Architecture is the art of designing and manufacture of buildings. Those individuals who practice this art form are known as Architects. Architects are not only concerned with just the designing of the exterior and interior design of a building but also for making the surroundings more eye catching. Architecture involves the coordination of the latest techniques in construction available along with the correct blending on light and shadows to erect buildings. Candidates who have finished their Bachelors degree in architecture with a minimum of 55% marks are eligible to apply for the Master’s course. Many entrance exams are performed by individual universities for the admittance of interested candidates into this course.

List of Postgraduate Courses

• Masters in Architecture
• Masters in Planning
• Masters in Design
• Masters in Technology
• Master of Urban and Regional Planning
• Master Program in Building Engineering and Management
• Masters Program in Landscape Architecture.

Career Prospects

Candidates who have completed their course in architecture have many career prospects. They can find jobs in both the private and public sectors. Students of architecture can find employment in government organizations like the state and central work departments, city development authorities and the municipalities in addition to housing and urban development corporations and state housing boards. Professionals of this field can also get jobs in teaching institutions. They can also work as consultants or find jobs in private architectural firms, development firms etc. Candidates can also start their own practices with some years of experience in this area.  Candidates can start their career as trainees under established architects. Their starting salary will be approximately 10000 - 12000 per month. With more experience and skill in the field, they can earn as much as Rs.15000 – Rs. 20000 for each month. The salary of architects who work in the private sector is more compared to those employed in government sectors. Those who work as consultants can charge as much as 4 to 10 % of the entire price of construction. This is applicable in the situation of multi storied buildings and luxury apartments.