B.Design

India's only entrepreneurial design program for undergraduates

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Duration

4 Years

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Degree

Bachelors in Design

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Format

Residential

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Pick a specialization that aligns with your goals

UX & Interaction Design
UX & Interaction Design

Learn to design intuitive digital products and seamless user experiences by combining user research, prototyping, cognitive ergonomics, and interaction design principles for real-world applications

Communication Design
Communication Design

Master visual storytelling, branding, typography, and digital communication tools to craft compelling narratives that connect brands, products, and people across print, digital, and immersive platforms

Product Design
Product Design

Create innovative, functional, and sustainable products by applying design thinking, materials study, ergonomics, and prototyping methods, while solving real-world problems with purpose-driven solutions

Start strong with a foundation program and 10+ minors

Begin your learning journey with a unique one-year foundation program that's designed according to the New Education Policy (NEP). Pair your design major with 10+ inter-disciplinary courses that will teach you how to work across domains, solve real-world problems, and become truly career-ready.

Entrepreneurship

Use design-driven approaches to test and validate business ideas

Psychology

Understand user experience to design products that solve a consumer pain point

Computer Science

Explore how tech drives product innovation at scale across industries

Finance

Translate complex financial models into simple, user-friendly applications

Experience hands-on, skill-driven education

Program Hours

4
Years of
Immersive Learning
10+
Choice of Minors
& Electives
450+
Hours of
Learning by Doing
1900+
Hours of Instruction
50+
Mentors
20+
Classroom Projects
50+
Workshops & Masterclasses
80+
Modules
6
Semesters of Hands-On
Industry Training
7
Semesters of On-Campus
Holistic Learning

Software Skills

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Industry Exposure

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Study an industry-relevant curriculum

Build your foundationwith art, design, and digital fundamentals. By the end of Year 1, gain confidence in your creative abilities and develop a foundational understanding of design as a human-centered discipline.

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Foundational Skills

  • Art Fundamentals I & II
  • Design Fundamentals I & II
  • Digital Creativity
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Studio & Practice

  • Fabrication Lab
  • Form and Space
  • Design Studio
  • Material Study & Behaviour
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Theory & Research

  • History of Design I
  • Pre-Modern Perspective
 
 

Learn from an experienced design faculty

Partners & Mentors

Connect with esteemed partners and mentors who bring invaluable expertise, guidance, and industry insights

Coaches and Mentors

Harvard University
Microsoft
Amazon
Apple
Meta
IIT Delhi
Johnson & Johnson

Guest Lecturers From

Swiggy
BCG
Vaibhav Studios
Maruti Suzuki
Fabindia

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Unlock your potential with exposure that matters

Design internship in France

Sharon Saji, B.Design student, secured an internship at the renowned Domaine de Boisbuchet, a global design & architecture research center in France, stepping onto the global stage as an undergrad designer.

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Design internship in France

Emmy nominee teaches on campus

Our students learned from Vaibhav Kumaresh, International Emmy–nominated filmmaker and creator of India's most loved characters like ZooZoos and Lamput, during a workshop on campus.

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Emmy nominee teaches on campus

Startup incubation at ISB Hyderabad

One of our design students co-founded in.culcate, an app that turns India's past into captivating short stories. Backed by ISB Hyderabad, it won first prize at IIT Roorkee and third prize at IIT Kanpur.

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Startup incubation at ISB Hyderabad

UX India and global design exhibitions

Our students showcased at UXINDIA, India's biggest UX Design Conference that brings together designers, technologists, entrepreneurs, and educators from around the world..

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UX India and global design exhibitions

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FAQs

The duration of Rishihood University's Bachelor of Design Residential Program is 4 years.
The B Design course tuition fee at Rishihood University is Rs. 4.2 Lakh per year

Choosing the best specialization in B.Des depends on your interests and future career goals. At Rishihood University's School of Design, each program is designed to prepare students for high-growth industries and future jobs in design:

UX & Interaction Design (UXID):Careers in UX/UI design, digital products, AR/VR, gaming, and AI-driven experiences.

Communication Design:Opportunities in branding, advertising, visual communication, motion graphics, and digital media strategy.

Product Design:Careers in industrial design, furniture, packaging, wearable technology, and sustainable product innovation.

Every specialization has strong career scope in the 21st century—the "best" choice is the one aligned with your passion and skills. At Rishihood University, our mentors guide students to explore these design fields and build impactful, future-ready careers.

Yes, we have scholarships available in 4 categories.

Vidya Shree:Merit-based scholarships given to top scorers of entrance exams.

Next-Gen Women Leader:Available to problem-solving meritorious students with excellent leadership potential

Pragya Jyoti:Another Merit-based scholarship offered to needy students with excellent academic records.

Vividha Samman:A scholarship that gives a platform to talented students in design, visual and fine arts, sports or literature

Graduates of Rishihood's B.Des program work with tech firms, design studios, startups, and creative agencies. Entry-level salaries typically range from ₹4–8 LPA with many also pursuing freelance work or launching their own design ventures.