Question 1

What is the focus of M.Arch. Program at BSSA?

Accepted Answer

It is an Advanced Architecture Degree Program that focuses on training Professionals to Experiment and develops Innovative Design Strategies to expand the boundaries of conventional Architectural Practice. The Program focuses on specific research domains including the impact of Increasing Urbanisation, Environmental Adaptation and radical Technological Shifts that would affect the Practice of Architecture in the coming decades.

Question 2

What is the focus of B.Arch. Program at BSSA?

Accepted Answer

B.Arch. Program at Balwant Sheth School of Architecture (BSSA) focuses on various modes of architectural education, research and practice. It emphasizes on the ever-changing ethos, behavioral sciences, tools and techniques, and assimilates all in contemporary design expression. The students would be offered holistic exposure and understanding through Art, History, Technology, Architectural Design and Construction process.

Question 3

What are the B.Arch program’s highlights?

Accepted Answer

The B.Arch Program at the Balwant Sheth School of Architecture is approved by the Council of ArchitectureOpens up multiple fields from socio-cultural to management studies Workshops for active and guided learningCreates an appropriate academic environment for honing skillsCreates awareness of climate, culture & socio-economic patternAdapts new concepts & technologies to influence architectural education and profession

Question 4

What are the M.Arch Program’s highlights?

Accepted Answer

The programs at the Balwant Sheth School of Architecture are approved by the Council of ArchitectureAdvance architecture design stream-based studiosDigital prototyping and fabrication workshopsMulti-disciplinary interactive seminarsInternational study programs

Question 5

What are the B.A.(Hons.) IED program’s highlights?

Accepted Answer

The highlights of B.A are as follows:Workshops:Workshops conducted during the Program would enable the student to understand the relation between the Natural and Artificial realms and the Human.Design Studios:Studios explore design principles through design problems involving the unique fundamental framework for Interior Environmental, Design Product and Furniture DesignIndian and International Study Visits:Visits through the program would expose students to various Indian and International sites of historic, heritage and contemporary significance.Advance Computation:Digital Design and Advance Computation courses will engage in desktop making tools to foster familiarity with digital fabrication in the design of the interior environments.Spatial Dynamics:Colour and Light and AcousticsSeminars:These would offer complementary theories to position Interior Environment and Design from a holistic perspective. The Seminars offered in the Program include Humanities, Visual Studies, Elements of Design, Art Appreciation, History of Art and Visual Culture, Theory of Design, Design Research, Traditional and Crafts, Environmental Studies and Professional Practice.Choice of Elective:The skills acquired through the elective modules would strengthen their cognitive and abstraction abilities. They would refine their technical abilities and enrich their theoretical base. Elective Courses offered would include Wood Workshop, Pottery, Painting, Object Art, Photography, Printmaking, Photography, Project Management, Cinema: Process and Product and Journalism.

Question 6

Do IB students have a different process?

Accepted Answer

No, IB Students must follow the same admission procedure.

Question 7

What exactly is the program structure and curriculum for this kind of program?

Accepted Answer

Use this link https://architecture.nmims.edu/docs/b.arch-course-structure-18-19-1-.pdf to find a detailed structure year-wise along with the Curriculum.

Question 8

Does the program include fees of the activities mentioned under the curriculum?

Accepted Answer

Only Tuition fees are included in the program fees. Activities other than academic classes and teaching require additional funding. This depends on the kind of study tour the School undertakes for the students.

Question 9

What are the USPs of the School?

Accepted Answer

The School is well equipped with state-of-the-art classrooms, new age labs and support technological aided teachingPart of the NMIMS Deemed to be University that is one of the top institutes across IndiaPossess a strong team of Teaching Faculty

Question 10

Does the program include fees of the activities mentioned under the curriculum?

Accepted Answer

Only Tuition fees are included in the program fees. Activities other than academic classes and teaching require additional funding. This depends on the kind of study tour the School undertakes for the students.

Question 11

Where can I view the gallery of Student Activities and Workshops?

Accepted Answer

Log on to this link https://architecture.nmims.edu/gallery/ to have a look at the gallery featuring student workshops and activities.

Question 12

Is there a placement cell?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Balwant Sheth School of Architecture has a dedicated placement cell for students.

Question 13

Where can I find other information related to the admission process, fee structure?

Accepted Answer

You will find all information on www.bssa.nmims.edu and www.architecture.nmims.edu

Question 14

What is the focus of the Interior-Environment Program at NMIMS?

Accepted Answer

A variety of core, value-added and multidisciplinary courses are offered through the program to expose the students to areas of art, history, humanities, sociology, film and journalism apart from the core design, technology and professional studies, to create a holistic learning environment and to situate the practice of Interior Design within a larger context.

Category	Details
Established \| Institute Type	2007 \| Private
Recognized by	Council of Architecture
Affiliated to	NMIMS (Deemed to be University), Mumbai
Entrance Exam Accepted for B.Arch	NATA
Courses Offered	UG & PG
Application Mode \| Fees	Offline \| INR 2000 (for B.Arch and B.A Hons.) & INR 2500 (for M.Arch)
Seats Available	120
Facilities Available	Library, Hostel, Studio, Workshops
Official Website	architecture.nmims.edu
Admission Helpdesk	022 2613 4577

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