Chandigarh

Yes, you can get admission in Fine Arts at Chandigarh University even if you did not study Maths in 12th. For this course, subject choice in school does not matter much. The main eligibility is very simple. A student should have passed 10+2 or an equivalent exam in any stream from a recognised board with at least 50% marks in total. Even students who have done a three-year Diploma in any branch with minimum 50% marks are also eligible to apply. So, whether you had Science, Commerce, Humanities, or any other stream, you can still go for Fine Arts. This course is made for students who are interested in creativity, drawing, painting, or design.

Chandigarh University do arrange special workshops for students of industrial design. The department conduct activities like bamboo art workshop where students learn about use of material in design. There are also sessions like automotive styling workshop led by industry experts, where students explore vehicle design. University also invite speakers from design industry to share knowledge about portfolio and future design trends. Students also go for industrial visits like the one at Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology, Baddi. These workshops and visits help students connect with real world design work. It give them better exposure outside classroom. So, yes, special workshops are organised from time to time for industrial design students.

Industrial Design students at Chandigarh University get to use different labs that help them turn concepts into real work. There is a CAD Lab where students learn software like CATIA, Pro-E and SolidWorks. A Model Making Workshop is also there which allows them to build 3D models and test shapes. For knowing about strength and behavior of materials, a Material Testing Lab is provided. Along with this students also practice in a Metal Craft and Carpentry Workshop where they can shape wood and metal for design projects. These labs are made to give a mix of digital learning and manual skills. It gives students a chance to work on real prototypes and understand materials in a better way. In this way theory is connected with practical skills.

After finishing B.Design in Fashion Design from Chandigarh University you do not just step into a single career path you actually get multiple options to choose from. Some students become designers working with retail brands or start their own labels, while others get into the business side of fashion like merchandising, buying or production management. If you are passionate about creativity you can work as a fashion stylist, costume designer or draping specialist. For those who enjoy communication and media, careers as a fashion journalist, PR professional or photographer are equally promising. I have seen many graduates even move into sustainable fashion projects or collaborate internationally because of CU's tie ups. The best part is that the programme equips you with both creative and entrepreneurial skills so whether you want to work with top companies or run your own venture you will be ready.

The department supports them to join such events so they can show their talent, get new ideas, and work with students from other places.
Students have taken part in many national-level contests and also won prizes. In the Arttd'inox 3D Challenge by JSL Lifestyle Ltd., CU students grabbed the first prize. In a case study contest by Saint Gobain, they stood as the First Runner-up at the national level. They also join the National Association of Students of Architecture (NASA) events, where zonal competitions and workshops give them more exposure. These achievements show how the department encourages creativity and provides platforms where students can test their skills and gain real-world experience.