The Higher Education Review

With a rich heritage spanning over 24 years, DIT University (erstwhile Dehradun Institute of Technology, Dehradun), the flagship of the Unison Group, is a pioneering educational institution that is famous for academic excellence through its Undergraduate, Postgraduate & Doctoral Programs. An educational oasis located in the peaceful and pristine greens of Doon Valley, DIT University is perfectly poised to offer a goldmine of opportunities for students. Also, as a premiere multi-disciplinary Institute of higher learning, offering UG, PG and PhD programmes in Sciences, Engineering, Technology, Liberal Arts, Management, Pharmacy, and Architecture Planning & Design, DIT University has been able to play crucial role in shaping the higher education system of the country over the years. The School of Architecture, Planning & Design of DIT University, Dehradun has a vision to become a globally recognized and distinguished center of learning, innovation and capacity building in the area of Architecture, Planning and Design. Established in 2005 as Faculty of Architecture, the school has been renamed as School of Architecture, Planning & Design offering UG, PG and PhD programmes in these areas.

Holistic Development Through Wholesome Education
Adding more about the institute, Prof (Dr) Vandana Suhag, who is Director SoAPD & Professorat DIT University says “The motto of DIT University is to impart value-based quality education to its students, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to make them successful in life. We believe in giving the students a holistic education, inculcating in them positive thinking and a scientific outlook. Ours is a university guided by the principles of trust, integrity and transparency. At DIT University, impressive linkages are built with industries, national industrial associations and other renowned organizations. Active association with professional bodies like ASSOCHAM, CII, FICCI and leading Universities has proven a real asset in ensuring

meaningful orientation. The university has established Research centers of excellence in niche areas as well.

A campus with about 5000 students, and highly distinguished faculty using the latest teaching aids, excellent hostel facilities, and a vision that drives them to ensure imparting wholesome education to our students, is what sets DIT University apart from other universities. Their programs have been developed in collaboration with leading industry professionals and academic stalwarts to ensure relevant content, to best prepare the students, for the workplace. A holistic approach towards education has led DIT University to excellent placements in dream companies like Microsoft, Amazon, Accenture, Oracle, ZScaler, D.E Shaw, Commvault and many more, as well as in numbers making it outstanding year after year. With an impressive infrastructure viz theater style lecture halls, modern labs, conference and seminar halls, high-tech Learning Resources Center, airy student residences, mess serving wholesome meals, indoor and outdoor sport facilities and a state-of-the-art IT Center, DIT University provides an ideal environment for students to learn and excel.


Prof. G. Raghurama,
Vice Chancellor

A Beacon Of Hope For Students
“We at School of Architecture, Planning & Design believe in student centric learning approach. Our philosophy of architecture & design education integrates the imaginative skills, practical experience and ability to draw inspiration from sociology-cultural and environment challenges. Our faculty comes from diverse backgrounds i.e., Architecture, Conservation, Urban planning, Urban design, Construction management, Environmental planning, landscape architecture, Art, Product design and Building services. Each of our faculty member adds unique strength to the department. With a focus on research and experiential issues of global significance. The school

learning, the students are given exposure to the development related has collaborated with ImaginXP to provide training on user experience design by professional designers to our design students. The school also offers opportunities for students to work with development authority and other allied organizations working on Dehradun Smart City Project. We have also collaborated with esteemed organizations like Development Alternatives for providing research support for consultancy projects”, adds, Prof Prof. Dr. Vandana Suhag when asked about the teaching pedagogies and quality of the faculty at the institute.


Prof Dr.Vandana Suhag,
Registrar

The University is constantly evolving syllabus includes a large basket of electives (under the Fully Flexible Choice Based Credit System of DITU), over and above the core subjects with an interdisciplinary approach to meet the demands and trends of the industry and to minimize the gaps between industry and education. The course is structured in a manner to impart theoretical insights and engaging students in field work, site visits and in Relative Study Programs. For more than a decade, the school has produced committed professionals who are making a difference to society. In line with the DIT University’s motto, 'Imagine-Aspire-Achieve', the School of Architecture, Planning & Design offers a platform to explore countless opportunities for tomorrow’s architects, planners, designers and entrepreneurs. And with all this, DIT University aspires to be a visionary in the Indian higher education space and develop into a standard-bearer in the segment.

Anjali Krishan Sharma, Professor And Director, School Of Architecture, Planning And Design (SoAPD)
Having worked across hierarchies, Anjali is sensitive to processes that allow people to grow. She encourages them to express their voice, work in teams and believe in building organizations to define their own future.