SCHOOL OF PLANNING, AHMEDABAD, ADMISSIONS 2011

SCHOOL OF PLANNING, AHMEDABAD

ADMISSIONS 2011

Urban and Regional Planning Housing Enviornmental Planning Infrastructure Planning Urban Transport Planning and Management Rural Planning and Management Industrial Area Planning and Management

Admission to the academic session 2011-2013 is currently open. The application form can be downloaded from this page and has to be submitted to the University before 31 May 2011.

CEPT UNIVERSITY

Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology (CEPT) University is a leading institution offering undergraduate and post-­‐graduate programs in the area of Natural and Built Environment and related disciplines since 1962.

THE FACULTY OF PLANNING AND PUBLIC POLICY

The School of Planning, now FACULTY OF PLANNING AND PUBLIC POLICY, was established in 1972, with focus on sustainable development of human settlements. The programmes offered at the Faculty aim to improve the quality of life of the urban and rural populace through better access to employment opportunities, infrastructure services and housing. The Faculty of Planning and Public Policy is a full member of the Asian Planning School’s Association (APSA).

CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE

The Centre for Urban Transport, CEPT University, is a Centre of Excellence in Urban Transport identified by the Ministry of Urban Development, Government of India and supported by Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation. CEPT University is the State Level Anchor Institute of Infrastructure under the Government of Gujarat (GoG). With the support of GoG, CEPT also houses the Centre for Industrial Area Planning and Management, and is in the process of establishing a Centre of Excellence each in Infrastructure, and Energy and Environment. The Centre for Urban Equity at the University is a National resource Centre of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation.

ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES

The faculty offers seven, two-­‐year programmes leading to Master of Planning in Urban and Regional Planning, Environmental Planning, Housing, Infrastructure Planning, Industrial Area Planning & Management, Urban Transport Planning & Management and Rural Planning & Management. The programmes offered at the faculty develop professionals instrumental in improving the quality of life of the urban and rural populace by building their capacities to deal with issues and challenges posed by development. The details of various programmes offered at the Faculty of Planning & Public Policy are as below:

URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING

This programme emphasizes a multi-­‐disciplinary approach focusing on spatial, social, economic and environmental issues related to human habitat in urban, rural and regional contexts.

CORE COURSES

Landuse Planning Theories and Techniques, Evolution and Theory of Planning, Regional Development and Planning, Remote Sensing and Geographical Information System, Transportation Planning, Development Finance, Rural Development, Urban Management, Professional Practice.

ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING

This programme emphasizes rational and scientific decision-­‐making for planned actions in different human activities compatible with the objectives of Sustainable Development.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

For admission to the two-year Post Graduate Programmes (four semesters) a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the below mentioned degree programmes is essential for the general category and 45% aggregate marks for SC/ ST/ OBC category candidates. GATE qualified candidates are accorded priority. Minimum qualification required for admission to all the specializations is a Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Architecture/Civil Engineering/Planning or a Master’s Degree (or equivalent) in Geography / Economics / Sociology from a recognized University / Institution. GATE/JRF qualified candidates are accorded priority.

SCHOLARSHIP

A monthly scholarship, as per the Government of India rules, is awarded to candidates qualified in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) and in the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) examination conducted by the University Grants Commission’s (UGC). It should be noted that the scholarship will be disbursed to candidates only if the earmarked funds are received from AICTE/UGC. CEPT University does not have any obligation to pay scholarships from its own funds. Limited scholarships/fee waiver is available for international students from LDCs and SAARC countries.

SPONSORED CANDIDATES

The School has also made provisions to admit a limited number of candidates in each of the above courses who are sponsored by organizations involved in planning related activities. A candidate to be eligible as a sponsored candidate should have worked at least two years on a full-time basis with the sponsoring organization. Request for such sponsorships should come from the head of the organization, on their official letterhead, indicating period of employment of the proposed sponsored candidate, and must must be submitted alongwith the duly completed application form.

GRADUATE PLACEMENT

Graduates of the School become well equipped to handle a wide range of job situations in the field of planning, development, and management. The School liaisons with various State Government Departments, NGOs, R&D organizations, and private sector organizations involved in planning and related activities. The past graduates of the School are currently well placed in various sectors including academic, research, and consultancy activities. Students run a placement cell guided by the faculty to help conduct on-campus interviews for job placements.

ADMISSION PROCEDURE

The application form can be downloaded from this website and submitted to the Faculty of Planning and Public Policy along with a demand draft of Rs. 1000/- in favour of CEPT University payable at Ahmedabad. Selection of eligible candidates is done through a Written Test, Group Discussion, and Personal Interviews held at the following centres. AHMEDABAD JUNE 22,23, 2011 BENGALURU JUNE 17, 2011 CHENNAI JUNE 17, 2011 KOCHI JUNE 15, 2011 DELHI JUNE 19,20, 2011 GUWAHATI JUNE 15, 2011 KOLKATA JUNE 17, 2011 LUCKNOW JUNE 17, 2011 PUNE JUNE 19, 2011

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

International students should apply with a proof of design/research work (A4 size), copy of transcripts and a letter of recommendation from a faculty member of the last institute attended. Admission will be done based on the work portfolio and transcripts. The application fee for International students is USD50.

APPLICATION FORM

The application form can be downloaded from this website and submitted to the Faculty of Planning and Public Policy along with a demand draft of Rs. 1000/- in favour of CEPT University payable at Ahmedabad. Candidates are required to fill the form on a computer as per the instructions given, and email the filled form to the specified email ID. Applicants will then take a print out of the filled application form, affix a recent passport size photograph in the space provided, sign the declaration, attach necessary documents and post the complete set to Chairman - Admissions, Faculty of Planning and Public Policy, CEPT University, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380009. The duly filled forms with necessary documentary proofs should reach the office by 31 May 2011. Download Application form 2011-2013 http://www.spcept.ac.in/download/SP-Ahmedabad-MPlan-2011.doc Download Admission Brochure http://www.spcept.ac.in/download/SP-Ahmedabad-Admission-2011-Brochure.pdf CONTACT :

In case of any further clarifications, applicants may contact: Prof. Madhu Bharti, Chairman, Admissions (e-mail: planning.admission@cept.ac.in ) or the administrative office.