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Master of Architecture (MArch) - Overview

The Master’s Degree Program in Architecture(Urban Design and Development), accredited by the Council of Architecture, accredited by the Council of Architecture, is a comprehensive two-year, full-time offering from the School of Architecture. This program is meticulously designed to provide students with an extensive exploration of an ecosophical approach to Urbanism. This approach is rooted in a profound comprehension of broader discourses, encompassing environmental, social, political, artistic, and technological dimensions.

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Why choose this course?

Grasp urban intricacies in broader environmental and tech realms

Interdisciplinary learning for enhancing design perspective

Applying theoretical knowledge practically in studio courses

COA-approved, ensuring quality education and professional acknowledgment

Dedicated professionals, shaping architectural prowess

Enlightened urbanism, fostering harmony amid city, nature, and society

What you will learn?

Comprehensive Urban Understanding:

Holistic perspective on urban environments and their interplay with broader discourses.

Methodologies for Urban Analysis:

Techniques for documentation, analysis, and interpretation of urban spaces.

Design Processes:

Skills in conceptualizing and creating innovative urban design solutions.

Interdisciplinary Engagement:

Integration of environmental, social, political, artistic, and technological dimensions in urbanism.

Professional Standards:

Adherence to Council of Architecture-approved curriculum for rigorous architectural education.

Practical Application:

Application of theoretical knowledge through studio courses and real-world projects.

Modules

Career Prospects

Urban Planner

Shape sustainable cities with expertise in ecological urbanism, policy implementation, and design interventions.

Policy Analyst

Influence urban policies and regulations with a deep understanding of territorial shaping factors.

Environmental Consultant

Provide insights on urban sustainability, land-use planning, and ecological considerations.

Landscape Architect

Create integrated designs that harmonize urban environments with ecological systems.

Researcher/Academic

Contribute to urban discourse through in-depth studies on ecological urbanism and urban planning.

Government Advisor

Guide urban development strategies, leveraging expertise in urbanism, ecology, and policy analysis.

Application Process 2025

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMISSION OF ONLINE APPLICATION FORM
 
Candidates are required to apply online only through the University website www.christuniversity.in No other means/mode of application will be accepted.
 
Candidates should thoroughly go through the programme eligibility criteria, etc. before applying.
 
All applicants are required to create a one-time registration ID to be able to apply for the programme of their choice. They can create the Login ID by
OR
Through the program of your choice. After selecting the program, you will be redirected to the Registration for New Students Admission page.
 
Step-1 Procedure to Register as a New applicant
  1. One-time registration: This registration allows you to apply for multiple programs using the same Registration ID.
  2. Fill in your details: Enter your name as per your class 10 school certificate, a valid email ID, mobile number, WhatsApp number for further communication, date of birth, and create a password. Reconfirm the password. Ensure all data is correct before submission, as you cannot edit this personal information later. Click on the ‘Register’ button to complete the registration.
  3. Verify with OTP: An OTP will be sent to your mobile number and email ID. Enter the OTP in the given section and click on the ‘Proceed’ button. If you do not find the email in your inbox, check the spam folder.
 
Step-2 Procedure to Login
  1. Login with your credentials: Use your registered email ID and password to log in. Enter them correctly in the respective fields.
  2. Click on the Login button: After entering your details, click on the ‘Login’ button.
  3. Forgot password?: If you forgot your password, click on the ‘Forgot Password’ button and follow the necessary steps to reset it.
 
Step-3 Steps you need to follow to fill out your personal information in the application form:
  1. Select the program: Choose the program and campus to which you want to apply. If there is an option to choose preferences, kindly choose the preference accordingly. All candidates must meet the program specific eligibility criteria. (Eligibility criteria for the program is available on the admissions page on the University website). Ensure all data is correct before proceeding to next step, as you cannot edit this information later.
  2. Photograph: Upload a photo (3.5 cms x 4.5 cms formal dress with white background only not more than 100 kb). Photos with other backgrounds or taken with mobile devices will result in rejection of the application.
  3. Read the terms and conditions: Carefully read the terms and conditions and select the declaration box below.
  4. Personal information: Fill in your personal information, sports achievements (if any), and extracurricular details (if any).
  5. Parent/guardian information: Provide your current and permanent addresses, along with your parent and guardian information.
  6. Educational details: Fill in your educational details and upload clear scanned copies of class 10 and Diploma Marks Cards (whichever is available years’/semesters marks card) (Mandatory). *Applications with no marks cards or unclear scanned copies will be rejected and termed as Not Eligible.
  7. Preview your application: Review the details you have entered. If there are any corrections needed, edit and preview the application form again. Once submitted, the details cannot be corrected, so ensure everything is accurate before submitting.
  8. Select the date and centre for the selection process: Refer to the Important Dates section before filling out the application. Choose the appropriate date and centre for the selection process based on the program you are applying for. No requests for date/venue changes will be entertained.
  9. The application cannot be submitted without filling in all the mandatory fields.
  10. Applicants must save the information as they proceed from page to page.
 
