Architecture
means the art and science of designing buildings and other physical structures.
However, over the past few years the concept has changed into a wholly
different form or appearance from dealing in urban design and landscape
architecture to construction of furniture.
COURSES
Aspiring
architects need either a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (BArch) or Diploma
in Architecture. The basic eligibility criterion for BArch courses is class XII
or equivalent, from a recognised board/university with a minimum of 50% in
science subjects (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics). Besides, the candidate
needs to clear an architecture entrance examination. These days at the
undergraduate level, architecture students are also given an overview of areas
related to architecture - such as urban
or rural planning, interior design, urban design, transport planning, landscape
design, urban or building conservation, design of sustainable buildings,
construction management, architecture theory, history and pedagogy, etc.
Besides educational qualifications, a person should possess observation skills,
creativity, analytical and mathematical ability etc. to succeed as an architect.
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Specialisations such as building sciences, building material
engineering, project management, urban planning, urban design, landscape
architecture, environment planners, software related disciplines have emerged in this field and are more
lucrative.
