Student Journey
Student Journey
Foundations & Broad Exposure
These courses will be taken up by all design students, irrespective of their intended specialisation
Students will be exposed to the breadth of design, so they can take an informed decision on their specialisation in Year 2.
Semester 1
Foundation Drawing I
Develops fundamental observation and visual communication skills through intensive drawing practice. Students learn line quality, proportion, perspective, light/shadow, and various media techniques. Emphasis on drawing as a tool for seeing, thinking, and communicating design ideas across all disciplines.
Design Fundamentals I (2D/Color)
Introduces principles of two-dimensional design including composition, figure-ground relationships, visual hierarchy, and color theory. Students explore point, line, plane, texture, and pattern through analog and digital exercises. Develops sensitivity to visual relationships essential for all design streams.
Materials and Making I
Hands-on introduction to materials, tools, and fabrication processes. Students explore paper, cardboard, foam core, wire, and basic modeling materials while learning workshop safety and craft techniques. Develops material intelligence and three-dimensional thinking through rapid prototyping and iterative making.
Design History and Culture I
Surveys the evolution of design from pre-industrial craft traditions to early modernism, with special emphasis on Indian design heritage, craft clusters, and vernacular design. Examines the relationship between design, technology, society, and culture through global and local perspectives.
Design Process and Thinking
Introduction to design methodology, problem framing, and creative process. Students learn ideation techniques, mind mapping, concept development, and basic design research methods. Emphasizes iterative thinking, embracing ambiguity, and developing a designer's mindset.
Communication Skills I
Develops written, verbal, and visual communication abilities essential for designers. Focus on clear writing, presentation skills, critique participation, and visual documentation. Students learn to articulate design decisions, write project briefs, and present work professionally.
Semester 2
Foundation Drawing II
Advanced observational drawing with emphasis on figure drawing, spatial representation, and experimental mark-making. Introduces storyboarding, diagramming, and technical drawing basics. Students develop personal visual language and explore drawing as ideation tool for their emerging interests.
Design Fundamentals II (3D/Form)
Explores three-dimensional form, space, structure, and volume through physical and digital modeling. Students study proportion, scale, balance, and transformation while creating objects and spatial constructs. Introduces CAD basics and relationships between 2D and 3D representation.
Materials and Making II
Expanded material exploration including wood, metal, textiles, and plastics. Introduction to digital fabrication tools (laser cutting, 3D printing) and traditional craft techniques. Students complete cross-material projects that integrate multiple processes and consider sustainability.
Digital Tools Fundamentals
Essential digital literacy for designers covering Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), basic CAD, and file management. Introduces digital photography, scanning, and output methods. Emphasizes software as tools for ideation and communication, not just execution.
Design History and Culture II
Continues chronological survey from modernism through contemporary practice, examining movements like Bauhaus, Ulm School, and postmodernism. Special focus on post-independence Indian design, global south perspectives, and emerging design practices in technology and sustainability.
Sustainability in Design
Introduction to ecological thinking, lifecycle analysis, and circular design principles. Students examine material choices, energy systems, and social sustainability through case studies and small projects. Addresses climate change, resource scarcity, and design's role in sustainable futures.
Foundations & Broad Exposure
These courses will be taken up by all design students, irrespective of their intended specialisation
Students will be exposed to the breadth of design, so they can take an informed decision on their specialisation in Year 2.
Semester 1
Foundation Drawing I
Develops fundamental observation and visual communication skills through intensive drawing practice. Students learn line quality, proportion, perspective, light/shadow, and various media techniques. Emphasis on drawing as a tool for seeing, thinking, and communicating design ideas across all disciplines.
Design Fundamentals I (2D/Color)
Introduces principles of two-dimensional design including composition, figure-ground relationships, visual hierarchy, and color theory. Students explore point, line, plane, texture, and pattern through analog and digital exercises. Develops sensitivity to visual relationships essential for all design streams.
Materials and Making I
Hands-on introduction to materials, tools, and fabrication processes. Students explore paper, cardboard, foam core, wire, and basic modeling materials while learning workshop safety and craft techniques. Develops material intelligence and three-dimensional thinking through rapid prototyping and iterative making.
Design History and Culture I
Surveys the evolution of design from pre-industrial craft traditions to early modernism, with special emphasis on Indian design heritage, craft clusters, and vernacular design. Examines the relationship between design, technology, society, and culture through global and local perspectives.
Design Process and Thinking
Introduction to design methodology, problem framing, and creative process. Students learn ideation techniques, mind mapping, concept development, and basic design research methods. Emphasizes iterative thinking, embracing ambiguity, and developing a designer's mindset.
