Vivekanand Education Society’s College of Architecture (VESCOA) has partnered with Wood from Finland (WFF) and Lab University of Applied Sciences (LUAS), with the aim of cultivating sustainable education pathways and fostering innovative learning experiences for its students. In collaboration with these organisations, VESCOA claims to extend an invitation to students enrolled in architecture and interior design courses to participate in online certificate and diploma programmes, completely fee-free. The objective is to enhance their educational journey and broaden their understanding of sustainability within their field, according to an official release.
WFF, renowned for its forest environment programme, presents a comprehensive curriculum that encompasses six nature management measures aligned with the Finnish Forest Act and forest certification schemes. Students pursuing degrees in architecture or diplomas in interior design will concurrently engage in this coursework, earning credits that are integral to their future endeavours, the release mentioned.
“Through these partnerships, we aim to empower our students with diverse skill sets and a profound understanding of sustainable practices, preparing them to shape a more sustainable future.” Anand Achari, principal, VESCOA, said.
In tandem with this, VESCOA has forged a partnership LUAS, an institution specialising in innovation with strengths in the circular economy, design, innovations, and health. VESCOA students now have the opportunity to enroll in LUAS’s one-year diploma programme on Circular Economy Sustainable Solutions, delivered through online education modules. Successful completion of this diploma course opens doors for students to pursue a degree programme, involving a one-year residential curriculum at LUAS’s Lathi campus, as per the release.
VESCOA further claims to have enrolling 80-100 students annually in the complimentary courses offered by WFF. These courses cover topics such as Wood for Finland (India), Sustainable Solution Engineering and Climate Change, totaling 15, 65 and five credits, respectively. In alignment with the NEP 2020 education system, students are required to complete MOOC online courses and accumulate credits within the Academic Bank Credits (ABC) system. This initiative aims to empower students to cultivate innovative perspectives toward future sustainability approaches.
VESCOA Signs MOU With Wood From Finland And Lab University Of Applied Sciences, Pioneering Sustainable Education
Mumbai: Vivekanand Education Society’s College of Architecture (VESCOA) proudly announces a ground-breaking collaboration with Wood from Finland (WFF) and Lab University of Applied Sciences (LUAS), aimed at fostering sustainable education pathways and innovative learning experiences for its students. Through these partnerships, VESCOA is offering online certificate and diploma programs, without any fees, to students enrolled in architecture and interior design courses, aiming to enrich their educational journey and broaden their understanding of sustainability in the field.
Speaking on the development, Dr. Prof. Anand Achari – Principal, VESCOA said, “This initiative reflects VESCOA’s dedication to providing students with a comprehensive educational journey that integrates sustainability and innovation. Through these partnerships, we aim to empower our students with diverse skill sets and a profound understanding of sustainable practices, preparing them to shape a more sustainable future.”
VESCOA has committed to enrolling 80 to 100 students annually in the complimentary courses offered by WFF. WFF offers courses in Wood for Finland (India), Sustainable Solution Engineering, and Climate Change, totalling 15, 65, and 5 credits respectively. According to the NEP 2020 education system, students are required to finish MOOC online courses and gather credits within the Academic Bank Credits (ABC) system. This initiative empowers students to foster innovative perspectives toward future sustainability approaches.
VESCOA signs MOU with Wood from Finland and Lab University of Applied Sciences, pioneering sustainable education.
Wood from Finland (WFF), renowned for its forest environment program, offers a comprehensive curriculum encompassing six nature management measures aligned with the Finnish Forest Act and forest certification schemes. Students pursuing degrees in architecture or diplomas in interior design simultaneously engage in this coursework, earning credits integral to their future endeavours.
Simultaneously, VESCOA has joined hands with Lab University of Applied Sciences (LUAS), an institution specializing in innovation and boasting strengths in the circular economy, design, innovations, and health. VESCOA students have seized the opportunity to enroll in the 1-year diploma program of Circular Economy Sustainable Solutions, provided by LUAS through online education modules. Completion of this diploma course opens doors for students to pursue a degree program, involving a one-year residential curriculum at LUAS’s Lathi campus.
Vivekanand Education Society’s College of Architecture (VESCOA) is the Outreach Network Institute Partner with ISRO and has signed MoU with ASSOCHAM to Advance Collaborative Initiatives
Dr. Prof. Anand Achari, Principal of VES College of Architecture, expressed, “Our partnership with these prestigious organizations is a significant milestone, reaffirming VESCOA’s commitment to offering a comprehensive and industry-aligned education. The exposure and experiences gained through this collaboration will undoubtedly enhance our students’ employability and contribute to our nation’s skilled workforce.”
This strategic collaboration with ISRO and ASSOCHAM signifies a transformative step towards providing students with a well-rounded educational experience that integrates practical insights and real-world applications. In addition to this, VESCOA boasts robust industry connections with entities like Wood from Finland and Lab University of Applied Sciences, greatly enhancing the depth and breadth of students’ educational experiences.
