School of Design

At the UPES School of Design, creativity and technology go hand-in-hand. We have state-of-the-art infrastructure to support technology-enabled learning: An AR/VR lab, film and media lab, MAC lab, 3D-printing, and laser-cutting facilities, to name a few. Our curriculum focuses on speculative skills or future casting, as well as knowledge and skill-building on the technologies of the future.

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Programs & Specialisations offered

LPA Highest CTC in 2024

100⁺

Placement Offers in 2024*

46^th

Rank in India in the University category, NIRF 2024

Confluence of creativity, culture and technology

UPES School of Design fosters a vibrant ecosystem where students and faculty explore the intersection of artistic expression, cultural heritage, and cutting-edge technology. It emphasises the role of design in documenting and safeguarding cultural heritage for future generations, using technology as a medium for preservation and storytelling. By fostering creativity rooted in cultural authenticity, the school empowers students to create meaningful solutions that not only innovate, but also honour and preserve cultural legacies, bridging the past, present, and future.

The school integrates emerging technologies like AR/VR and AI into design education, empowering students to redefine possibilities in fields ranging from architecture to product innovation. It nurtures designers who create impact-driven solutions that enrich communities, preserve cultural legacies, and contribute to the country’s socio-economic development. Through real-world projects and collaborations, students design for the greater good, bridging the gap between tradition and modernity.

The school also champions transdisciplinary initiatives for holistic problem-solving. Collaborating across disciplines, students and faculty create innovative solutions that blend insights from science, technology, business, and the arts.

As a hub of creative exploration and innovation, the School of Design equips future designers to shape a world where creativity, culture and technology meld to inspire progress and inclusivity.

Unmatched
Global
Opportunities

Student exchange opportunities at BESIGN-The Sustainable Design School, France; L’Ecole de Design Atlantique, France; and HSE University, Russia
Global Pathway Program and Master’s Progression to Nottingham Trent University, UK
Semester Abroad Opportunity at UC Berkeley, USA
Assistance for International Internships/Projects

Programs

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Faculty

Stories of Excellence

Beyond Classroom

From vision to reality, Maurizio Corbi's workshop was a masterclass in storytelling, creativity, and execution. 🚀

Our questions for Maurizio Corbi kept getting tougher, but the 65-year-old automotive artist and former Senior Designer at @Automobilipininfarinaofficial didn’t miss a single one.

Placements

The university boasts of a robust and efficient career services department. Its partnership with industries ensures that the students have adequate exposure and quickly get absorbed into professional roles on completion of their studies. UPES focuses on developing a world-class pool of young and talented professionals who are equipped to hit the ground running in their respective fields.