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Musings...
The School of Architecture and Planning is a dynamic Department of DIT, a premier University of higher learning in Science, Technology and Management with deep ties to the profession representing high cultural diversity. We believe in pluralism and critical thinking and celebrate diversity and of all members of our community. Our nationally-accredited, professional degree programs in B.Arch, M. Plan and Ph.D. provide students with cutting edge technical skills and the cultural knowledge in a highly interactive interdisciplinary environment, necessary to work or practice in an increasingly competitive global market. Our studio experience focuses on intensive and extensive exploration of the creative processes, supported by challenging approaches to history, theory in the context of technologies that inform the future. We provide a highly innovative environment for design education in which students benefit from extensive one-on-one communication with highly experienced dedicated faculty in formal reviews and informal interactions. Our Department is known to have produced many remarkable alumni who are not only engaged in reputed organizations nationally and internationally, but have made a mark as entrepreneurs and pioneers in exploring new horizons in Design and Technology.
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Profile
Prof. Anjali Krishan Sharma, Director – School of Architecture and Planning
Professor of Architecture and Ex-Dean, an Architect Planner graduated from School of Planning and Architecture; New Delhi acknowledged as ‘Institute of National Importance’ by the government of India. Have a versatile experience of more than thirty eight years of academia, practice and real estate sector; Senior Fellow with Higher Education Academy UK [Advance-HE]; recognized RIBA Chartered member and have been and continuing as member of advisory committee for International Conference, Boards of studies, Academic council, Convener, Expert representing Council of Architecture to External reviewer of Cultural properties for nominations through ICOMOS for World Monument Fund and continuing. Was awarded an Indo-Dutch fellowship to research on Housing Typologies in public sector housings and won first prize in a national housing design idea competition and the project as well. Have worked on the Indian Heritage Cities Network program, UNESCO; a continuation of her doctoral work on Sustainability and historic city, also a core member of Asian Universities Network Forum on Advances in Research, Japan. Have published Chapters/ case study/ papers on sustainability, urban development, resilience, historic cities, Energy and Climate change, transformations and regional environmental issues, Book entitled “Traditional Urbanism Response to Climate Change - walled City of Jaipur” under publication by Springer. Have been a keynote speaker, panelist in Asian and international platforms.
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Musings...
We at School of Architecture and Planning completely believe in student centric learning approach. Our philosophy of architecture education integrates the imaginative skills, practical experience and ability to draw inspiration from socio- cultural and environment challenges. Our faculty comes from diverse backgrounds like architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning, urban design, construction management and environmental planning. Each of our faculty member adds unique strength to the department.
our major emphasis is on providing experiential learning to the students by conducting hands on workshops. The student experience is further enriched by organizing guest lectures and interactive sessions with eminent professionals from the field. FoAP also understands its social responsibilities and hence, our faculty and students are actively engaged with the development process for local communities. Research and consultancy is another area of importance for the department. We encourage our faculty and students to actively participate in consultancy projects. Our department also offers opportunities for students to work with development authority and other allied organizations working on Dehradun Smart City Project. Recently, we have collaborated with esteemed organizations like Development Alternatives for providing research support for consultancy projects. For nearly a decade, FoAP has produced committed professionals who are continuously adding value to the architecture profession.
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Profile
Head of Department: Mr. Jitendra Sarohi
Ar. Jitendra Kumar Sarohi is an Associate Professor and HoD at School of Architecture and Planning (SoAP), DIT University Dehradun. Ar. Sarohi graduated from Government College of Architecture Lucknow and completed his postgraduate studies at Jamia Millia Islamia University, New Delhi. Ar. Jitendra Sarohi has more than 20 years of experience in academics, consultancy and administration. His research interests lie in the area of building services and building energy efficiency codes. He has been a resource person for Council of Architecture (COA) and National Testing Agency (NTA) as an Observer, Evaluator and Inspection Committee member.
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Mission
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To be a globally recognized and distinguished center of learning, innovation, capacity building in the area of architecture and design. Striving to engage in academic, research and community activities to address the socio- cultural and environmental issues.
