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SCHOOL OF DESIGN
- Partnership with IED (The Istituto Europeo di Design), Italy
- World-class labs and studios (Mac, CAD, Cintiq, Clay and Paint studio)
- Full-time member of the Cumulus Association and World Design Organisation (WDO)
B.Des. & M.Des. Admissions | UPESDAT
Last Date to Apply June 8, 2023
Date of Exam June 10-11, 2023
About School
UPES School of Design offers various programs like B.Des., M.Des., and B.Des./M.Des. The School of Design nurtures responsible designers who possess cultural understanding, are agile and have broad-based innovation capabilities; designers who can create intelligent, inclusive, sensitive design, whether to make big differences or small ones. With an infrastructure comprising high-end computer workstations, vacuum-forming machines, spray-painting booths, among other creative learning aids, and industry collaborations that interweave practical learning with classroom teaching, students learn to employ design-led problem-solving techniques to address the most pressing issues of the world.
Highlights
- Awarded Excellence in Design Education at the Adobe Education Leaders Summit and Awards
- World-class infrastructure consisting of more than 10 technology and art studios such as AR/VR, MAC, CAD, Cintiq and design studio, 3D printing machines and laser cutting machines
- Industry Alliances with Tech Mahindra, Desmania, Mosaic and more
- Multidisciplinary and Holistic Learning
- Placement assistance for up to 5 years
- Industry Experts on Advisory Board
- Unmatched Global Opportunities
- Semester abroad opportunity at The University of California, Berkeley
- Student exchange opportunities at the World’s Top Universities such as BESIGN-The Sustainable Design School (France) and Le Ecole de Design Atlantique(France), IED Italy, etc
- Semester abroad with a tuition fee waiver at UE Germany
- Co-teaching by International Faculty from the University of Europe for Applied Sciences (Germany)
- Undergraduate and Master’s Progression to Nottingham Trent University, UK
- Assistance for International Internships/Projects
*Placement statistics refer to the no. of students who have opted for and are eligible for placements
DESIGN YOUR OWN DEGREE
UPES’ curriculum framework is holistic in its overall structure and yet focuses on the individual need of the student to discover, experience, explore and challenge. Along with the core subject, students have the option to choose from subject-focused specialisations. They are also allowed to choose minor/exploratory subject from other schools at UPES that are: School of Advanced Engineering, School of Computer Science, School of Law, School of Business, School of Health Sciences, School of Design, School of Modern Media, and School of Liberal Studies.
Further, based on the multifaceted needs of the global workplace and evolving lifestyles, the curriculum offers Signature and Life-Skills courses through School for Life. To round off this learning experience, students are required to do mandatory internships in the social sector, government/public sector, and industry. The combinations available for students to pick and choose from are endless, ensuring both depth and width of knowledge.
PROGRAMS
UPES School of Design is one of the leading design schools in Dehradun, offering various undergraduate, postgraduate and integrated programs in different design subjects. With our innovative pedagogy, top-of-the-class design labs and alliances with industry leaders, students can be sure to develop a broad understanding of their subject, apart from sharpening their problem-solving skills and creative abilities. Explore the courses below to find the best degree program for you.
Undergraduate
The School of Design offers B.Des. in Fashion Design, B.Des. in Game Design, B.Des. in Animation and VFX, B.Des. in Graphics and Communication Design, B.Des. in User Experience and Interaction Design, B.Des. in Product Design, B.Des. in Transportation and Mobility Design and B.Des. in Interior and Retail Space Design.
Specialisation
Minors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design ,Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
Know MoreMinors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design ,Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
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Know MoreMinors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design ,Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
Know MoreMinors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design ,Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
Know MoreMinors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design ,Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
Know MoreMinors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design ,Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
Know MoreMinors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design ,Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
Know MoreIntegrated (B.Des - M.Des)
The School of Design offers integrated programs as well. Students can choose from B.Des.-M.Des. in Fashion Design, B.Des.-M.Des. in Graphics Design, B.Des.-M.Des. in Interaction Design, B.Des.-M.Des. in Product Design, and B.Des.-M.Des. in Transportation and Mobility Design.
Specialisation
Minors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design, Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
Know MoreMinors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design, Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
Know MoreMinors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design, Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
Know MoreMinors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design, Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
Know MoreMinors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design, Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
Know MoreUndergraduate
Specialisation:
Fashion Design
Minors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design ,Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
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Game Design
Minors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design ,Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
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Animation and VFX
Minors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design ,Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
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Graphics & Communication Design
Minors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design ,Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
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User Experience and Interaction Design
Minors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design ,Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
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Product Design
Minors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design ,Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
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Transportation and Mobility Design
Minors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design ,Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
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Interior and Retail Space Design
Minors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design ,Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
Know MorePostgraduate
Integrated (B.Des - M.Des)
Specialisation:
Fashion Design
Minors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design, Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
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Product Design
Minors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design, Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
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Graphics Design
Minors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design, Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
Know MoreSpecialisation:
Transportation and Mobility Design
Minors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design, Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
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Interaction Design
Minors - Service design, Psychology, Film and Video/ Photography, Social Impact Design, Robotics, Accessory Design, Exhibition, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Media Design, Minor in any Design Specialisation
Know MorePlacements
110+
Students Placed in 2022*
93.28%
Placements in 2022*
40+
Recruiters on Campus in 2022*
STUDENTS OF UPES
Harshul Verma secures 2nd runner-up position under the Transport Designer of the Year 2020
Aayush Bijalwan wins TVS Ntorq 125 Call of Design Season 2
GAC Sophon
Vishal Kumar Singh, Sudhanshu Pathak, and Bravin Balid, graduates, of Transportation Design, from UPES School of Design, designed the GAC Sophon featured on Automotive Design Planet.
Design Projects
Watch few of the innovative Design Projects created by UPES School of Design students.
Raymond Jude Jacob
B.Des
Kushagra Dhall
B. Des. Transportation
FACILITIES
Design Labs
Digital labs with powerful systems for 2D/3D simulation
Prototyping/3D Modeling
A platform for all the students across India, to present their creative and innovative solutions for real life challenges
Computing Centre
Advanced Computing Centre at UPES with world class facilities with network of more than 9000 computers
ADVISORY BOARD
Anuj Prasad
Founder and CEO, Desmania Design
Sanjaya Sharma
Founder and CEO, Recommender Labs
Darshan Gandhi
Global Head of Design, Godrej Customer Products Limited
Suresh Eriyat
Founder and Director, Studio Eeksaurus Production Pvt. Ltd.
Pankaj Jhunja
Head of Sustainability, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility & Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, TATA
Peer Mohideen Sathikh
Professor, Nanyang Technological University
Richard Van der Laken
Co-founder and Director, What Design Can Do
Vandana Bhandari
Ex-Dean Academics-NIFT, Author & Educator
Faculty
Dean & Professor
Professor
Professor
Department of Design
School of Design
School of Design
School of Design
Associate Professor
Associate Professor
Assistant Professor
Department of Design
EVENTS
Pune Design Festival
28 Feb - 4 March, 2022
World Design Challenge 2023
27th March, 2023
CERTIFICATES & ACCREDITATIONS
