Commerce

Chandigarh University does not restrict Fine Arts admissions to humanities students alone—it welcomes candidates from Science and commerce as well. As long as you have 50% marks in your 12th board exams, you can apply, no matter what subjects you studied. This flexibility is particularly beneficial for students who discover their passion for creativity later in school. For instance, a Science student with an interest in digital illustration or a commerce student curious about advertising can both pursue Fine Arts here. The curriculum is designed in such a way that it starts with foundational skills, making it easy for students from non-art backgrounds to catch up. This inclusive approach ensures that all aspiring artists—whether from commerce, science, or humanities—have equal opportunities to train and grow in the creative field.

Commerce students are completely eligible to apply for the industrial Design programme at Chandigarh University, provided they scored at least 50% in their 12th-grade exams. Having a commerce background can actually be advantageous in certain areas of design, particularly where creativity overlaps with business. For example, industrial designers often work on product that require market research, costing, and consumer insights—all areas where commerce students have prior exposure. The university trains such students in technical skills like 3D modeling, prototyping, and rendering, so the lack of prior technical background is not an obstacle. Many commerce graduates have found success in design consultancies, brand design, and product development firms after completing this course. CU emphasizes diversity in classrooms, so students from commerce, Science and arts collaborate on projects, enriching the overall learning experience. Creativity and curiosity are more important than academic background here.