Bachelor’s in Architecture Degree Course is a 5 year full time degree programme conducted over 10 semesters. The Institute follows the syllabus prescribed by University of Mumbai.
The programme is divided into two parts – A (semesters I to VI) & B (semesters VII to X). A student is required to complete Part A (semesters I to VI) within a period of 5 years from the date of starting. A student is not allowed to give the examinations in Part B without having completed and passed all internals and examinations in Part A.
Minimum instructional hours: 5 days a week, 6.5 hours a day.
To have acquired a comprehensive understanding of Architecture and allied fields as a system of life-long learning and inquiry and to be able to contribute to its evolution through a critical understanding of existing systems leading to innovative design solutions
To have grasped technical, practical and procedural knowledge like structural systems, building services, building regulations and bylaws, material specifications and use, and time and finance management; thereby developing an attitude for entrepreneurship and enterprise creation
To be able to critically analyze problems and effectively recognise and respond to complex real-life systems of social and cultural diversity; through a process of observation, inquiry and exploration; to arrive at contextual, engaging and empathetic design solutions
To effectively practice, operate and reskill oneself with respect to modern ICT and mechanical tools and methods prevalent in the profession
To make an effective and competent team player and leader with humanistic and moral values as well as good written and oral communication skills and to be able to implement a culture of discipline and high standards in all spheres of work
To be able to apply and enforce constitutional, humanistic, ethical value systems, practice responsible global citizenship and shoulder responsibility of the decisions taken to cultivate humane and sustainable practices in the profession
To have acquired adequate knowledge, values and sensitivity in the area of environmental degradation due to the built environment to be able to assess and examine existing systems in the profession with respect to effective water, waste and energy management, and conservation of biodiversity and suggest and implement viable solutions towards long term sustainability