B.Architecture (1st to 5th Year)

🏛️ Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) – 5-Year Program Overview

The Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) is a 5-year full-time professional degree program that blends art, science, technology, and social responsibility to shape tomorrow’s built environment. It prepares students to become licensed architects, creative thinkers, problem solvers, and leaders in the world of design and construction.

This program is approved by the Council of Architecture (COA), India, and includes classroom learning, studio-based training, site visits, internships, and a final thesis project.

🗓️ Year-wise Curriculum Breakdown

📘 1st Year – Foundation of Architecture

Objective: Build core fundamentals in design, drawing, creativity, and communication.

  • Architectural Design Studio I & II

  • Basic Design Principles & Theory of Design

  • Architectural Graphics & Drawing

  • Building Construction Techniques (Basics)

  • History of Architecture – Ancient to Medieval

  • Introduction to Structural Mechanics

  • Environmental Studies

  • Workshops on Material Exploration

  • Visual Arts, Geometry & Model-Making

Skills Developed:
Freehand sketching, visual thinking, observation, creativity, and architectural vocabulary.

📗 2nd Year – Understanding Structures and Spaces

Objective: Develop spatial awareness, understand materials, and analyze simple structures.

  • Architectural Design Studio III & IV

  • Building Construction – Materials & Components

  • History of Architecture – Medieval to Colonial

  • Structural Design – Load-bearing & RCC

  • Climatology & Environmental Science

  • Building Services I (Water Supply, Sanitation)

  • Surveying & Site Analysis

  • Computer-Aided Design (AutoCAD, SketchUp)

  • Interior Space Planning Basics

Skills Developed:
Conceptual design, construction detailing, climate-responsive design, and drafting proficiency.

📙 3rd Year – Context, Culture, and Technology

Objective: Combine design thinking with social, cultural, and technological contexts.

  • Architectural Design Studio V & VI

  • Building Construction – Advanced Methods

  • Building Services II (Electrical, HVAC)

  • Structural Systems – Steel & Concrete

  • History of Contemporary Architecture

  • Theory of Architecture & Design Philosophies

  • Landscape Architecture

  • Urban Design & City Planning Introduction

  • Working Drawings & Detailing

  • Software Skills: Revit, Rhino, Lumion

Skills Developed:
Understanding complex structures, service integration, sustainable design, and working drawings.

📒 4th Year – Practical Exposure & Urban Engagement

Objective: Apply architectural education in real-world practice and urban environments.

  • Architectural Design Studio VII

  • Advanced Urban Design & Housing

  • Building Bye-laws & Legal Aspects

  • Professional Practice & Project Management

  • Interior Architecture

  • Specification Writing & Estimation

  • Sustainable & Green Building Design

  • Electives (Parametric Design, Heritage Conservation, Smart Cities)

🔨 Internship / Practical Training (6 months – mandatory COA requirement)
Students work in registered architecture firms, gaining on-site experience in projects, client handling, drawings, and execution.

Skills Developed:
Client communication, site management, project execution, and professional exposure.

📕 5th Year – Specialization and Thesis

Objective: Demonstrate mastery through a self-directed design research project (Thesis).

  • Architectural Design Studio VIII

  • Thesis Project (Individual research + design output)

  • Urban Issues & Contemporary Theories

  • Project Management & Professional Ethics

  • Seminar on Emerging Architectural Trends

  • Entrepreneurship in Architecture

  • Dissertation & Research Methodologies

  • Portfolio Development for Career/PG

Skills Developed:
Independent thinking, advanced research, innovation in design, communication, and presentation.

🎯 Program Highlights

  • Blend of design, technology, humanities, and sustainability

  • Strong emphasis on studio culture and practical learning

  • Site visits, workshops, and guest lectures by industry professionals

  • Mandatory internship in 4th year for hands-on learning

  • Final Thesis Project in 5th year to showcase individual expertise

🏆 Career Opportunities After B.Arch

  • Licensed Architect (after COA registration)

  • Urban Planner / Town Planner

  • Landscape Architect

  • Interior Designer

  • Architectural Visualizer

  • Set Designer / Exhibition Designer

  • Green Building Consultant / Sustainability Expert

  • Faculty or Researcher

  • Entrepreneur / Design Firm Founder

  • Higher Studies: M.Arch / Urban Design / Planning / Construction Mgmt / Real Estate / AI & Design Integration