M.Des. (Master Of Design)


Master of Design (Graphic / Product / User Exp)

2 Years – 4 Semesters – Full Time

Succeed as a Creative,Strategic, and Managerial Designer



Overview

The Master of Design (M.Des.) course at Vishwakarma University, Pune is aimed at developing the knowledge, skills, abilities, and aptitude in students to encourage them to creatively solve problems and develop a spirit of innovation in the industry. The programme endeavours to promote a long-term interaction and develop a symbiotic relationship between academia, industry, and government bodies. The programme offers three specializations including Visual Communication Design , Product Design , Interaction Design.

The Graphic Design programme focuses on visual hierarchy, typography, and pictures to create messages that are visually appealing and easy to understand. 

At our Product Design Course, we equip our students with a wide range of design skills and thought processes that allow them to articulate their design ideas and thinking. 

User Experience Design Course exposes the young learners to the various digital and research tools and the critical and creative concepts that will help design an excellent experience.


 
Outcome On successful completion of M.Des. programme at VU (A&D) the student will be able to :
1 Equip themselves to face challenges of the changing scenario of the industry and client needs.
2 Identify flexible design approaches for industrial solutions.
3 Research and apply various methodologies to get tangible outcomes or solutions with effective visualization.
4 Implement and combine arts, science and technology skills in a holistic way with user perspective.
5 Develop the ability to work as a team to achieve collective efforts towards an assigned goal.
6 Use technological expertise to solve design-related issues.
7 Observe, identify and analyze the design and development processes in the industry.


 
  • Popular degree programme which opens job opportunities in multiple sectors
  • An academic structure that develops the ability of critical thinking and solving a problem with the design approach for creating working prototypes
  • Relevant to changing needs of the society and industry
  • Multidisciplinary approach in pedagogy
  • 82 Credits (Learning Tutorials: Practice / Projects)
  • Option of pursuing Major (Concentration) + Minor Specialization.
  • Option to choose university level and department level minor elective and open electives

Mr. Nishant Kamboj
Faculty of Art & Design

Mr. Nishant Kamboj
Dean, Faculty of Art and Design
S. Sundara Mohan
Faculty of Art & Design

S. Sundara Mohan
Associate Dean ( Assistant Professor)
Mr. Prashant Aacharya
Faculty of Art & Design

Mr. Prashant Aacharya
Assistant Professor
Mr. Anand Shatrughna Pratap
Faculty of Art & Design

Mr. Anand Shatrughna Pratap
Assistant Professor
Mr. Akash Anant Alegaonkar
Faculty of Art & Design

Mr. Akash Anant Alegaonkar
Assistant Professor
Ms. Shivani Arvind Sawant
Faculty of Art & Design

Ms. Shivani Arvind Sawant
Assistant Professor
Mr. Satish Udebhan Shende
Faculty of Art & Design

Mr. Satish Udebhan Shende
Assistant Professor
Mr. Deepak Ramesh Giri
Faculty of Art & Design

Mr. Deepak Ramesh Giri
Assistant Professor
Mr. Arun Bhagwan Suryawanshi
Faculty of Art & Design

Mr. Arun Bhagwan Suryawanshi
Assistant Professor
Mr. Rahul Kiran
Faculty of Art & Design

Mr. Rahul Kiran
Assistant Professor

 
  • Take up careers in the field of Graphic Design as a design analyst, visual ergonomics, brand experience designer, design manager, creative director, senior designer, Web Designer, Graphic Designer, Brand identity consultant, art director, marketing manager, creative director, logo designer, illustrator, layout artist, visual designer, Design manager, event promotion, visual merchandising, system designer, interaction designer, etc. 
  • Take up careers in the field of Product Design as product/industrial designer, design analyst, ergonomist, packaging designer, design manager, creative director, senior designer, design production and management, furniture designer, space designer, CMF designer, transportation designer, product manager, Production designer, theatre/television/film, system designer, user interface designer, etc. 
  • Take up careers in the field of User Experience Design as UX designer, design manager, creative director, senior designer, copywriting and researcher, design production and management, system designer, system designer, user interface designer, interaction designer, UX design manager, data processor and analyst, web designer, etc.  
  • Can work with consulting firms or in software companies.
  • Pursue Careers in Academics and Research, Government and Semi-Government Undertakings & designer in not-for-profit businesses.
  • Start your own design firm.


 

“It was a wonderful experience to interact with the VU students. Enjoyed the day”.

-Prof. Mahesh Bangad, Founding Director, Studio 7. Inc

 

“VU has multi diversified specializations and functions professionally. The students are very responsive in my classes conducted for the design thinking center of excellence. My experience with VU is very exciting and I look forward to having continuous associations in the future”.

-Prof. Micheal Testanani from the Binghamton University State University of New York.

 

“Being a part of Vishwakarma University, I can surely say that it makes you feel at home! Professors that nurture you to the best of your abilities, a place that gives you the liberty to be yourself and explore around, a place which ensures your success and happiness forever. I am glad to be a student as well as upcoming alumni of this University.

Glad to be a part of the family!”

-Muskan Mandot, Student

 

“I am thankful to all the faculty members of Vishwakarma University for their continuous efforts and support. The College enhanced the creativity in me and made me realize my hidden talent for designing. I cherish every moment spent at Vishwakarma University. My graduation from Vishwakarma University has been a very interesting and awesome journey. At this College, I gained experiences that added a different perspective to my life. It feels great to be taught by amazing teachers. The time I have spent in this college is paving the way towards a fruitful and enriching career.”

-Sakshi Chopda, Student 


 
  • As per Times Higher Education Global Impact Rankings 2021, Vishwakarma University, Pune is featured in the top institutions amongst 1200 universities from 98 countries/regions. These rankings assess universities against the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  • Vishwakarma University is conferred with the Emerging University of the Year award in Western India by ASSOCHAM in its 13th Higher Education Conclave 2020.
  • Vishwakarma University Pune has been declared Winner for Excellence in Design Education Award at the World Education Award 2021(Higher Education) held on March 6, 2021 for the project “Industry on Campus and Industry Connect”.
  • Shreya Ekbote from Product Design dept., stood third in Logo identity design in 2017 organized by Banaras Hindu University

Option 1- Online Form Filling

Option 2 – Offline (In Person) Form Filling

Note: Vishwakarma University (VU), Pune charges an application form fee.


Passed Bachelors degree minimum 4 years duration. Obtained at least 50% marks (45% in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) in the qualifying examination.


As applicable for the UG / PG Programme

For Reserved Category Students – Caste Certificate, Caste Validity, and Non-Creamy Layer Certificate, are additionally required (over and above listed documents).

Last date of submitting all / pending documents: 31st August 2024





Separate accommodation and food facility for Boys and Girls on a first come first serve basis.

  • Hostel Charges: Rs 1,05,000/-
  • It includes a Mess (Breakfast + Dinner) and a Refundable Deposit of Rs. 5,000/-.
  • Laundry: Charged separately
  • Transport facility charges (optional and subject to the minimum number of students) are payable separately and will be notified in due course of time.
  • Visit https://www.vupune.ac.in/hostel to know more about Hostel.

Note: Refer to photo gallery for Hostel facilities.



Counselling & Admission Officers :

Mr. Ganesh Thite / Mr. Vinayak Shinde

Contact Numbers: 8669908324 / 8669908325

Timings: Monday to Saturday (9.30 a.m. to 6.00 p.m.)

Vishwakarma University, Main Building, Room No. 1006, Survey No. 2, 3, 4 Laxmi Nagar,

Kondhwa (Bk.) Pune - 411048.

Maharashtra, India.

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