Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) | TU

Overview

Ancient people used to demonstrate their culture, tradition, and religion with the help of architecture. Archeologists study the ruins of this architecture to understand ancient civilizations. If we have to define architecture, we can perceive it as a skill or method to create different types of designs and drawings that are related to construction. The methods to pass down the knowledge of architecture have evolved with the advancement of human society. Presently, many institutes have established a program on architecture to In the current era, various programs on architecture have been established to hand over the knowledge and proficiency of architecture to the new generation.

IOE commenced the Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) program under Tribhuvan University in 1995 AD. At present, there are four constituent campuses, and two private colleges are running the B.Arch program. This program enhances the ability of students to visualize complex technical problems associated with the construction sector. In addition to that, it helps students gain the capability to apply sustainable approaches to resolve those problems.
 

Objectives of Bachelor of Architecture

1. To gain broad knowledge and skills in studies and applications of architectural science with technology implications in the construction of aesthetic and contemporary structures.
2. To enhance knowledge horizons with design workshops, study travel, and international exchanges as part of learning experiences.
3. To be able to articulate written and verbal expression of curated representation of design using technical, conceptual, and spatial aspects proficiently.
4. To be able to work with professional engineers and supporting teams in accomplishing the project completion of contract-based construction agreed upon with clients.
    

Program Structure

Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) at TU is a 10-semester ’undergraduate program with a duration of 5 years. Students gain theoretical knowledge about the fundamentals of science and basic principles of architecture in the first year. Likewise, pupils develop their extensive understanding of the core elements of architecture in the second and third years. Learners develop their professional skills and get familiarized with professional tools in their fourth year. They can develop their managerial and project-handling capabilities in their final year. In the pathway to complete this program, pupils develop their understanding of broad perspectives of architecture by delving into various projects. Pupils have to study a total of 50 subjects in the Bachelor of Architecture at TU. Students involve themselves in professional training for one year. During this period, students get familiarized with current norms and practices that are being used in the field of architecture and engineering.
 

Specializations

During the final year of the B.Arch at TU, students are given the opportunity to select one elective subject. Students should select one of these subjects based on their future career plans. The list of elective subjects is as follows:

1. Advance Computer Aided Architectural Graphics
2. Disaster Risk Management
3. Interior Design
4. Low Cost Housing
5. Passive Solar Architecture
    

Admission Requirements in Bachelor of Architecture

Students must graduate from their intermediate-level study from a physical group of science faculty or equivalent. In addition to that, students must pass the IOE entrance exam to enroll in the B.Arch program at TU. After passing the entrance exam, students should apply to colleges that have a B.Arch program affiliated with TU. Following that, each college conducts an exam to select creative and qualified individuals for the B.Arch program in their institution.

Entrance Exam Details
IOE conducts computer-based common entrance exams for bachelor of engineering and bachelor of architecture programs. The full marks for this entrance exam are 100, and the time for this entrance exam is 2 hours. Prospective participants must fulfill all the eligibility criteria mentioned below to take part in this entrance exam:

1. Students must have graduated plus two in science from the physical group or equivalent with a minimum grade of C in physics, mathematics, and chemistry.
2. Students who have completed a diploma offered by CTEVT must have studied physics, math, chemistry, and English in their curriculum and scored at least a grade C or 45% in all of them.
3. Students must fill out the form for the IOE entrance and pay the application fee before applying.

Career and Scope

The Bachelor of Architecture at TU ensures the students get all the essential theoretical knowledge, technical details, and problem-solving ability in the domain of architecture and construction. Pupils can continue their academic journey by enrolling in a master's and PhD program in Nepal or abroad after graduating with a B.Arch from TU. Passout students can explore various job opportunities after completing B.Arch at TU. Some of these job roles are listed below:

1. Architecture Designer: Learners improve their ability to understand the ideas presented and use the principles of architecture while studying the B.Arch program. In this job role, they have to understand the requirements of the clients and express those imaginative ideas in reality by using architectural expressions.

2. Project Manager: Students develop their managerial, leadership, and communication skills during their time at the B.Arch program. Additionally, they also get knowledge on project handling, estimation, and costing. In this job role, they have to scrutinize the necessities of the architectural project, including human resources, materials, and tools. Following that, they have to monitor the ongoing work and ensure those tasks are adhering to the proposed guidelines.

3. Professor: Participants gain a deep understanding of the broader concepts of architecture and its associated subjects while studying B.Arch at TU. After graduating from the B.Arch program at TU, graduates are eligible to tutor the BE and B.Arch students. In this job role, they have to teach students and resolve their queries.

4. Interior Designer: Learners get all the knowledge associated with creating a draft, proposing a framework, and identifying the right materials for the project while completing a B.Arch from TU. In this job role, they have to draft designs, implement changes to existing interior designs, and plan essential spaces.

5. Design Manager: Pupils develop the ability to detect and correct any inconsistencies in plans created by other designers while studying the B.Arch program. In this job role, they have to examine all the architectural designs and drawings. Additionally, they have to ensure those blueprints are as per the requirements of the company and customers.
 

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