Course Description

The Bachelor of Design (B.Des) is a 4-year undergraduate program that focuses on creative thinking, design skills, and technical proficiency in various design disciplines. This course equips students with theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and industry exposure required to excel in the dynamic world of design. Whether it’s fashion, interior, communication, product, or industrial design – B.Des aims to cultivate innovation, problem-solving, and a user-centric design approach.

Eligibility Criteria

• Qualification: 10+2 pass from any recognized board (any stream – Arts, Science, Commerce)

• Minimum Marks: Generally 50% (may vary by institution)

• Entrance Exams: NID DAT, UCEED, NIFT, CEED, AIEED (depending on specialization and institute)

• Popular B.Des Specializations

  • Fashion Design

  • Communication Design (Graphic/UI/UX)

  • Industrial/Product Design

  • Textile Design

  • Interior Design

  • Animation & Game Design

  • Transportation Design

  • Accessory Design

  • Visual Communication

• • Syllabus/Modules (General Structure)

     Year 1 – Foundation Year

    • Elements & Principles of Design

    • Drawing & Visualization

    • Colour Theory

    • Introduction to Materials

    • History of Art & Design

    • Digital Tools for Design

     Year 2 – Core Concepts

    • Design Process & Thinking

    • CAD & 3D Modeling

    • Human-Centered Design

    • Research Methodologies

    • Typography & Layout (for communication design)

    • Garment Construction Basics (for fashion design)

     Year 3 – Specialization Focus

    • Specialized Studio Projects

    • Industry-specific Tools (e.g., Adobe Suite, AutoCAD, Rhino, CLO 3D, etc.)

    • Sustainable Design Practices

    • Design Management

    • Electives Based on Interest

    • Internship/Field Project

     Year 4 – Professional Development

    • Capstone Project / Final Design Portfolio

    • Industry Internship (Mandatory)

    • Design Entrepreneurship

    • Seminars and Workshops

    • Portfolio Development

    Note: The syllabus may vary depending on the specialization and university.

    Career Opportunities

    • Fashion Designer

    • UI/UX Designer

    • Product Designer

    • Interior Designer

    • Visual/Graphic Designer

    • Animator & Game Designer

    • Textile Designer

    • Design Researcher

    • Creative Director

    • Design Consultant