘Urban Housing’ and ‘Architecture Tectonics’
This Convocation marks a milestone with the graduation of the first cohorts from two new programs. Nineteen students earned their Master's in Urban Housing, addressing the demand for architect-led solutions in the commercial housing sector, while 19 students graduated with a Master's in Architecture Tectonics, a studio-based program focused on materials and construction systems.
Prof. Barjor Mehta, President of CEPT University, welcomed the gathering and congratulated the graduates, highlighting the significance of the inaugural cohorts in the Master's in Housing Design and Master's in Architectural Tectonics programs. He emphasised the programs' relevance to industry needs, from innovative housing solutions to integrating design and construction. Prof. Mehta encouraged graduates to stay connected with the University and assured them of its ongoing support.
In his Convocation address, Chief Guest Dr. Ajay Shah drew upon Greek philosophy, urging students to reflect on the deeper meaning of their lives and their contributions to the world. He emphasized that this moment marks the start of a long journey, encouraging introspection, challenging assumptions, and seeking purpose beyond personal ambition. Dr. Shah urged graduates to focus on contributing to something greater than themselves.
The social scene at CEPT University is vibrant, engaging and active. The University organises music concerts, hands-on workshops, print and graphic workshops, sports contest, debate and quiz competition. CEPT University has several student clubs, departmental and cultural clubs. The Student Campus Activities Unit of the Student Services Office provides leadership and volunteer opportunities.
The admission procedure and assessment criteria are the same for national, international, and sponsored candidates until and unless specifically mentioned otherwise. The whole evaluation procedure is online. It is compulsory to appear for all the stages of evaluation of the admission process. The checklist of the process is mentioned below:
- Stage 1 – Eligibility Check and Shortlist
- Stage 2 – Prequalifying stage of applicants to be selected for Stage 3
- Stage 3 – Evaluation through Internal academic assessment
- Stage 4 – Preparation of Merit List
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No, CEPT University does not offer MBA. However, it offers Master's in Urban Management (MUM) under the faculty of Management. The university offers entrance-based admission and has a total of 40 seats. Candidates seeking admission to MBA must have a Bachelor's degree with 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for reserved category candidates) in any stream from and have five years of work experience. Further, candidates must appear and score well in the exam accepted ande conducted by the university such as MAT/CAT/CMAT and CEPT.