Institute of Design, Nirma University, Ahmedabad: Courses, Admission 2023, Fees, Placement

Institute of Design, Nirma University (IDNU) was established in 2017. The institute is affiliated to Nirma University, one of India’s leading universities based in Ahmedabad (Gujarat). It provides an intellectual platform and opportunities for young aspirants to interact and learn through ‘learning to build and building to learn. Institute of Design offers professional education in two main disciplines:

B. Des. Product and Interaction Design
B. Des. in Communication Design

The 4 years Bachelor of Design program begins with a common foundation year. There is an intense 15 weeks of learning in each of the 7 semesters in the studios, classrooms, workshops and through fieldwork. It also includes learning through Apprenticeships and Internships which occurs during the summer vacation period each year. The 8th semester has a 4 months major research carried out in industries and other premier institute of national importance, on the basis of which the final Degree is awarded

Institute of Design, Nirma University Highlights

Official Website	https://design.nirmauni.ac.in/
Institute Type	Private
Entrance Exam	National: UCEED or NUDET
Admission Mode	Online (UCEED)/Offline (NUDET)

Quick Facts

Faculty with diverse backgrounds in Design and Engineering from premier institutes
Visiting experts from industries with extensive handon experience in their field
Dynamic course curriculum with a range of courses
Active learning environment
Outcome-based education & Project-based learning
Critical thinking methods
Interdisciplinary and collaborative learning with other institutes of Nirma Universityon campus
Hands-on practical experience through rigorous workshops
Repeative and fruitful discussions, presentation & feedback from mentors
Multi-disciplinary environment encouraging academic collaboration
Rigorous summer internships

Institute of Design, Nirma University Courses

The institute offers a UG course in Design. A brief about the same is given below:

Bachelor of Design (B.Des)

Specialization: Product and Interaction Design and Communication Design
Eligibility:
Passed 10+2 (HSC) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or 10+3 Diploma recognized by Central/State government.

And

Obtained a valid score in UCEED followed by Situation Test and Personal Interview.

Nirma University Design Entrance Test (NUDET)
Duration: 4 years
Intake: 40+40
Fees (INR): 3,19,900

Check: IDNU Courses and Fees

Institute of Design, Nirma University Admission

Visit the official website of the institute and click on the ‘Admission’ tab.
Go to ‘Apply’ and fill the application form carefully.
Pay the non-refundable application fee INR 2000 (INR 3000 for NRI/NRI Sponsored) via online mode through (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Transfer).
General/NRI sponsored candidates will be considered for admission on the basis of UCEED and NUDET results.

Selection Criteria

Candidates must have secured a valid score in Undergraduate Common Entrance Test for Design (UCEED).
Candidate must score in NUDET exam
Shortlisted candidates will be called for Situation Test and Personal Interview.
Merit Weightage: For the students applying this year, the following weightage will be given for each component of the selection criteria and composite scores will be computed based on the following:

Step 1: UCEED/NUDET Score 50%

Step 2: Situation Test 30%

Step 3: Personal Interview 20%

The Situation Test will evaluate the design aptitude of applicants with the objective of measuring skills in 2D and 3D visualization, creativity, handling of materials and dexterity of making.

Personal Interview of candidates will evaluate general awareness, aptitudes and interests, quality of responses to social and cultural issues, etc. Candidate’s ability to articulate thoughts through creative work done by the student (portfolio) may be shown to the Interview panel.

Mandatory Documents

The following documents are to be produced at the time of personal interview:

10th and 12th Mark sheet
School Leaving Certificate or Transfer Certificate
Diploma Mark sheet (if applicable)
Latest Passport Size Photograph

Additional Documents to be submitted by NRI/NRI Sponsored Category applicants:

Proof of Residence of Sponsor (applicable to NRI Sponsored applicant)
Passport of self and his/her Parents (applicable to NRI applicant)
Affidavit from Sponsoring person
Equivalence Certificate from Association of Indian Universities, New Delhi (if an applicant has passed the qualifying examination from outside India)
Passport of Sponsoring person (having signature of Sponsor) (applicable to NRI Sponsored applicant)
Any other relevant certificate

Institute of Design, Nirma University Placement

The Placement Cell of NU is a working body that counsels and provides training to the job aspirants before appearing for an interview. The cell provides full placement support to its students in all areas of professional education. The Institute of Design at Nirma University conducts Industry Training programs such as Design Workshops, Design Labs as well as Design Camps from time to time. IDNU invites Industry to work with the multifaceted faculty member team and student-designers on live working projects. The cell welcomes industry to sponsor classroom projects, summer projects and internships.

Some of the prominent recruiters of the institute are TCS Akash Institute, Adani Logistics, BDO, Care, Coffee Day Beverages, Dabur Ltd., Ford, NBC Bearing, Torrent Power, LNT Limited, Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd. and many more.

Institute of Design, Nirma University Activities

Mapping design
Building case studies in technology and design innovations
Creating new learning and teaching aids
User experience in products and services that are critical for urban, semi-urban and rural living
Strategic and sustainable design, issues of concern for citizens and nations in contemporary times
Documenting and creating visual narratives that motivate and compel viewers to humane actions