School of Architecture CMR University Mahadevpura Bangalore Answered Questions

The School of Architecture at CMR University offers the courses such as:- _Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch)_: A 5-year undergraduate program… - _Master of Architecture (M.Arch)_: Graduate programme taking 2 years with options to specializations in: - Urban Design - Landscape Architecture - Sustainable Architecture - _Ph. D. in Architecture_: A research based doctoral programme - _Certificate courses_: While sectors such as Interior Design, Landscape Design, and Building Information Modelling (BIM) It is also wise to check with the university since the school may offer other related courses or other specialisation at the time of writing this.

The competition rate for admission in to the School of Architecture of the CMR University is moderate. The university considers several factors, including: - Marks attained in National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) - The admission criteria for students are the JEE Main scores. - Marks obtained in Class 12th board exams - Personal interview The candidates are also required to fulfill the-age criterion, qualification which include minimum 50% marks in 12th Class examination and passing qualification mark in NATA. This also implies that the university has a limited intakes that means the admission for new students is very competitive. However, the students having better academic records & good NATA scores can get an opportunity to join these universities.

After completing B.Arch from School of Architecture, CMR University, job opportunities include: 1. Architectural Designer/Consultant 2. Urban Planner 3. Interior Designer 4. Landscape Architect 5. Construction Manager 6. BIM is an abbreviation for Building Information Modelling and this candidate will specialize in this area. 7. Sustainability Consultant 8. Architectural Visualizer 9. Interior Space Planner 10. PSU, Municipal Corporation and other Government sector Jobs Graduates can work in: - Architecture firms - Construction companies - Government agencies - Real estate developers - Interior design firms - Urban planning organizations They also can continue with the master degree (M.Arch, M. Urban Planning) or even set up their practice. Placements are attained through the help of the university’s industry relations and the placement cell.

School of Architecture, CMR University, accepts the following entrance exam scores for admission to B.Arch: 1. NATA or National Aptitude Test in Architecture 2. JEE Main Paper 2 ( B.Arch / B. Planning) 3. Under Graduate Entrance Test for Engineering and Medical and Dental Colleges of Karnataka. 4. CEC (Combined Entrance Commerce) Cutoff marks & other eligibilities set by University should be followed by the candidate. In furthering their education, students have to be Class 12 pass outs with a minimum of 50 % marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and English as compulsory subject.

School of Architecture CMR University has an application fee of INR 1,000 for the B.Arch programme. This fee is non-refundable and must be made at the university’s website online. Also, candidates may be required to deposit INR 50,000 registration charges which will be adjusted towards the first semester / term fee for those candidates who get selected. Travel costs should be considered.

Of course it is possible to join the School of Architecture, CMR University, for the Ph.D. without being compelled to sit for CMRUAT (CMR University Admission Test). The university accepts external entrance exams like:The university accepts external entrance exams like: - UGC-NET - CSIR-NET - GATE - SLET - JRF If you have a valid score in any of these exams you have the option to directly apply for a Ph.D. course. Nevertheless, you are required to pass through the university’s interview and other admission requirements as well. For the specifics of what is required or exempted, it is advisable to contact the respective university at any one time as some of these may change with time.

There is no course that can be said to be the ‘best’ as such a course mainly depends on the inclination of the learner as well as their career path that they wish to follow. However, the School of Architecture, CMR University, is renowned for its: 1. B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture)- a five year programme, where emphasis is laid on design, sustainable design and technology. 2. M.Arch (Master of Architecture) – a 2-year full time programme with available areas of specialisation were Sustainable Architecture, Urban design and Landscape architecture. Both the programmes are popular in the industry and academic circles, focused on skill development, research and innovation. This puts the programs offered at the university into value and the faculty members there, the infrastructure and the geographical location in Bangalore.

Top recruiters for Ph.D. graduates at School of Architecture, CMR University, include:1. Architectural firms: Mr. Mohammed Hafeez Contractor, MD & CEO RMZ Corporation & DDG Brigade Group. 2. Research institutions: There are two such universities in India, one of them is the IISc or the Indian Institute of Science the second one is the NIAS or the National Institute of Advanced Studies. 3. Academia: We have chosen RV College of Architecture, BMS College of Architecture and CMR University as the three key universities in Bangalore. 4. Government agencies: The government of Karnataka state, India’s public works department and urban development department. 5. Private companies: Other such organizations that are a part of the industry are Infosys, IBM, HCL (but not for architecture jobs). These organisation source employment for their members for example, as research fellows, faculty, full time and part time positions and industry positions and they offer good salaries and chances to be promoted.

 School of Architecture, CMR University, could be said to be in the higher fee rank. The fee structure of B.Arch and M.Arch are 2-3 Lacs per annum whereas fee structure of Ph.D. programme is from 1. 5-2. 5 Lacs per annum. There are other expenses like lodging expenses or hostel fees, canteen fees, cost of materials may cost between rupees one to two Lacs per annum. However, the university provides scholarship and financial assistance to the deserving students so as to minimize the monetary pressure. One must also consider cost with relation to quality of education and openings in the job market.

The School of Architecture in CMR University offers a five-year course in Bachelor of Architecture also known as B.Arch and it is the best course offered in the facility. The information in this programme prepares the students to be able to sit for the architects licensing exam. Some of the areas that are taken under the curriculum include architectural design, city planning, landscape architecture and construction.