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Explore Design.

Design education combines observation, making, visual thinking, research and iterative problem-solving.

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Degrees to explore

B.Des, M.Des and specialised routes in communication, product, interaction, fashion, spatial and service design.

Common admission routes

UCEED, NID DAT, NIFT and institution-specific portfolio or aptitude processes may apply.

What to compare

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Possible directions

Product, communication, interaction, service, fashion, spatial, motion and design research roles.

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