B.Design (Hons.)
Global Design Programme

Duration

4 Years

Eligibility

10 + 2

Department of Global Design Programme

Campus

Ahmedabad / NCR / Bengaluru

Duration

4 Years

Eligibility

10 + 2

Department of Global Design Programme

Campus

Ahmedabad /
NCR / Bengaluru

Overview

The B.Design Global Design Programme at UID is shaped through careful research and meaningful collaboration with leading international design schools. The programme allows students to explore design challenges from a global perspective through a practical learning approach that includes experienced international faculty and learning across multiple locations. Based at the Unitedworld Institute of Design (UID), the programme offers students integrated exposure to four major global design and innovation environments. With a focus on developing responsible designers and thoughtful problem solvers, the programme encourages students to create positive impact on society, culture, and the environment. Through hands on projects rooted in local contexts and real social needs, students learn to design practical and relevant solutions.

UID’s Global Design Programme offers students a unique opportunity to study design across key design, cultural, and industry centres in the UK, Europe, Australia, and the USA. The four year B.Design (Hons.) Global Design Programme is ideal for students seeking broad exposure to interdisciplinary design learning shaped by multiple global contexts. Drawing from the studio practices and academic strengths of its partner institutions, the programme helps students build strong fundamentals and flexible thinking. Through collaborative studio environments, students develop ideas, learn from varied perspectives, and gain the ability to address complex design challenges with clarity and confidence.

Study abroad for 14 weeks from II year onwards
Interdisciplinary innovation-based design education
International exposure in global classrooms
Ideal for students planning to go abroad for further education

The B.Design Global Design Programme at UID is the result of extensive research and collaboration with top international design schools, revolutionizing design education in India. It offers students a chance to tackle design challenges from a global perspective, with an innovative learning approach that includes world-renowned faculty and a multi-city/country model. Nested within the Unitedworld Institute of Design (UID), the program transcends geographical boundaries, offering integrated learning in four leading international design and innovation hubs. With a focus on nurturing design leaders and creative catalysts, our vision is to empower students to drive positive change in society, the environment, and culture. Through project themes reflecting local design culture and social challenges, students gain practical solutions to real-world issues.

UID’s Global Design Programme envisions an unparalleled international education by uniting major design, cultural, and industry hubs like the UK, Europe, and Australia. The 4-year B.Design (Hons.) Global Design Programme integrates global best practices in interdisciplinary design education, drawing from partner institutions’ strengths. Through dedicated studio spaces, students collaborate to refine ideas, addressing identified problems holistically.

Study abroad for 14 weeks from II year onwards.
Interdisciplinary Innovation based Design Education.
International Exposure in Global Classrooms.
Ideal for students to go abroad for further education.

Program Curriculum

The global design curriculum at UID is designed to prepare students to tackle design challenges across international contexts. Through a multi-location study model in key design hubs across the UK, Europe, Australia, and the USA, students experience diverse design practices. Guided by experienced faculty and hands-on studio learning, the curriculum helps students build practical skills, broaden perspectives, and develop the confidence to create meaningful impact through design.

Areas of Specialization

Product Design
Visual Communication
Fashion Design
Interior Design
Design Research
Entrepreneurship

Career Prospects

UI/UX Designer, Brand Strategist, New Media Designer, Editorial Designer, Human-Centric Designer, Film-making and Animation Designer
Fashion Stylist, Fashion Designer, Lifestyle Accessory Designer, Brand Communication Professional, Trend Forecaster, Fashion Communicator
Product Designer, Furniture Designer, HMI Designer, Generative Design Strategist, Customer Experience Lead, Design Engineers, 3D Visualiser
Interior Designer, Exhibition Museum & Experience Designer, Retail Hospitality & Commercial Designer, Set and Spatial Designer, Immersive Experience Designer
System Designer, Service Designer, Design Researcher, Design Educator, Entrepreneur, Interdisciplinary Studio Founder

Program Curriculum

Areas of Specialization

Design and Innovation
Interdisciplinary Design
Social Innovation
Design Research
System and Service Design
Brand and Experience Design
Spatial Design

Career Prospects

The B.Design (Hons.) Global Design Programme empowers students to transcend borders with international faculty, diverse professional settings, and multicultural classrooms. Through collaborative learning and immersive experiences, students build connections with top international designers and explore global design opportunities, gaining a significant edge in their career advancement.