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International Thesis Competition

A4TC 2025

Architecture Thesis Challenge

 

Brief  

Introduction

Welcome to the 4th Edition of Archiol's Architecture Thesis Design Competition - A4TC 2025! We are thrilled to invite architecture students from around the world to embark on an extraordinary journey of creativity, innovation, and excellence in design.

At Archiol, we believe that the architecture thesis is not just a culmination of your academic pursuit but a gateway to exploring your full potential as visionary architects. A4TC provides you with a unique platform to showcase your talents, challenge conventional norms, and redefine the future of architecture through your innovative designs.

The architecture thesis is a pivotal moment in your educational journey, where you have the freedom to dream big, push boundaries, and create meaningful spaces that address real-world challenges. This competition aims to celebrate the importance of the thesis design process in the architecture course, recognizing it as a catalyst for transformative ideas and breakthrough concepts.

Through A4TC, we aim to foster a culture of collaboration and healthy competition among architecture students, where each participant can learn from their peers and be inspired by diverse perspectives. By presenting your ideas to a global audience, you have the opportunity to contribute to the discourse on sustainable, inclusive, and aesthetically compelling architecture.

We have carefully crafted this competition to provide a nurturing environment for your creativity to flourish. So, whether you are an aspiring architect ready to make your mark or a seasoned design enthusiast looking to challenge yourself, Archiol's A4TC awaits your brilliance. Join us in this exhilarating journey to shape the future of architecture and leave an indelible mark on the world of design.

We wish you the best of luck and look forward to witnessing your exceptional ideas unfold in Archiol's 4th Edition of the Architecture Thesis Design Competition!



Eligibility:

Degree Requirement:
Participants must have completed or be in the final year of an undergraduate or postgraduate architecture degree program from a recognized institution.


Thesis Completion Year:
The submitted thesis project must have been completed after January 1, 2020. Theses completed before this date will not be considered.


Submission Authenticity:
The project must be an original work completed as part of the participant's academic curriculum. Collaborative projects must include consent from all contributors.


Global Participation:
The competition is open to students and professionals globally, provided their thesis aligns with the above-mentioned requirements.


Language of Submission:
All entries must be presented in English, including the project description, drawings, and any supplementary materials.

 

Timeline

REGISTRATION DEADLINE

28 February 2026

SUBMISSION DEADLINE

5 March 2026

RESULT ANNOUNCEMENT

5 June 2026

 

Fees   

Early Bird

Start Date: 01 Jan 2025
End Date:  31 Jan 2025

Fees: ₹1,500

Super Saver

Start Date: 01 Feb 2025

End Date:  29 Feb 2025

 

Fees: ₹2,000

Advanced Saver

Start Date: 01 Mar 2025

End Date:  31 Mar 2025


Fees: ₹2,500

Smart Saver

Start Date: 01 Apr 2025

End Date:  30 Apr 2025


Fees: ₹3,000

Budget Entry

Start Date: 01 May 2025

End Date:  31 May 2025


Fees: ₹3,500

Standard Entry

Start Date: 01 Jun 2025

End Date:  30 Jun 2025


Fees: ₹4,000

Regular Entry

Start Date: 01 Jul 2025

End Date:  31 Jul 2025


Fees: ₹4,500

Classic Entry

Start Date: 01 Aug 2025

End Date:  31 Aug 2025


Fees: ₹5,000

Priority Entry

Start Date: 01 Sep 2025

End Date:  30 Sep 2025


Fees: ₹5,500

Final Phase 1

Start Date: 01 Oct 2025

End Date:  31 Oct 2025


Fees: ₹6,000

Final Phase 2

Start Date: 01 Nov 2025

End Date:  31 Dec 2025


Fees: ₹6,500

Last Call

Start Date: 01 Feb 2026

End Date:  29 Feb 2026


Fees: ₹7,000

 

Discounts

Our conceptual design competition is excited to announce exclusive discounts for university students. These discounts are intended to promote extensive participation and nurture a spirit of creativity and innovation among students. We believe that by providing these incentives, we can create a dynamic and inspiring environment for young designers to thrive. Here are the details of the discounts available based on the number of individual or team participants registered from a single university:

 

DISCOUNT TIERS
 

5% Discount     : Available for universities that register 10 individual or team participants.

10% Discount   : Available for universities that register 20 individual or team participants.

30% Discount   : Available for universities that register 40 individual or team participants.

How to apply for discounts?

 

Prizes

Grand Prize
₹ 1,30,000 | E-CERTIFICATE | INTERVIEW | PUBLICATION
 

First Prize Winner

₹ 60,000    |   E-CERTIFICATE   |  INTERVIEW   |   PUBLICATION

Runner Up X 2

₹ 20,000    |   E-CERTIFICATE   |   PUBLICATION

Special Mention X 2

₹ 10,000   |   E-CERTIFICATE   |   PUBLICATION

Editor's Choice X 1

₹ 10,000   |   E-CERTIFICATE   |   PUBLICATION

*Prizes are subject to number of entries received, if we don't receive reach the final stage of registration the prizes money slightly change - it can get higher or lower depending on the number of registrations.

 

 

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