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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The Introduction to History of Architecture in India program will help you understand architectural works as material expressions of societies, polities, and aspirations of a region. The course also provides a broad perspective on India's five thousand years of rich architectural history.
Moreover, the Introduction to History of Architecture in India course by Swayam is available at the UG level. In just four weeks, you will have acquired knowledge of the various cultural, artisanal, technological, and philosophical processes of every period and place of architecture in India.
Core topics covered in the Introduction to History of Architecture in India syllabus include Cave & Wooden architecture, Islamic architecture, Sultanate architecture, Medieval temples, Mughals and Rajputs, Neoclassical architecture, and more.
As such, you will study the complete history of architecture in India, starting from the Bronze Age through the Vedic Culture period, early Buddhist period, early modernity in architecture, and colonial buildings. Finally, the Introduction to History of Architecture in India online course will culminate on the architecture from the Republic of India.
The Highlights
- Expert instructors
- Weekly assignments
- Books and references
- Downloadable reading material
- Video lectures
- Curated by IISER Pune
- Online learning
- UG-level course
- 4-weeks course
- Introductory program
- Comprehensive syllabus
- E-certificate
Programme Offerings
- video lectures
- English instructions
- Weekly Assignments
- Books & references
- online learning
- course certificate
- UG-level course
- Short-term program
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Fees Informations | Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| INR 1000 | yes | IISER Pune |
Join the Introduction to History of Architecture in India certification course free of any charges. However, you'll need to pay a fee of Rs 1000 to obtain the digital course certificate.
Introduction to History of Architecture in India fee structure
| Course Option | Fee |
Introduction to History of Architecture in India (Auditing) | FREE |
| Introduction to History of Architecture in India (E-certificate + access to course content) | Rs 1000 |
Eligibility Criteria
Introduction to History of Architecture in India course by Swayam is open to anyone interested in understanding India's cultural history or architecture. There are no mandatory qualification criteria you need to meet.
Besides, Swayam only offers the Introduction to History of Architecture in India Training to candidates who satisfy the minimum marks criteria. Thus, you must obtain at least 40/100 as the final certification score (average assignment marks + proctored exam marks) to earn the e-certificate.
A minimum average assignment score of 10/25, calculated using three out of four best-scored submissions, is mandatory. This score will make up 25% of the final score. You must also secure at least 30/75 marks in the proctored exam, as it will constitute 75% of your total score.
What you will learn
In the Introduction to History of Architecture in India certification course, you will comprehensively cover the following:
- How architectural designs depict the societal state
- Architectural history from the Indus Valley Civilisation to B.V. Doshi's modernism
- Defined periods of architecture in India
- Different kinds of architectural styles in India
Who it is for
Anyone interested in learning about India's rich history of architecture can participate in the Introduction to History of Architecture in India course by Swayam.
Admission Details
Step 1: Read the Introduction to History of Architecture in India online course details here: https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc21_ar04/preview.
Step 2: Go to the top corner and click on the 'Sign-up/Register' button to open the registration form.
Step 3: Furnish the details in the form as requested or simply join using your social IDs. Then, click the 'send verification code' button.
Step 4: Swayam will mail you the verification code. Once verified, tap the 'create' option to finish the process.
Application Details
You can join the Introduction to History of Architecture in India course by Swayam by creating a learning account on Swayam. Just open the online registration form using the 'Sign-up/Register' tab on the course page.
Now, provide a username, any working email ID, and finish by entering a password. Verify your registered ID and your learning account on Swayam will become active.
The Syllabus
- Introduction to History of Architecture
- Indus Valley Civilisation
- Early Historic Period - Wooden and Cave Architecture
- Beginnings of the Temple
- Medieval Temples
- Islamic Architecture
- Sultanate Architecture
- Mughals and Rajputs
- Princely States
- Neo-Classical, Indo-Saracenic, Revivial Gothic
- Art Deco, Modern
- International and Contemporary
Evaluation process
While the exam is optional, you'll have to write the exam for obtaining the Introduction to History of Architecture in India certificate. It will be a proctored exam you'll need to write in person. Swayam will announce the exam and provide the link for exam registration.
Any information concerning the exam, like date, timings, exam centers, format, etc., will be provided in the online form.
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IISER Pune Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Yes. You can enrol in the Introduction to History of Architecture in India program for free.
Yes. Swayam offers various printable/downloadable reading materials for a holistic learning experience.
No. IISER Pune has developed the Introduction to History of Architecture in India program.
Yes. It is optional.
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