B.Arch: Program Specific FAQs

A: In India, the architectural profession is regulated by the Council of Architecture (CoA), which was established by Parliament through the Architects Act, 1972.  Professional architects can build careers as independently practicing architects, as architects working within architectural firms, as academics focused on teaching and research, or within non-governmental organizations.

A: Postgraduate opportunities include advanced architecture design,  all planning and allied fields, specialized fields such as landscape architecture, urban design, urban/town planning, interior design, architectural conservation and regeneration, architectural history, theory and criticism, other design fields such as product and furniture design,  as well as degrees in fields like project management, law, business, real estate development, sociology, anthropology, social work, education, and public policy.

A: This is a five-year-long program that leads up to the award of the B. Arch. degree.  It equips students with the competencies necessary for being effective professional architects and exposes them to the aesthetic, technical, social, political, and ethical dimensions of the built environment.  Though the B. Arch degree is sufficient for professional registration with the CoA, many architects pursue postgraduate and doctoral studies.  When doing this, one can continue focusing on architecture, concentrate on fields such as architectural conservation or urban design, or shift to allied professions such as urban planning or construction management.

A: Bachelor of Architecture

A: Being a University recognized by (UGC) University Grants Commission under section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956, CEPT University is authorized to initiate and continue courses with the approval of its Board of Management.  While CEPT University remains committed to pursuing and receiving all necessary statutory approvals/accreditations, the University is not obligated to acquire any non-statutory approvals.

A: No, as prescribed by Council of Architecture you will need a higher secondary education with PCM subjects or 10+3 Diploma of any stream with Mathematics as a compulsory subject to be eligible to apply for B. Arch

A: Yes, 10+3 Diploma  of any stream with Mathematics as a compulsory subject are eligible to apply.

A: Please see the Admission Procedure on B. Arch Admission Information on the website.

A: No, there is no separate entrance for B.Arch at CEPT.

A: No, for more information check the eligibility on the B. Arch Admission Information on the website.

A: CEPT Career Office offers handholding support to all graduating students about possible career opportunities as well as facilitates on and off-campus placement activities. The career office also organizes regular workshops and programs to enhance graduate employability and to expand career horizons.

A: You will have to apply at: http://admissions.cept.ac.in