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Vision
To develop a culture of design thinking, innovation and digital technology in each student for skill development, entrepreneurship and dynamic start-ups. To prepare the students as important contributors to interdisciplinary teams and encourage them to engage in resolving the local and regional issues of global significance. To nurture and develop the creativity and professional attitude with responsibility
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USP
The program focuses on Globalization, Urbanization, Climate Change and Technology inculcating a culture in Design Thinking, Innovation and Digital Technology in line with the Government's programs for Skill Development, Entrepreneurship and Dynamic start-ups. Our students are trained to: (a) Become architects not only to design autonomous buildings but also to collaborate a physical environment that is contextual and multilayered. (b) Engage with the City and its nearby villages on current developmental issues and hence get excellent hands on experience
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About
School of Architecture and Planning at DIT University helps the students to develop creative confidence with the courage to take creative risks and the knowledge and skills to discern the lasting value of such ideas. We wish to develop skilled professionals who design built environments that are ecologically sustainable and resilient; prosperous and fair; healthy and aesthetic.
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We perceive architectural education to be an ever evolving link connecting nature, society and technology. Providing students with the latest technologies and equipping them with innovative and sustainable ways of handling these is our objective.
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The Institute, situated in the lap of nature, aspires to associate proactively with the objective of sustainable and appropriate architecture. We believe in grooming our students and pointing them in the direction of creating Architecture that achieves a balance between the built spaces and natural environment and also the societal contexts that it operates in.
The Architecture programme at DIT provides students with a comprehensive, professional and relevant architectural education. The programme focuses on:
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Encouraging students in academics through an interdisciplinary approach that prepares well-rounded professionals.
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Nurturing students in the exploration of Architecture and its divergent approaches, their creativity in design and their expressions of personal beliefs in their personal and professional activities.
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Inspiring students to demonstrate their commitment to our natural environment, sustainability and the development of a quality built environment.
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We have been striving to and have succeeded in achieving this in the last 15 years that we have been in existence. Going forward and building on our past strengths,
we wish our students to be equipped with a spirit of entrepreneurialism and innovation- the willingness to live with risk and uncertainty, adapt to and embrace change, and recognize being a life-long learner which will be a key to their success.
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In the coming years, we propose to introduce more activities to enhance practical knowledge apart from the theoretical curriculum and make our approach to Architectural Education more hands-on and experiential.
We also emphasise on imparting an education that puts Sustainable and Appropriate Architecture at its core, especially in the areas of Systemic and Ecological developments of Habitation and Urbanisation in the Himalayas.
USPs of School of Architecture and Planning, DIT University
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An increasingly vibrant Expert Interaction Programs (with Master Classes, Workshops, Guest Lectures etc.
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Being situated in dehradun, School of Architecture and Planning at DIT University is best placed for research in sustainability and environmentally robust architectural practices.
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Networked with other allied Premier Institutions of the region (like the Archaeological Survey of India, Indian Remote Sensing Institute etc.), we bring a multi-disciplinarity and exposure to the curriculum.
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An education that bridges Science, Technology, Art and Humanities , thus creating well rounded professionals.
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Research/Documentation/Graphics/Journalism and such related courses have been introduced to give a varied and vast choice as career options for a graduate in Architecture.
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As we expand and incorporate more specialized programs into our fold, we look forward to students who are creative, innovative and pioneering which is our vision for ourselves, our environment and our country.
School of Architecture and Planning at the DIT University completed 19 yrs in 2024. Started In 2005, The School has already seen 14 graduating batches leave its portals and join the fast growing professional field of architecture. With the current push for economic & urban development, Architecture is one of the fastest growing professional fields in the country today. The graduates get absorbed in the field or have the option of pursuing higher studies in India or abroad.
Achievements:
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Bhagwantpur Village is adopted under ‘Adopt a Village’ scheme of DIT University.
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Consultancy offered to Development Alternatives for understanding and mapping water issues in Dehradun Smart City delineated area.
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Global Human Resource Development Centre (GHRDC) positioned DIT University as the 6th Best Architecture University in India.
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Knowledge Partner with IIT Roorkee School of Architecture and Planning, DIT University became a knowledge partner with Department of Architecture & Planning, IIT Roorkee for organizing and International Conference on Future Cities in Dec 2019. This event witnessed a conglomeration of eminent academicians, practicing professionals and decision makers from India and around the globe.
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Collaboration Activities: Workshop on Timber in collaboration with Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH)
We have recently conducted a collaborative training program with Indian National Trust for Art & Cultural Heritage. Students from INTACH Heritage Academy and DITU were given training on study, use and conservation of Timber.