Step-4 Application Fee Payment:
  1. Payment Methods: You can use Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card or any UPI for the payment.
  2. Non-Refundable: Applicants must remember that the application registration fee is non-refundable once the application number is generated.
  3. Secure Payment: Make sure you’re on a secure website when entering your payment information.
  4. Application Number: A 9-digit application number will be auto-generated after the successful payment of the application fee.
  5. Payment Failure: In case of payment failure due to a technical error, the application number will not be generated, and any amount deducted will be automatically refunded within 15 business days.
  6. Printing the Application: A copy of the application can be printed anytime from the login until the selection process is completed.
 
Applicants must note:
  1. Documents: Original marks cards of class 10, Diploma Marks Cards (whichever is available years’/semesters marks card) and valid ID proof will be verified during the selection process. Applicants writting their class 12 exam must carry class 11 final report (Mandatory).
  2. Selection Process: Conducted on the date and venue chosen during the application process or as announced by the office of admissions. The Selection Process will be held in person at the selected date and venue.
  3. All communication will be through the applicant’s login only.

International Category

Produce evidence of passing the qualifying examination in English medium or have IELTS 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.5 or TOEFL (paper) 550, TOEFL (computer) of 213 or TOEFL (IBT) of 79 scores.

Intensive Certificate course in English Language (Full Time) conducted from March to May each year or One Semester Certificate course in English Language (Part Time) conducted after regular class hours from June to December.

Note: The International Student category fee structure is binding for the full duration of the programme and cannot be transferred /changed in between.

Candidates from the above listed categories having pursued Indian Educational qualification and who may have applied under the Indian States Category will have to pay the International Student Category Fee. The decision of the Admission committee is final.

Candidates seeking admission through International Student category (Foreign Nationals/PIO/OCI) will have a separate application process, with the following options to apply for any programme at Christ University.

Online Application form

Email ID for any clarifications: isc.admission@christuniversity.in

NRI Category

Students are welcome to apply under the Non-Resident Indian category for the programmes offered by the University. Application process is common for all category of applicants

Students who fall under any of the following classifications can apply under NRI Student category and be liable to pay the fees applicable to the category for the entire duration of the programme

Admission to all programmes is based on academic achievement and CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Selection Process. Candidates should submit the final results of class 12 on or before August 30th of the admission year.

Applicants must read through the Selection process, Fee Structure and other details under the preferred programme given on our website before proceeding with the application process.

Admission Process 2025

RESULTS AND ADMISSION PROCESS
  1. Results Announcement: The selection process results will be available on the date mentioned in the Important Dates section on the university’s website.
  2. Results Access: Results can be accessed at this link: https://espro.christuniversity.in/Application/
  3. E-Offer of Admission: Selected candidates will receive an E-Offer of admission, which will be valid until the date specified in the offer.
  4. Provisional Admission: Admission is provisional and subject to university rules. Candidates must meet the specific eligibility criteria for their program.
  5. Fee Payment: Selected candidates must pay the fees using Net Banking/Online Banking or Credit Card. They should also download the offer of admission and choose a date and time to complete the admission process in person with a parent at the selected campus.
To process admission:
  1. Select Date and Time: Choose your preferred date and time from the available options.
  2. Campus Admission: Admission must be processed at the campus where the offer of admission is made
  3. Admission has to be processed as per point (1). Admission will not be processed without the presence of the candidate along with mandatory ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS and one full set of black and white photocopies (xerox) of all the documents mentioned below (MANDATORY):
  • Marks Card: Class 10 and and Diploma Marks Cards (whichever is available years’/semesters marks card) (Mandatory).
  • Transfer Certificate (TC): of Diploma from the last qualified institution (Mandatory) must be submitted on or before August 30th or as announced by the office of admissions of the admission year.
  • Migration Certificate (MIG): of Diploma from the last qualified institution (applicable for all candidates except those studying in Karnataka) (Mandatory) must be submitted on or before August 30th or as announced by the office of admissions of the admission year.
  • Two Passport Size Photographs: Formal dress, white background.
  • Two Copies of Payment Acknowledgment Receipt: From application status link https://espro.christuniversity.in/Application/
  • Valid ID Proof: Aadhar, PAN, etc.
  • Additional Documents for International Candidates:
1. Passport and Visa Details (Mandatory)
2. PIO/OCI Card holders: Have to produce a copy of the PIO / OCI card whichever is applicable (Mandatory).
3. Medical Fitness Certificate (MFC): From any recognized medical practitioner certified by the Medical Council of India
4. Resident Permit (RP): (If available while applying)
 
Make sure to have all the original documents and a full set of black and white photocopies (xerox).
 
