Architecture involves planning, constructing, designing, and maintaining various types of buildings and concrete structures according to specific requirements and aesthetic preferences. The concrete constructions can range from homes and offices to commercial, industrial, and residential complexes. The field of architectural engineering may also encompass structures related to urban planning and development. The following section contains additional information about career opportunities after architecture courses in India and abroad.
In terms of the above-mentioned categories of building structures, the requirements and expectations of today’s architectural world include the following:
- The construction and architectural designs that are stronger and more secure
- Economical
- Designs that are highly impressive and innovative
- Enhanced safety measures
- Elegant and cutting-edge aesthetics
- Enhanced energy efficacy
- Conforming to contemporary lifestyles, comfort, and luxuries
- Environmentally friendly
- Advanced but ecological architectural engineering & designing
The objective of today’s architecture programs is to ensure all the requirements mentioned above are incorporated into the curriculum. Aside from architecture courses, there should be training in other disciplines as well as in the industry and information about current and emerging architectural trends.
Architecture Courses and their selection criteria
B.Arch. (Under graduation)
The B.Arch. degree programme or architecture bachelor degree includes five years of academic study / ten semesters, including a semester of specialized training. The five-year bachelor’s degree program in architecture is divided into two levels.
● During the first stage of the program, students must complete three academic years or six semesters at the institution.
● During the second stage of the program, students complete two years of academics plus four semesters of professional training.
It is recommended that students complete the B.Arch. degree programme within ten semesters, but not more than 14 consecutive semesters from the date of the first enrolment. After completing both stages, candidates are entitled to become registered under the Architects Act, 1972, a mandatory requirement for practising and teaching architecture.
The selection criterion
To be eligible for this course, candidates must meet the following requirements:
An aggregate score of 50% for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in 10+2 and 5+3 diploma exams (with Mathematics as a mandatory subject).
- Passing the NATA/JEE 2 examination
- (Main Paper II — Architecture & Planning)
- Some colleges prefer an aptitude test
- Evaluation through a personal interview.
Career scope after an architecture degree
A well-rounded bachelor’s degree in architecture can lead to a well-paying and fast-progressing career in a variety of settings. Besides these options, a student can also become an independent architect or start an architecture firm. The employment options for architects are vast, including construction companies, urban development companies, public works departments, interior design companies, heritage preservation companies, and media companies.
In addition to construction and urban development, architects erect and decorate a wide variety of buildings, including homes, offices, apartments, industrial facilities, retail malls, hotels, and stadiums. The following job titles and designations are generally available to architects (based on their academic degrees):
● Government job opportunities
It is relatively easy for architecture graduates or post-graduates to find a job in government in departments such as construction, transportation planning, etc.
● Manager of construction and projects
B.Arch. graduates from reputable institutions have a better chance of being hired by project management firms in India and overseas.
● The urban designer
Urban designers are responsible for planning and designing every aspect of a city. They include not only urban buildings, but also public parks, transportation systems, and landscapes.
