OVERVIEW
Duration: 4 years
The approach of the Interior Design course is based on a concern for human beings and the creation of interior settings that support human activities and values. The focus of the program is to generate awareness on the functional and aesthetic qualities of design.
The Interior Designing course lays emphasis on the fundamentals of design, residential and non-residential space planning, as well as aesthetic and functional elements. This helps in the creation of an interior space, the elements of which define the quality and aesthetic taste of the designer. The designer himself is influenced by external factors, and implements various techniques of construction and presentation coupled with the fundamentals of business practice. The program lays focus on the consumer/user perspective, which provides the foundation for the interior design course work and practical experience. The students are exposed to every facets of interior design in conjunction with a strong business foundation.
The Bachelor of Interior Design program has 163 required credits spanning four years. The First Year provides a foundation in art, design theory, drafting, computer graphics & basic applications and enhancement of creative skills. The Second Year emphasizes technical skills including rendering, construction techniques, specifications & quantities, computer aided design and space planning. The Third Year prepares the students for the work-place through specialized and research-oriented subjects like design dissertation, design and project management, professional practice and preparing design portfolios.The fourth year prepares the students for advanced technological skills needed for specialty interior typologies through Design thesis, Electives and Professional training.
The Program offers two specializations in the Third Year
- Business Management
- Product Design
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
On graduation the candidate can qualify for a variety of jobs such as:
- Interior Designer / Consultant for Residential and Commercial Design
- Facilities Manager and Facility Developer, Event Manager
- Space planner
- Designer in department stores and retail outlets
- Product Designer in lighting and furnishings
- Sales Person in Real Estate Marketing
- Specialized Designer / Consultant for Furniture Design & Interior utilities
A student opting to discontinue B.Des. (ID) at the three year level would have to complete professional training at the end of the fourth semester to be eligible to be awarded B.A. (ID).
A student opting for B.Des. (ID) would have to complete professional training in the eighth semester.
ELIGIBILITY
Admission to the above programs is open to students who have passed the qualifying 10+2 examination or its equivalent from a recognized board with at least 50% aggregate marks.
Note: Adequate proficiency in English is a must for all programs.