TIU School of Architecture: Aiming To Reach The Pinnacle Of Imparting Worldclass Architecture Education
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In order to develop architecture education in India, many domain experts believe that it is important to develop architecture education as a multidisciplinary platform where students can hone their skills while expressing themselves at the same time. Acknowledging this, TIU School of Architecture was established with a mission to impart outcome-based education that meets future architectural demands as well as offer professional excellence in design and architecture for the benefit of the society. The college aims to provide a conducive, creative and valuerich ambiance to transform the students with high ethical values, professional qualities and leadership skills to face any real-time challenges. Owing to the quality of their education, TIU School of Architecture has been able to make impressive strides in the Indian architecture education space within a short span of time.
To cater to the varied requirements of their students, TIU School has created a comprehensive program portfolio that includes Bachelors of Architecture program, Masters in Architecture program and a PhD program as well. TIU School of Architecture strives to offer quality education to students from all walks of life. And the scholarships offered by the institute to the students include: Bharat Ratna Shri Pranab Mukherjee Merit Scholarship (Merit Based), Aikyasree scholarship ( Muslim, Sikh, Jain), Swami vivekananda Scholarship ( Merit Based), Oasis scholarship (SC/ST/OBC - Only for West Bengal), Kanyasree Scholarship (K2 -Girls Student- West Bengal), .E Kalyan Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC - Outside West Bengal-Jharkhand), Post Matric Scholarship (Bihar - SC/ ST/OBC), National Scholarship ( Open for all -Single Girl Child), Chief Minister relief fund (Merit based), and Student Credit Card Scheme (Collateral security free loan for students of West Bengal).
TIU School of Architecture was established in 2013 and ever since its inception, the institute stood out from the rest through its unique teaching techniques. The institute's vision is to be the most preferred architecture education destination producing futuristic, globally competitive and socially responsible professional architects who is proficient to exert in multicultural global milieu with ethical persuasiveness and entrepreneurial drive. The institute strives to foster creative spirit in their students to evolve as innovative citizens, through dedication and innovation in their training. Apart from that, the college also strives for continuous improvement and improved conviction in human values.
Apart from top-notch education, the college has state of the art infrastructure that is coupled with application-oriented training to make their students ready for the global market. Outside normal classroom lectures and practical training, students at the institute are given ample opportunities to meet, interact and learn from industry experts through various online and offline seminars and workshops. The faculty at the institute is also given regular training and faculty development programs so that they are abreast with the latest changes in the architecture and design domain. TIU has tie-ups with Coursera and the faculty of the institute can do various paid Coursera courses owing to this collaboration.
Adding more about the uniqueness of the institute, Prof. Alivia Mondal, In Charge, School of Architecture, Techno India University, West Bengal, "œThe opportunity to learn and train under pioneering batch mentors and having the opportunity to participate in national architecture and design competitions help our students to realize their true potential while at the same time remaining motivated to strive for consistent improvement. Our expert faculty members guide the students and the regular mock tests we conduct allows the students to understand their weaknesses and strengths. Over the years, we have shown the potential to be one of the best architecture colleges in the region and that is owing to our commitment to never compromise on the quality of our education. Apart from the normal curriculum, we have added relevant subjects as well as other additions to our curriculum. This is done in order to equip our students with the needed skills required to thrive in the modern world. We also conduct foreign language courses to the students so that our students will be able to adapt to studying or working in foreign countries in much efficient manner".
The college has included unique and innovative teaching pedagogies like peer reviews, and learning by doing into their classrooms to ensure that their students are offered the best opportunity to develop their skills. TIU School of Architecture also has a unique initiative called entrepreneurship skill development ESD which encourages the students to become job givers rather than job seekers. While talking more about how TIU School of Architecture ensures the holistic development and professional success of their students, Prof.
"Evolving with the changing scenarios, TIU School of Architecture acknowledges that adaptive education is the key to success going forward"
Alivia, "œWe are an institute that prioritizes on the holistic development of our students and the awards and accolades our students have won both in academic and non-academic events acts as a testament for this. We hosted ZONASA in 2019, which is the largest symposium organized by architecture colleges in India. Apart from that, our students have been part of various national and international workshops as well. Our students do mandatory internships in order to gain valuable practical experience and build professional networks. We have an independent placement cell that invites companies to our institute for campus placements. Some of our alumni are working for world-class companies both inside and outside the country as of now and they are setting great examples for our ongoing students to follow".
