Yes, you are eligible for B.Des. (Hons.) Interior & Furniture Design, irrespective of your choice of stream in school. Curiosity and willingness to keep learning are the key traits of a design student.

Your portfolio should reflect your aesthetic and highlight your skills in 2D/3D sketching, illustrations, 3-D geometry, creative ability to think on paper and with material, basic knowledge of materials, textures, and colours, and your ability to work hands-on. You may also showcase your extra-curricular skills like photography, model making, digital rendering, presentation skills, etc. It is advisable to keep your portfolio concise and crisp.

Basic sketching skills will surely help you in the Design Aptitude Test. It is recommended to practise sketching regularly as it helps you to present your ideas. Start exploring and enjoying different mediums of sketching. Spatial and interior elements – specific drawings, orthographic drawings and digital renders will be a part of your courses at UID.

Knowledge of materials and model-making skills are not a requirement for admission; however, candidates should possess fundamental knowledge of some materials. Model-making skills and processes will be an integral part of the courses taught.

The Interior & Furniture Design programme at UID offers a holistic, well-proportioned and hands-on curriculum with a notable emphasis on industry-required abilities. The undergraduate programme – B.Des. (Hons.) in Interior & Furniture Design that spans 4 years has a balanced mix of theoretical and practical courses with courses such as Communication Practices, Interior Services, Design studios, Simple & Complex Furniture Design, Maker Labs, Fab Labs, and many more with an Internship in the semester 7 followed by a Graduation Project in semester 8. The postgraduate programme – M.Des. in Interior Experience Design, with a duration of 2 years has a varied cluster of courses ranging from Visual Aesthetics, Interior Systems & Services, Brand Design Management, Interior Experience Studio & Furniture Design with an Internship & Graduation Project in semester 4. Students get an opportunity to study an International language as well as opt from a bouquet of inter-disciplinary electives. Research methodology and research writing are constituent segments of the curriculum as well, wherein students can explore various avenues within the domain of design research.

Study trips are organized for students to sensitize them to the cultural influences that might affect the design of spaces, and spatial and interior elements. The trips may include visits to heritage places, industry visits, site visits, design exhibitions, art festivals, design studios, industrial production units, etc. for an immersive experience as per the requirement of the courses. The trips may vary from local visits to outstation travels for a few days. Faculty members also accompany the students on these study trips.

Our students have pursued their internships with organizations like Godrej, Hafeez Contractor & Associates, Liv Space, Burt Hill Architects, Landor & Fitch, HOF, FRDC, Bonito Designs, Shantanu Garg, Sahil & Sarthak, Figments Experience Lab, Studio RUH, Match Stix Art Direction and HPA – Hiren Patel Architects.

The students upon completion of their degree choose one of the following,

1. Have their start-up & be entrepreneurs. The Corporate Resource Centre at UID guides as required.
2. Go overseas for higher education. The International Relations Office at UID guides and supports the admission & visa process.
3. Get a job in the industry. The Corporate Resource Centre at UID works with the students from their Internship onwards for aspiration mapping & placement accordingly.

The evaluation for each course has the following parts-

1. Continuous Evaluation- It comprises marking regular assignments during the semester. There are points for attendance too.
2. Mid-Term Exam- Students are evaluated through written exams and an internal jury during the mid-semester.
3. End Term Exam- The final exam comprises of written paper for theory courses and an external jury for practical courses.

UID provides world-class facilities at its sprawling campus. The infrastructure includes a technologically advanced Felder Lab, a Makers Lab that includes 3D printers, an AR VR lab, machines for metal works, a fully functional wood workshop, a leather lab, a ceramic lab, audio-visual rooms, a library, an auditorium. All the classrooms are equipped with unique modern facilities and state-of-the-art equipment that provide an extensive experience in art and design. The campus also houses a Centre for Craft Innovation where students can engage in a symbiotic learning model with craftsmen & artisans from across the country for product development & diversification.

Classes are scheduled from 9 am to 4 pm on weekdays. Labs are kept open after hours at the request of students if required, safety precautions like masks, aprons, and gloves are all mandatory for the student’s safety.