Council of Architecture Overhauls Architecture Curriculum with Major Reforms
New regulations emphasize practical training, AI integration, and uniform evaluation from 2026–27 academic year
Ahmedabad: The Council of Architecture has announced major revisions to the Bachelor of Architecture curriculum, aligning it with the National Education Policy (NEP) and broader reforms in professional education such as engineering and pharmacy. The updated regulations will take effect from the academic year 2026–27.
Following the completion of a full 10-semester cycle, the CoA reviewed and revised the academic framework to emphasize modern technology, skill based learning, and practical exposure. Under the new structure, the 5-year programme comprising 10 semesters will require students to earn a total of 276 credits, with 26–30 credits per semester.
One significant update is the uniform passing criteria: students must now score at least 50 percent in each component of every subject, replacing the previous varied system. The curriculum also introduces a mandatory course on Artificial Intelligence, reflecting the growing role of digital technologies in design and planning.
The ninth semester will be fully dedicated to practical training, giving students hands-on field experience, while the final stage of the programme will include a Capstone Project, allowing students to showcase comprehensive, research-based design solutions.
Examination reforms have simplified assessment, with students now sitting a single 50-mark paper per subject instead of two separate papers. These changes are designed to make architecture education more practical, globally aligned, and technology-driven.
