Architecture involves the art and practice of planning, designing, and erecting buildings and other physical structures including eco-homes, office buildings, opera halls, stadiums, and everything in between, and the three primary tenets of architectural design are usefulness, safety, and aesthetics. For this reason, structures aren't always just homes or locations to store things; they may also be pieces of art that draw visitors from all over the world. Architecture shares its concepts with other academic fields like construction, engineering, graphic design, user experience design, and the arts.

Study modules in an architecture course will include topics such as the science of design, design structures, landscape architecture, and 3D designs. Modules will also include programmes like Computer-Aided Design (CAD), which aids in the organisation, analysis, and optimisation of design work.

Students pursuing a degree in Architecture will learn all about design principles and how to put them into practice. While addressing the needs and expectations of the client, one will learn how to explore and express their creativity and become an expert in building design by learning how to use texture, colour, contrast, lighting, and many other elements. In addition, students will learn about topics such as Analysis of Contemporary Architecture, City Design and Development, Urban Design Policy, Residential Design, and Green Construction, etc.

Study levels:

Candidates with an eye for aesthetics, practicality, and longevity can opt for a course in Architecture which is offered by colleges and universities in India and abroad at the undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level via degrees, certificates and diplomas. These include:

• Bachelor of Science in Architecture
• Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies
• Bachelor in Architecture
• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture
• Bachelor of Architecture (Honours)
• Bachelor's Degree in Fundamentals of Architecture
• Bachelor of Arts in Architecture
• Bachelor of Architecture in Architecture
• Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Architectural Design
• Bachelor in Architecture and Urban Design
• Master of Arts in Interior and Spatial design
• Master of Architectural Science
• Master of Science in Advanced Architectural Design
• Master of Science in Architecture and Urban Design
• Master of Science in Architecture
• Masters of Architecture
• Master of Arts in Arts and Culture: History of Architecture and Town Planning
• Master of Arts in Architecture
• Master in Architecture
• Master in Applied Design in Architecture
• Master of Science in Architecture, Building and Planning
• Post Graduate Diploma / Certificates
• Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture

Specialisations:

At the postgraduate level, students will be given more opportunities to focus on their interests, choosing one or more architecture topics on which to focus. The possible specializations will vary depending on the institution and some common options include:

• Architectural Design
• Architectural Engineering
• Architectural History
• Architectural Technology
• Commercial Architecture
• Green Building Design
• Industrial Architecture
• Interior Architecture
• Landscape Architecture
• Urban Design & Planning

Employability:

Contrary to first impressions, there are many different types of careers in architecture. Many practising architects opt to work for themselves as independent contractors or as partners in a partnership.

Architecture occupations can offer a highly varied workload, depending on the architecture disciplines that one chooses to specialise in. Graduates can decide to concentrate on home construction, develop a speciality in commercial design, work on huge public projects, or simultaneously serve a number of smaller clients.

Job roles include:

• Architectural and Engineering Manager
• Architectural management
• Architectural planning
• Building surveyor
• Civil engineer
• Construction and Business Inspector
• Construction architect
• Construction manager
• Drafter
• Historic buildings inspector
• Industrial designer
• Interior and Spatial designer
• Landscape architect
• Production designer
• Surveying and Mapping technician
• Surveyor
• Town planner
• Urban and regional planner