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Architecture as carrer at glance

   

Architecture is the study which deals with planning and designing of building and structures. Architects are involved in designing a variety of structures such as hous­es, apartments and colonies, offices and industrial com­plexes, hospitals, hotels, airport terminals, stadia, shop­ping and commercial complexes, schools, etc. They pro­vide professional services to individuals and organisations not only regarding new constructions but also for alter­ations and renovations. Further specialisation in the field can be in industrial design, urban design, landscape archi­tecture, town planning etc. These postgraduate courses are open to BArch degree/diploma holders

Emoluments depend on the type of employment oppor­tunity taken up. Private consultancy in architecture can fetch the highest returns. As a starter one can expect a salary of Rs 20,000 per month and in two-three years, about Rs 40,000 per month

Skills required to become an architect

Understanding people’s needs is at the core of the profession

An aspirant should be a creative artist with an interest & bent towards designing

Ability to sketch free hand plan is beneficial while explaining intricate details of the structure to clients

How do I get there?

Anyone who has studied physics, mathematics & chemistry at the 12th standard can apply for admission. B.Arch is a five year program & most schools and colleges select student through written test. On completion of bachelor’s program one can study architecture at post graduate level

Institutes & Urls

School of Planning & Architecture – www.spa.ac.in

CEPT University, Centre for Environmental Planning & Technology, Ahemdabad – www.cept.ac.in

Amity School of Architecture & Planning – www.amity.edu

 Pros & Cons of Architecture Profession

Allows you to stay young as every project is a new learning

Allows one to live dreams through designs

Get to travel a lot

Profession does not really allow for flexibility or part time work from home options

Not a regular nine-five job

 

   
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