Eligibility criteria
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering /Architecture / Design / Interior Design or equivalent (4 year program after 10+2)
- Professional Diploma in Design (NID/CEPT or equivalent of a 4-year program after 10+2)
- BFA (4-year professional program after 10+2)
- Master’s degree in Arts / Science / Computer Applications or equivalent (2-year program after 10+2+3)
Work experience:
- Working professionals with a minimum of two years of experience from a registered organization/startup.
- The candidate should be currently working in an industry and a NOC should be obtained by the candidate from the industry in which he/she is currently working.
(The NOC should clearly mention that “Mr./Ms. XXXX has been working with us since XXXX and we have no objection to him/her registering for the online MDes program with IITH. )
Application Process
Application for DAT will be online through IITH portal. Call letter for the listed candidates will be sent through e mail.
Selection Process
The selection is a three step process. An online screening test will be conducted to shortlist for the DAT and personal interview. Candidates who are not appearing for the online screening test will not be considered for further admission process.
- Step -1: Shortlisting for DAT based on an Online Screening test
- Step -2: Design Aptitude Test (DAT) and Portfolio Review
- Step -3: Shortlisting for Personal interview based on step-2
Fee Structure
Recent updates on fee structure can be found here.
FAQ
What will be the class timings on weekdays / weekends?
Typically, classes will be conducted in the evenings from 5:00 to 8 pm on weekdays.
Will it be on-line live classes or recorded sessions?
Classes will be live and online.
Will I need to produce a work experience certificate from my current employer
Yes, work experience and NoC from the organization.
Will this course be completely on-line or will I be required to attend the college campus anytime?
You have to come to campus for the semester-ending reviews.
Are there any scholarship programs that I’ll be eligible for?
If you are working in a Government organization, there are reduced course fees.
Will students pursuing M Des online get placement opportunities?
As of now, there is no placement support for Online candidates since the course is offered for working professionals.
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Last Modified Date on 26th April 2024