GITAM School of Architecture, Visakhapatnam

For B.Arch program the fee structure of GITAM School of Architecture Visakhapatnam is for the first year INR 2,90,000/- Only. According to current exchange rates, the total fees for the entire five year program totals up to INR 14.5 lakhs. It should be noted that the fees structure does differ slightly from the above depending on the batch and other considerations. For instance, some students have suggested that they pay as low as INR 2.84 lakh per annum. The college also has hostels, the fees structure ranges between one hundred and thirty-three thousand seven hundred to one hundred and sixty-three thousand seven hundred. Admission fee: INR 21,000. Caution deposit: INR 10,000.

GITAM School of Architecture, Visakhapatnam, has a decent placement record for M.Arch. However, architecture placements are quite different from streams such as engineering. So, most students end up working in architectural firms, design consultancies, and construction companies. The institute itself does make provisions for campus placement. Still, most architecture students are hired due to an internship or project-based work exposure that finally transmutes into a full-time job. The package differs for M.Arch graduates, and some are reported to get packages in the range of INR 3-6 LPA. Architectural firms and construction companies are the most prominent recruiters. For the sake of studying further, getting professional licensing or for international exposure would be the most productive step.

The average package for M.Arch students at GITAM School of Architecture, Visakhapatnam would be around INR 3.5 to INR 6 lakhs per annum. Again this can depend on portfolio, internships and all other skills and the one offering the package. The top architectural firms and design studios recruit at the very top level with average packages going up based on individual expertise and project experience. While entry-level architectural salaries for fresh graduates are considered average, the salaries increase at a very high rate as architects gain experience, become specialized in various niches, and gain reputations in the profession. Additionally, further certification or software skills may enhance prospects for salaries.

GITAM School of Architecture, Visakhapatnam, offers a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in architecture and design. The below are the most relevant courses offered: 1. B.Arch (Bachelor of architecture): A five year full-time graduate program with emphasis on architectural design, planning, and sustainable practices. 2. M.Arch in Sustainable Architecture: A two-year postgraduate program that focuses mainly on sustainable building practices, energy-efficient design, and environmental management. 3. PhD in Architecture: for those interested in architecture and its research scope,GITAM imparts a doctoral program in several specialisations of architectural studies and sustainable development The courses include all aspects of architecture ranging from structural design to environmental impact, planning for the city, and sustainability.