  1. Document Submission:
    • All mandatory documents must be submitted for verification.
    • An undertaking for pending original documents (for exams in Feb-May 2025) must be submitted on or before August 30th or as announced by the office of admissions of the admission year
    • Failure to submit pending documents will result in termination of admission.
  2. Bank Account Requirement:
    • All admitted students must open an account at South Indian Bank, CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Branch as part of the admission process.
    • Relevant ID proof (Aadhar Card and Pan Card) is required.
  3. University ID Card:
    • The ID card is a smart card that functions as an ID, ATM card, and access card for various facilities.
    • All transactions within the campus, including fee payments, will be processed through this card.
  4. International Students:
    • Must register with the Foreigner Regional Registration Officer (FRRO/FRO) within 14 working days of admission or arrival in Bengaluru.
  5. Commencement of Academic Year:
    • The start date for the academic year 2025 will be communicated during the admission process.
  6. Caution:
    • The university does not authorize any third party to conduct the selection process or offer admissions.
    • Be wary of unauthorized SMS/Emails promising admissions.
  7. Bank Loan Assistance:
    • Admitted students can request a recommendation letter for a bank loan by presenting the original fee paid receipt to the Office of Admissions.
  8. Laptop:
    • Admitted students may need to purchase a laptop if required by their department.
  1. Final Decision:
    • Student allotment in the program of their choice among the various campuses located in Bangalore (Central, Kengeri, Bannerghatta, and Yeshwantpur), Lavasa (Pune), and Delhi NCR Campus of CHRIST University shall be at the sole discretion of the Management. The decision of the Admission Committee is final.
  2. Cancellation Process:
    • For details on the cancellation process, please refer to the provided link : Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy

Miscellaneous Information

Admission Queries

For any queries at any given time during the application and admission process, you may contact us through the following Email ID’s:

The Office of Admissions,
CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Hosur Road,
Bengaluru – 560 029, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 92430 80800
+91 80 4012 9400

Email IDs
Indian candidates: admissions@christuniversity.in
NRI candidates: nri.admission@christuniversity.in
International: isc.admission@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Kanmanike, Kumbalgodu, Mysore Road,
Bengaluru – 560 074, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 80 4012 9800,
+91 80 4012 9802
+91 80 4012 9820

Email
admissions.kengeri@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University),
Mariam Nagar, Meerut Road,
Delhi NCR Ghaziabad – 201003

Phone
1800-123-3212

Email
admission.ncr@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Hulimavu, Bannerghatta Road,
Bengaluru – 560 076, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 080 4655 1306
+91 080 4655 1306

Email
admissions.bgr@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Nagasandra, Near Tumkur Road,
Bengaluru 560 073, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 97422 44407
+91 80 6989 6666

Email
admissions.yeshwanthpur@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University),
Christ University Road, 30 Valor Court, PO Dasve Lavasa, Mulshi, Pune – 412112, Maharashtra

Phone
1800-123-2009

Email
admission.lavasa@christuniversity.in

Between: Monday to Friday: 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM,
Saturday: 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM

(Office remains closed on Sundays, Government Holidays and Any special events)

2025 UG & PG Selection Process

Note On Curriculum and Credit Framework for Undergraduate

IMPORTANT INFORMATION – SELECTION PROCESS 2025

  1. If the entrance test for the 2 or more applications is on the same date and at the same time, you will write one test and the test score will be transferred to the other applications.
  2. If the tests are on the same date but at different times or on different dates, the test has to be taken for each application separately.
  3. All other processes (SA_MP_PI) will have to be done separately for each application number.
  4. Admit Card of all the selection processess will be updated Two or Three Days before the slection process dates

Undergraduate Programmes

SELECTION PROCESS (Except BBA Decision Science)

Postgraduate Programmes

SELECTION PROCESS (Except MSc Psychology HRDM with MA Business and Org. Psychology)

Eligibility

ADMISSION & ELIGIBILITY

  • A candidate who has passed with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate the Bachelors of Architecture or equivalent courses recognized by the Council of Architecture in India or abroad recognised by UGC / AIU are eligible to apply.
     
  • Candidates who are in the final year of their studies in B.Arch appearing for their final degree examinations in March-June 2025 are also eligible to apply. They should have secured 50% or above aggregate in all the Semesters / Years of Undergraduate Examinations conducted so far.

