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B.Des.in Communication and Media Design (Animation & VFX) (Global Pathway Program) 

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  • Private Institute
  • Estd. 2013

B.Des.in Communication and Media Design (Animation & VFX) (Global Pathway Program)
 at 
UPES School of Design 
Overview

Total Tuition Fees

43.74 Lakh
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Duration

4 years

Course Level

UG Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

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B.Des.in Communication and Media Design (Animation & VFX) (Global Pathway Program)
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B.Des.in Communication and Media Design (Animation & VFX) (Global Pathway Program)
 at 
UPES School of Design 
Fees

Fee componentsAmount (4 years)
43.74 Lakh
30,000
44.04 Lakh
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B.Des.in Communication and Media Design (Animation & VFX) (Global Pathway Program)
 at 
UPES School of Design 
Highlights

  • UPES Applications Open for 2026: https://u.shiksha.com/SHKSHA/YqoF8f4G?open-reg
  • This program follows a unique structure of 2 + 2, where students study for two years at the UPES campus and then spend two years at a partner university abroad

B.Des.in Communication and Media Design (Animation & VFX) (Global Pathway Program)
 at 
UPES School of Design 
 
Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   In which specialisations does UPES School of Design provide BDes courses?
A: 

BDes is provided in specialisations such as Product Design, Interior and Retail Space Design, Transportation and Mobility Design, User Experience and Interaction Design, Graphics & Communication Design, Animation and VFX, and Game Design. Apply for admission as soon as possible if interested to study any of these specialisations. 

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Q:   Is UPES School of Design a good college for BDes?
A: 

Yes, UPES School of Design is a good college for BDes programme has state-of-the-art infrastructure which is capable of supporting technology-enabled learning. There is an AR/VR lab, Mac lab, film and media lab, 3D printing, and others. UPES School of Design has a partnership with the IED  (The Istituto Europeo di Design), Italy. It is a full-time member of the Cumulus Association and World Design Organisation (WDO). Further, the college also offers student exchange opportunities by collaborating with international universities such as BESIGN-The Sustainable Design School  (France), Le Ecole de Design Atlantique  (France),  IED Italy,  and others.

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Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for BDes at School of Design, UPES?
A: 

For admission to UPES School of Design, candidates must secure valid scores in accepted entrance exams. The school offers admission to BDes on the basis of the minimum aggregate of 50% in Class 10 and Class 12. Candidates must secure valid scores in entrance exams such of NID/ NIFT or candidates national level entrance exams such as UCEED/ JEE Main/ UPES DAT/ CUET or others. After qualifying throught the merit eligibility, candidates will be shortlisted for portfolio presentation and interview. After qualifying all the selection rounds, candidates must pay the fees to confirm the seat. 

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Q:   What are some of the core subjects included in the UPES School of Design BDes curriculum?
A: 

The core subjects under MDes at UPES School of Design aim to make students understand the advanced concepts of Design. Some of the core subjects included in the curriculum are:

  • Sketching
  • Form Design
  • Digital Sculpting
  • Clay Modelling
  • Vehicle Styling
  • Surface Design
  • Furniture Design
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B.Des.in Communication and Media Design (Animation & VFX) (Global Pathway Program)
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Placements

ParticularsStatistics (2025)
Highest SalaryINR 11.70 Lakh
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B.Des.in Communication and Media Design (Animation & VFX) (Global Pathway Program)
 at 
UPES School of Design 
Entry Requirements

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B.Des.in Communication and Media Design (Animation & VFX) (Global Pathway Program)
 at 
UPES School of Design 
Admission Process

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Important Dates

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COURSE
UCEED
UPES DAT
NIFT ENTRANCE EXAM
JEE MAIN
NID ENTRANCE EXAM
Dec 8, 2025 - Jan 16, 2026
NIFT Entrance Exam-NIFT 2026 application form OPEN (Regular fees)
Nov 1, 2025 - Jan 20, 2026
UPES DAT 2026 Application Date (BDes)
Jan 11, 2026
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B.Des.in Communication and Media Design (Animation & VFX) (Global Pathway Program)
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Students also asked

Q:   Who are the top recruiters of UPES School of Design?
A: 
The top recruiters at UPES School of Design in 2023 include: Deloitte, Amazon, Wipro, TCS, Accenture
Other recruiters at UPES include: BIBA, BRS, Cvent, CYware, Damiler, Dell, Desmania, Elysina, Genpact. 
 
 
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Q:   Is studying at School of Design, UPES expensive?
A: 

UPES School of Design offers courses such as BDes and MDes in various specialisations on the basis of entrance. The school offers respective courses for the durations varying from 2 years to 4 years. Furthermore, candidates must meet the eligibility criteria to secure a seat at UPES School of Design. The school offers respective courses at whopping range of INR 13.15 Lacs to INR 43.74 Lacs of tuition fees, which can be considerably expensive for the students. 

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Q:   Can I get into UPES School of Design without JEE Main?
A: 

Yes, JEE Main is only one of the accepted entrance exams for admission to the UPES School of Design. There are various other entrance exams accepted by the UPES School of Design which are  CUET,  NIFT Entrance Exam,  NID Entrance Exam,  UCEED,  UPES DAT, and others. Students can take admission through these entrance exams but if a student is applying through JEE Main, a valid score in JEE Main is necessary.

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Q:   How is the overall vibe of UPES School of Design?
A: 

UPES School of Design offers a fair balance of academia and cocurricular. The college has state-of-the-art infrastructure which is capable of supporting technology-enabled learning. In addition to this, it has a partnership with the IED  (The Istituto Europeo di Design), Italy. It is a full-time member of the Cumulus Association and World Design Organisation (WDO). School of Design UPES placement cell offers placement assistance to students. UPES Design School offers student exchange opportunities by collaborating with international universities such as BESIGN-The Sustainable Design School  (France), Le Ecole de Design Atlantique  (France),  IED Italy,  and others.

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Q:   Is the UPES School of Design good?
A: 

Yes, under the UPES Dehradun, the School of Design is a good college. The overall Shiksha rating given to this college according to the verified reviews is 4.3. UPES School of Design offers placement assistance to students. The highest package offered is INR 12.5 LPA. UPES School of Design has experienced faculty members holding more than 20 years of proven work and teaching experience. The infrastructural facilities are good. 

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