Master of Design (Regular)

Master of Design (M Des) is a 2-year full-time program that aims to provide a broad understanding of design along with student-driven specializations in Visual Design, Product Design, and Interaction Design.
The program offers two types of seats,

• M Des (sponsored) seats are fully MoE funded. A valid CEED score is required for shortlisting for Design Aptitude Test (DAT) and personal interview conducted by the Department of Design, IITH.
• M Des (self-sponsored) seats are self funded with no scholarship in this category. Though CEED qualification is not mandatory for this category, an online screening test determines the shortlisting for Design Aptitude Test (DAT) and personal interview.

M Des in Visual Design
The two-year program in Visual Design is a window to the tangible and intangible expressions in Graphic Design, Typography, Illustration, Publication, and Visual Branding. It further extends to Moving Images, Animations, Film Design, Space and Architecture, Web and Interaction Design and newer technologies that demand user interaction and experience.

M Des in Interaction Design
The two-year program in Interaction Design is an opportunity to learn human, non-human, spatial and technological aspects of Interaction Design. The interdisciplinary nature of the courses at the design department nurture the student to explore Interactions in Physical space, Virtual Reality, Digital Installations, User Interfaces, Data Narratives, Digital Systems and Services, Speculative Futures and much more.

M Des in Product Design
The two-year program in Product Design is an opportunity to develop a hands-on capability to design products for various domains; ranging from consumer goods, crafts, electronics, healthcare equipment, furniture, automobiles and other evolving domains. This program also encourages students to be aware of best practices in sustainability and circular economy. Cross-Disciplinary aspects of Product Design and Interaction Design is another path students have an opportunity to explore further.