The candidate shall apply with a Statement of Purpose and three recommendation letters. There shall be an entrance examination conducted by CHRIST (Deemed to be University) followed by a personal interview of the candidate’s portfolio of academic and professional works.

Students pursuing an International curriculum must note that eligibility is according to AIU stipulations.

Fee Structure - 2025

Year
Karnataka
Other Indian States
NRI
SAARC / AFRICA / PIO / OCI / ASEAN
Other Foreign Nationals
Time of Payment
1
85,000 INR
105,000 INR
160,000 INR
2,500 USD
3,000 USD
Within seven days of declaration of the Selection Process Result
2
85,000 INR
105,000 INR
160,000 INR
2,500 USD
3,000 USD
On or before March 15, 2026

# The fee for Karnataka domicile students, as indicated in the table, is the actual fee payable and excludes the scholarship amount.

It is to be noted that though the fee is fixed for two years, there may be a periodic nominal increase to meet the rise in costs.

(The above condition is not applicable to NRI and candidates applied under NRI Category).

Syllabus (Academic Year-2024)

Programme Educational Objectives

PEO1  To provide an education in the field of the built environment that recognizes its interdisciplinary nature between architecture, ecology, social, economic, and political realms.
PEO2  To offer learning that encourages a collaborative and interdisciplinary approach and bridges the gap between academics and practice.
PEO3 To offer education and conduct research on pertinent urban and ecological issues of the global south and specifically in the context of Asia.
PEO4  To provide an education that makes students understand the roles and responsibilities to effectively find informed solutions through design, advocacy, and activism.
PEO5  To offer courses that are domain-specific, issue-based that are relevant and contemporary.
PEO6  To provide for choice-based credit systems so that students can specialize in the subject of their choice.

Programme Outcome

PO1The M Arch Program intends a deep immersion in an ecosophical perspective of architecture, as part of an inspired understanding of larger discourses environmental, social, political, artistic and technological. At the end of the program, the student will be Able to recognize the interdisciplinary nature between urbanism, ecology, social, economic and political realms in the field of the built environment.
PO2Able to recognize the interdisciplinary nature between urbanism, ecology, social, economic and political realms in the field of the built environment.
PO3Able to investigate and conduct research on pertinent urban and ecological issues of the global south and specifically in the context of Asia.
PO4Able to execute the roles and responsibilities to effectively find informed solutions through design, advocacy and activism.
PO5Able to develop relevant and contemporary problems that are domain-specific and issue-based.
PO6Able to appraise and practice areas of specialization in the subject of their choice.
PO7PO8Sensitivity :At the end of the programme, the student will be PO7 Able to work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams within the field of human habitat demonstrating social and environmental responsibility. PO8 Able to demonstrate engagement in community outreach programs and to apply the assimilated knowledge in built environment-related disciplines that are relevant to ethical practice in architecture.
PO10Able to integrate critical thinking skills to recognize and assess the existing environment in the service of the discipline of architecture.
PO9PO12Knowledge :At the end of the programme, the student will be PO9 Able to demonstrate and extend the appropriate knowledge for designing the built environment. PO10 Able to integrate critical thinking skills to recognize and assess the existing environment in the service of the discipline of architecture. PO11 Able to creatively apply sound knowledge in design theories and their applications, building technology, social, cultural and environmental factors. PO12 Able to demonstrate and extend the interdisciplinary knowledge and use tools that enable it.
PO13PO16Skilled practice: At the end of the programme, the student will be PO13 Able to practice the inculcated skills creatively for the physical, social and creative realms of crafting architecture. PO14 Able to recognize and act upon opportunities and aspirations. PO15 Able to demonstrate creative problem-solving skills with the skills learnt, working with varied materials and media. PO16 Able to use the acquired skills to demonstrate design concepts and solutions, and adopt effective communication of those ideas to peers, clients, decision-makers, and the public.

Programme Specific Outcome

PSO1Cognitive a. Ability to use appropriate technology for designing the urban built environment, to think critically and assess existing environments. b. Ability to assume professional roles in architecture and urban design by offering sound knowledge in design theories and applications, building technology, social, cultural and environmental factors, and the application of information technology and interdisciplinary knowledge.
PSO2Affective a. Ability to be socially and environmentally sensitive and to work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams within the building industry b. Ability to uphold and demonstrate ethical responsibilities and professional obligations in architecture and urban design.
PSO3Psychomotor a.) Ability to demonstrate creative problem-solving skills while working with varied cultural contexts, materials, and mediums b.) Ability to communicate effectively the design concepts and solutions necessary for the urban built environment.