Architecture Entrance Exam

A career in Architecture is attractive, lucrative, and has lots of potential in terms of development. The architectural degree is designed in such a way so that it fulfills the educational component of professional certifying bodies. 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. Placements:-
Ameen Mirza B.Arch Batch 2014-2019) got placed with a package of INR 348000 annually in Qatar Design Consortium- a leading Consulting firm offering high-quality services in Architecture, Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management / Supervision, Environmental Engineering, and Management Consultancy. Manoj Sikhakolli B.Arch Batch 2014-2019) has been placed for internship in Benz and Zeigler, Germany with a package of INR 713616 annually. Benz and Zeigler have worked like Redevelopment City Centre, Laupheim, Germany in its project list. Anushka Sharma B.Arch Batch 2014-2019) has been placed for an internship in Dharamalya institute of compassionate living. Didi Contractor- a Renowned architect and a Lifetime Achievement Awardee, specializing in traditional eco-friendly earthen construction methods of the Himalayas is one of the key advisors of the institute.

Definitely Mriganka, it is compulsory to qualify NATA exam for architecture course. NATA is conducted to assess the aptitude for Architecture. The cognitive skills, visual perception and aesthetic sensitivity tests, logical reasoning and critical thinking ability, etc. Are measured to SEE whether the applicant is fit for the job or not. There are many universities that offer B.Arch but I would share the details of the course from LPU. 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. Everything about faculty is mentioned in the website. Its said Architects shape the future of the building environment, from buildings to neighborhoods to cities to regions and LPU shapes the architects. 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 he 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 upto 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. Hope you will find this information useful.