The Master’s programme in Interior & Experience Design provides students with strategies to conceptualize spaces that cater to socially and culturally relevant factors, visual appeal, and pragmatic elements that constitute human utilization. The students get the opportunity to evaluate and investigate undertakings of varying scopes in the domain of usability and heuristic design, whether they are spatial initiatives or components within space. The students are encouraged to undertake both realistic and conceptual design proposals that challenge them to broaden their perspectives and develop as top-notch designers.
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– Spatial Design 
– Exhibition Design 
– Interior Styling & Creative Direction 
– Furniture Design 
– Parametric Design 
– Furniture, Craft & Accessory Design
– IoT-based Furniture Design 
The Interior & Experience Design curriculum at UID facilitates the students in developing their technical skills as well as their creative and analytical talents. Graduates with post-graduate interior design expertise have access to a wide range of possibilities. Today, students have the leeway to pursue and practice in the domain of their choice; as Interior Designers, Furniture Designers, Interior Stylists, Furniture Curators, Exhibition Designers, Exhibition Curators, Design Entrepreneurs, Design Writers, Design Curators, Set Designers, Digital Visualizers, User-Centric Design, Design Research, and many more. To foster a unique interdisciplinary perspective towards their future job possibilities, the UID Interior Experience Design curriculum allows students the freedom and opportunity to engage with others in their fields as well with other design domains.
The learning model at UID is incubated to create and adapt to an appropriate environment of learning that facilitates our students with new experiences. We make sure our learning model engages the learner into new dimensions of work. This model provides an environment for interactive student engagement and enhances the system thinking ability.
At UID, we believe that the experiential knowledge gained while developing and implementing this unique learning model is transferable to other disciplines as well.
Yes, you are eligible for M.Des. Interior Experience Design, irrespective of your choice of stream in bachelors. Curiosity and willingness to keep learning are the key traits of a design student.
Your portfolio should reflect your individual aesthetic and highlight your skills in 2D/3D visualization and sketching, 3D model making skills, the design process, 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 and doodling regularly as it helps you present your ideas. Start exploring and enjoying different mediums of sketching. Spatial and interior elements – specific drawings, orthographic drawing and digital renders will be a part of your courses at UID. .
The Interior Experience Design programme at UID offers a holistic, well-proportioned and hands-on curriculum with notable emphasis on industry required abilities.
M.Des. programme 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.
Research methodology and research writing are a constituent segment 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, spatial and interior elements. The trips may include visits to heritage places, industry visits, site visits, design exhibitions, art festivals, designs studios, industrial production units, etc. for an immersive experience as the 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.
Upon completion of their degree, the students choose one of the following:
• Have their start-up & become entrepreneurs. The Corporate Resource Centre at UID guides them as required.
• Go overseas for higher education. The International Relations Office at UID supports and guides the admission & visa process.
• 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:
• Continuous Internal Evaluation – It comprises of marking regular assignments during the semester. There are marks allotted for attendance as well.
• Mid-Term Assessment – Students are assessed via written exams and an internal review during the mid-semester.
• End Term Assessment – The final assessment 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 Maker’s 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, and 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 5 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.