Communication Skills I
Develops written, verbal, and visual communication abilities essential for designers. Focus on clear writing, presentation skills, critique participation, and visual documentation. Students learn to articulate design decisions, write project briefs, and present work professionally.
Semester 2
Foundation Drawing II
Advanced observational drawing with emphasis on figure drawing, spatial representation, and experimental mark-making. Introduces storyboarding, diagramming, and technical drawing basics. Students develop personal visual language and explore drawing as ideation tool for their emerging interests.
Design Fundamentals II (3D/Form)
Explores three-dimensional form, space, structure, and volume through physical and digital modeling. Students study proportion, scale, balance, and transformation while creating objects and spatial constructs. Introduces CAD basics and relationships between 2D and 3D representation.
Materials and Making II
Expanded material exploration including wood, metal, textiles, and plastics. Introduction to digital fabrication tools (laser cutting, 3D printing) and traditional craft techniques. Students complete cross-material projects that integrate multiple processes and consider sustainability.
Digital Tools Fundamentals
Essential digital literacy for designers covering Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), basic CAD, and file management. Introduces digital photography, scanning, and output methods. Emphasizes software as tools for ideation and communication, not just execution.
Design History and Culture II
Continues chronological survey from modernism through contemporary practice, examining movements like Bauhaus, Ulm School, and postmodernism. Special focus on post-independence Indian design, global south perspectives, and emerging design practices in technology and sustainability.
Sustainability in Design
Introduction to ecological thinking, lifecycle analysis, and circular design principles. Students examine material choices, energy systems, and social sustainability through case studies and small projects. Addresses climate change, resource scarcity, and design's role in sustainable futures.
Foundations & Broad Exposure
These courses will be taken up by all design students, irrespective of their intended specialisation
Students will be exposed to the breadth of design, so they can take an informed decision on their specialisation in Year 2.
Semester 1
Foundation Drawing I
Develops fundamental observation and visual communication skills through intensive drawing practice. Students learn line quality, proportion, perspective, light/shadow, and various media techniques. Emphasis on drawing as a tool for seeing, thinking, and communicating design ideas across all disciplines.
Design Fundamentals I (2D/Color)
Introduces principles of two-dimensional design including composition, figure-ground relationships, visual hierarchy, and color theory. Students explore point, line, plane, texture, and pattern through analog and digital exercises. Develops sensitivity to visual relationships essential for all design streams.
Materials and Making I
Hands-on introduction to materials, tools, and fabrication processes. Students explore paper, cardboard, foam core, wire, and basic modeling materials while learning workshop safety and craft techniques. Develops material intelligence and three-dimensional thinking through rapid prototyping and iterative making.
Design History and Culture I
Surveys the evolution of design from pre-industrial craft traditions to early modernism, with special emphasis on Indian design heritage, craft clusters, and vernacular design. Examines the relationship between design, technology, society, and culture through global and local perspectives.
Design Process and Thinking
Introduction to design methodology, problem framing, and creative process. Students learn ideation techniques, mind mapping, concept development, and basic design research methods. Emphasizes iterative thinking, embracing ambiguity, and developing a designer's mindset.
Communication Skills I
Develops written, verbal, and visual communication abilities essential for designers. Focus on clear writing, presentation skills, critique participation, and visual documentation. Students learn to articulate design decisions, write project briefs, and present work professionally.
Semester 2
Foundation Drawing II
Advanced observational drawing with emphasis on figure drawing, spatial representation, and experimental mark-making. Introduces storyboarding, diagramming, and technical drawing basics. Students develop personal visual language and explore drawing as ideation tool for their emerging interests.
Design Fundamentals II (3D/Form)
Explores three-dimensional form, space, structure, and volume through physical and digital modeling. Students study proportion, scale, balance, and transformation while creating objects and spatial constructs. Introduces CAD basics and relationships between 2D and 3D representation.
Materials and Making II
Expanded material exploration including wood, metal, textiles, and plastics. Introduction to digital fabrication tools (laser cutting, 3D printing) and traditional craft techniques. Students complete cross-material projects that integrate multiple processes and consider sustainability.
Digital Tools Fundamentals
Essential digital literacy for designers covering Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), basic CAD, and file management. Introduces digital photography, scanning, and output methods. Emphasizes software as tools for ideation and communication, not just execution.
Design History and Culture II
Continues chronological survey from modernism through contemporary practice, examining movements like Bauhaus, Ulm School, and postmodernism. Special focus on post-independence Indian design, global south perspectives, and emerging design practices in technology and sustainability.
Sustainability in Design
Introduction to ecological thinking, lifecycle analysis, and circular design principles. Students examine material choices, energy systems, and social sustainability through case studies and small projects. Addresses climate change, resource scarcity, and design's role in sustainable futures.