Evolving with the changing scenarios, TIU School of Architecture acknowledges that adaptive education is the key to success going forward. For the future, the college strives to offer improved application-oriented education to the students and develop into front runners in technology adaption as well as innovation in the architecture education domain. At the same time, the institute is working on various industrial and institutional collaborations to take the quality of their education to greater heights.
To cater to the varied requirements of their students, TIU School has created a comprehensive program portfolio that includes Bachelors of Architecture program, Masters in Architecture program and a PhD program as well. TIU School of Architecture strives to offer quality education to students from all walks of life. And the scholarships offered by the institute to the students include: Bharat Ratna Shri Pranab Mukherjee Merit Scholarship (Merit Based), Aikyasree scholarship ( Muslim, Sikh, Jain), Swami vivekananda Scholarship ( Merit Based), Oasis scholarship (SC/ST/OBC - Only for West Bengal), Kanyasree Scholarship (K2 -Girls Student- West Bengal), .E Kalyan Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC - Outside West Bengal-Jharkhand), Post Matric Scholarship (Bihar - SC/ ST/OBC), National Scholarship ( Open for all -Single Girl Child), Chief Minister relief fund (Merit based), and Student Credit Card Scheme (Collateral security free loan for students of West Bengal).
A Notch Above The Rest
TIU School of Architecture was established in 2013 and ever since its inception, the institute stood out from the rest through its unique teaching techniques. The institute's vision is to be the most preferred architecture education destination producing futuristic, globally competitive and socially responsible professional architects who is proficient to exert in multicultural global milieu with ethical persuasiveness and entrepreneurial drive. The institute strives to foster creative spirit in their students to evolve as innovative citizens, through dedication and innovation in their training. Apart from that, the college also strives for continuous improvement and improved conviction in human values.
Apart from top-notch education, the college has state of the art infrastructure that is coupled with application-oriented training to make their students ready for the global market. Outside normal classroom lectures and practical training, students at the institute are given ample opportunities to meet, interact and learn from industry experts through various online and offline seminars and workshops. The faculty at the institute is also given regular training and faculty development programs so that they are abreast with the latest changes in the architecture and design domain. TIU has tie-ups with Coursera and the faculty of the institute can do various paid Coursera courses owing to this collaboration.
Adding more about the uniqueness of the institute, Prof. Alivia Mondal, In Charge, School of Architecture, Techno India University, West Bengal, "œThe opportunity to learn and train under pioneering batch mentors and having the opportunity to participate in national architecture and design competitions help our students to realize their true potential while at the same time remaining motivated to strive for consistent improvement. Our expert faculty members guide the students and the regular mock tests we conduct allows the students to understand their weaknesses and strengths. Over the years, we have shown the potential to be one of the best architecture colleges in the region and that is owing to our commitment to never compromise on the quality of our education. Apart from the normal curriculum, we have added relevant subjects as well as other additions to our curriculum. This is done in order to equip our students with the needed skills required to thrive in the modern world. We also conduct foreign language courses to the students so that our students will be able to adapt to studying or working in foreign countries in much efficient manner".
Holistic Development Is The Key
The college has included unique and innovative teaching pedagogies like peer reviews, and learning by doing into their classrooms to ensure that their students are offered the best opportunity to develop their skills. TIU School of Architecture also has a unique initiative called entrepreneurship skill development ESD which encourages the students to become job givers rather than job seekers. While talking more about how TIU School of Architecture ensures the holistic development and professional success of their students, Prof.
"Evolving with the changing scenarios, TIU School of Architecture acknowledges that adaptive education is the key to success going forward"
Alivia, "œWe are an institute that prioritizes on the holistic development of our students and the awards and accolades our students have won both in academic and non-academic events acts as a testament for this. We hosted ZONASA in 2019, which is the largest symposium organized by architecture colleges in India. Apart from that, our students have been part of various national and international workshops as well. Our students do mandatory internships in order to gain valuable practical experience and build professional networks. We have an independent placement cell that invites companies to our institute for campus placements. Some of our alumni are working for world-class companies both inside and outside the country as of now and they are setting great examples for our ongoing students to follow".
Evolving with the changing scenarios, TIU School of Architecture acknowledges that adaptive education is the key to success going forward. For the future, the college strives to offer improved application-oriented education to the students and develop into front runners in technology adaption as well as innovation in the architecture education domain. At the same time, the institute is working on various industrial and institutional collaborations to take the quality of their education to greater heights.