About SPA V
School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada, (in short SPAV), was established on July 7, 2008 by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India, as an autonomous institution. SPAV is a premier Centrally Funded Technical Institution (CFTI) directly under the MHRD, for excellence in the fields of Planning and Architecture. Although in its nascent stage, with experienced faculty and guest lectures by eminent visiting faculty and industry experts from all over the country, the quality of education imparted and its focus on research puts SPAV in the league of leading institutes in the country.
At SPAV, the academic focus and approach is a unique blend of design, creativity and objectivity with a social purpose. Students not only learn the skills required, but during the course of studies are exposed to though-provoking and intellectually inspiring sessions, through studios, field trips and research projects, which brings out the creative best in them.
Academic Activities
Two under graduate programs, one in each of the two departments, Architecture and Planning, were started from the academic year 2008-09. The Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) program is a 5-year under graduate program and the Bachelor of Planning (B.Plng) is a 4-year under graduate program, Post Graduation and Masters For more details on admission procedures, eligibility and other information, click here.
Various post graduate and short term certificate programs are proposed to be introduced in the near future. In addition, the Doctoral Program leading to a Ph.D. Degree is being introduced from the academic year 2012-13. Admissions process for the Doctoral Program has already started.
Courses Offered
| Undergraduate Degree | Postgraduate Degree | Doctoral Programmes |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Architecture | Environmental Planning and Management | Doctoral Programme in Architecture |
| Bachelor of Planning | Management Urban and Regional Planning | Doctoral Programme in Planning |
| Sustainable Architecture |
Contact Info:
Address:
School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada.
Sy. No. 71/1, NH-5, Nidamanuru, Vijayawada – 521104, Dist. Krishna, A.P., India
Phone: +91 866 2469 447
Telefax: +91 866 2469 451