Mathew George
Assistant Professor @Marian College Of Architecture And Planning
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WORK HISTORY
Assistant Professor @Marian College Of Architecture And Planning
Thiruvananthapuram, IN
At Marian College of Architecture & Planning (MCAP), I wear multiple hats that blend academia, leadership, and global engagement. As Assistant Professor and International Relations & Engagement Coordinator, my work extends far beyond the classroom — driving collaborations, empowering students, and shaping the institution’s international outlook. Academic LeadershipDeliver core teaching in architecture and urban design with a focus on research-driven, student-centric pedagogy.Guided multiple undergraduate thesis projects, mentored students in competitions, and served as examiner/evaluator. International Relations & OutreachSpearheading MCAP’s global engagement strategy, building academic bridges with universities abroad.Drafted and led collaboration dossiers, international MoU negotiations, and student exchange initiatives.Coordinated cross-border dialogues, workshops, and conferences that expand MCAP’s international visibility. Assistant Professor & International Relations Coordinator | Marian College of Architecture & Planning (MCAP) Institutional Contributions & Strategic RolesCore member of Admission Cell – playing a pivotal role in student conversion, enquiry handling, and brand building.Initiated and structured MCAP’s Media Cell, conceptualizing campaigns and driving digital visibility.Coordinated NATA Coaching Centre operations to support aspirants and strengthen institutional pipelines.Served in college-level committees and task forces with dedication, often stepping into roles that demanded initiative, resilience, and trust. Key AchievementsRepresented MCAP in national/international platforms, enhancing institutional reputation.Recognized for consistently delivering on multi-layered responsibilities with integrity and innovation.My journey at MCAP is defined by a constant drive to balance tradition with innovation, and to transform architectural education through collaboration, creativity, and human-centered leadership.
EDUCATION
APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU), Thiruvananthapuram
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Urban Design
Lingaya's Vidyapeeth
Bachelor's degree (WES verified ), Architecture
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Master of Architecture - M.Arch ( WES verified ) , Urban Design
ABOUT MATHEW GEORGE
Urban Designer | Academician | PhD Scholar in Regenerative Urbanism | Director — Architecture EducationI am an Urban Designer and academician with over a decade of multidisciplinary experience across urban design, planning, project implementation, and architectural education. Currently pursuing doctoral research in Regenerative Urbanism and place-based urban frameworks in Kerala, my work focuses on translating sustainability from policy and theory into measurable, community-centred urban outcomes.My professional journey bridges government-led urban implementation, international project exposure, and academic leadership, enabling me to operate across scales — from regional planning systems to design studios shaping future architects.My research and teaching interests include:• Regenerative and climate-responsive urban design• Transit-oriented and pedestrian-oriented development• Urban morphology and public realm design• Planning governance and implementation frameworks in the Global SouthAt Marian College of Architecture and Planning, I mentor undergraduate thesis and research students, contribute to curriculum development, and facilitate academic and international studio collaborations. My pedagogical approach emphasizes critical thinking, contextual design intelligence, and socially responsible practice.Previously, I served as Zonal Managing Officer and Strategic Implementation Lead for a Kerala State Government initiative, coordinating regulatory systems and spatial data integration across Trivandrum, Idukki, and Wayanad. I also bring international professional experience from Canada, where I worked as Senior Architectural Technologist on large-scale structural and transit-oriented community development projects.Beyond teaching, I have contributed to institutional development through academic process optimization, accreditation support, student mentoring, placement coordination, and industry engagement initiatives, with a focus on improving professional readiness and research culture within architectural education.My long-term vision is to contribute to policy-informed urban design, climate-adaptive regional planning, and academic research that directly informs governance and implementation mechanisms, particularly in rapidly urbanizing contexts of the Global South.I welcome collaborations in research, academic exchange, funded projects, and policy-oriented urban initiatives. Let’s connect to build cities that are not only efficient, but regenerative, inclusive, and humane.
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