Induction & Orientation Programme
Induction Programme and Orientation Programme for First-Year Architecture Students @ FoA
An induction programme serves as a vital introduction to the academic and social environment for first-year architecture students. It aims to help them transition smoothly into university life, foster connections with peers and faculty, and prepare them for the unique challenges of architectural education.
These has been a series of workshops, visits, hands-ons, engaging with seniors & professionals:
Familiarization: Introduce students to campus facilities, online learning platforms, and administrative processes like registration and ID collection.
Key Activities
Welcome Sessions: These include introductions to the teaching team, course leaders, and fellow students, setting the context for the architectural program.
Campus Tours: Guided tours of facilities such as design studios, libraries, and creative hubs to familiarize students with resources.
Technical Workshops: Focused sessions on basic architectural skills like experimental sketching, structural design, and sustainable building practices.
Mentorship Programs: Pairing first-year students with senior mentors to ease their transition into university life.
Interactive Activities: Group tasks such as designing simple structures or identifying architectural faults to stimulate creativity and collaboration.
Benefits
- Students feel confident about their learning journey and are better prepared for academic challenges.
- The program fosters a sense of belonging and community within the architecture school.
- It sets a healthy routine while introducing students to professional practices in architecture.
- Overall, the induction programme is designed not just to prepare students academically but also to inspire
enthusiasm for architecture as a career path.
