Institute of Architecture and Planning (IAP) - Nirma University

The Institute of Architecture and Planning at Nirma University (IAPNU) was founded in the year 2014 along the vision of Padmashri Dr Karsanbhai K. Patel and under the leadership of reputed professional and academician Dr. Utpal Sharma. The Institute l and academician Dr. Utpal Sharma. The Institute aims at imparting high-quality education in the field of designing built environment and human settlements through the disciplines of Architecture and Planning. The Institute offers a 5-year undergraduate programme in Bachelor of Architecture (B Arch) which is duly recognised by Council of Architecture (COA). The programme closely connects with the creative realm of imagination and empirical execution of the same. The Institute’s pedagogy focuses on understanding of scenarios, development of perception, interaction with the real world and learning by doing. The Institute is endowed with a strong core faculty members whose experience and dedication towards knowledge dissemination assures development of socially and professionally responsible individuals who would effectively contribute to the physical, social, environmental progress of the nation. The Institute has alliances with the various national and international institutes that enhance and augment global exposure of students. The Institute also offers doctoral programme in Architecture. Shaping a better future for mankind by developing effective and socially responsible individuals and organizations. Nirma University emphasises the all-round development of its students. It aims at producing not only good professionals but also good and worthy citizens of a great country, aiding in its overall progress and development. It endeavours to treat every student as an individual, to recognise their potential and to ensure that they receive the best preparation and training for achieving their career ambitions and life goals. To prepare graduates who will be successful professionals in industry, government, academia, research, entrepreneurial pursuit and consulting firms. To prepare graduates who will contribute to society as broadly educated, expressive, ethical and responsible citizens with proven expertise. To prepare graduates who will achieve peer-recognition; as an individual or in a team; through demonstration of good analytical, design and implementation skills. To prepare graduates who will thrive to pursue life-long learning to fulfill their goals To develop a multi-disciplinary perspective and seek informed decision making.