School of Architecture
About the Department
Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College’s School of Architecture opened in 2017 and offers a 5-year full-time education affiliated to Pondicherry University and approved by the Council of Architecture, India. It began with an enrollment of 40 students and will presently have 110 students by 2024, under the direction of Shri. M. Dhanasekaran and a devoted faculty, the institute has quickly emerged as one of Pondicherry’s top architecture schools, with aspirations to be among the best in India.
Department Vision and Mission
Vision
To foster a vibrant, knowledge-oriented environment and become a center of excellence in architecture dedicated to creating sustainable and humane habitats.
Mission
M1: Cultivate value-based education.
M2: Promote an environment for research and knowledge sharing.
M3: Facilitate learning towards professional excellence.
M4: Encourage creative innovation in architecture.
M5: Advocate for sustainable and humane habitat design.
Welcome Message
Welcome to the School of Architecture, where we shape the world with creative, sustainable, and innovative design. Our ethos celebrates the convergence of art, technology, and culture, encouraging critical thinking, brave experimentation, and big dreams. With a dedicated staff, cutting-edge technologies, and a strong sense of community, we help our students become influential architects prepared to face the challenges of the twenty-first century. Join us in creating a world in which architecture promotes good social change.
Programs
School of Architecture
Our Bachelor of Architecture department at Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College provides comprehensive education in architectural design, urban planning, and sustainable development through the B.Arch programme.
Placements
Achievements
Our department is proud to share its many accomplishments and honors. Our staff and students have garnered numerous awards for distinction in design, innovation, and research, establishing our position as a leading architectural institution.
Faculty
Our department is staffed by a highly qualified faculty team specializing in Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Architecture (B.Arch and M.Arch). Their expertise covers multiple architectural areas, ensuring our students receive a thorough and enriching learning experience.
Infrastructure
Our department has cutting-edge facilities to ensure a holistic learning experience. The facility comprises large classrooms, specialized laboratories, and workshops, all of which are intended to encourage a learning environment that is both practical and theoretical.
- Lecture Hall
- Drawing Studios (1st Year, II, III, IV, V)
- Computer Lab / Computer Studio
- Library
- Material Museum
- Carpentry Workshop
- Survey Laboratory
- Climatology Laboratory
- Staff Room
- Principal Cabin
- Students Work Display Hall
Events
“SMVEC – Department of ICE and Lucas TVS Join Forces: Pioneering Internship and Recruitment Opportunities!”MOU
AICTE ATAL Sponsored One-Week Online FDP on Design for Manufacturing & Advanced Automation for Industry 4.0
Please contact us if you have any department-related inquiries. We are available to assist you with any inquiries or information. Our committed team can provide assistance and guidance as you learn more about our programmes.