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.
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)
Fashion Design
Communication Design (Graphic/UI/UX)
Industrial/Product Design
Textile Design
Interior Design
Animation & Game Design
Transportation Design
Accessory Design
Visual Communication
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.
Fashion Designer
UI/UX Designer
Product Designer
Interior Designer
Visual/Graphic Designer
Animator & Game Designer
Textile Designer
Design Researcher
Creative Director
Design Consultant