Design

To prepare for MDes entrance exams like CEED and NID DAT, you need at least 3 to 6 months to polish your drawing and sketching skills and practice reasoning and aptitude questions. However, how much time will be taken also depends on one's pace and ability to learn.

For admission in a UG Diploma programme at Hues & Styles Institute of Design & Management, it is crucial that the aspirant fulfills the course-specific eligibility criteria. Thus, only the aspirants who have Class 12 are eligible for admission. In addition, student should have passed the qualifying examination from a recognised board. Candidate must also hold the Class 12 mark sheet during application form filling and at the time of admission for verification purposes.

For UG Diploma course admission, candidates must meet the eligibility criteria set by Hues and Styles Institute of Design and Management. Aspirants should pass Class 12. The admission criteria for the course are based on CUET. The total tuition fee for this course is INR 1.4 lakh. Apart from this, a total of 30 seats are available for this course, respectively. 

Though it depends on the specialisation they choose, MDes students can opt for various creative working fields like Fashion Design, Product Design, Animation, Interior Design, etc. For instance, a Fashion Design student can seek employment in Fashion Houses, Media Houses, Retail & Merchandising, and so on industries. Similarly, a Communication Design student can opt for fields like Advertising, Digital Marketing, Publishing, Media Houses, etc.

Yes you can get admission to an MDes program without appearing for entrance exams in India. Some popular MDes colleges like Amity University, Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, JECRC University, Poornima University, Symbiosis Institute of Design, etc. offer admission on merit system.

Here are some of the most affordable MDes colleges in India:

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

Here are some popular Design books that every MDes student must read once:

• The Design of Everyday Things by Donald A. Norman.
• Universal Principles of Design by William Lidwell.
• 100 Things Every Designer Needs to Know About People by Susan M. Weinschenk.
• The Elements of Typographic Style by Robert Bringhurst.
• Emotional Design: Why We Love (or Hate) Everyday Things by Donald A. Norman.
• Design as Art by Bruno Munari.
• The Laws of Simplicity by John Maeda.

Here are some important documents you must carry during the MDes application process:

• Class 10 and 12 mark sheets
• BDes or any relevant bachelor's degree
• Passport-sized photographs
• A valid ID proof (Adhaar, Passport, PAN Card, etc.)
• Migration Certificate, etc.

Both the MBA (Master of Business Administration) and the MDes (Master of Design) courses are poles apart. An MBA is focused on business and management roles, polishing skills like finance, marketing, and strategy. Whereas, an MDes is focused on creativity and design disciplines.

Hi, yes, it's possible to become a Designer without opting for an MDes program. However, you'll need to fulfill the criteria set by the organisation you seek employment from. For example, if they require having a bachelor's degree in a specific discipline, you must fulfill the requirements.
Also, creating a strong portfolio to attract high-paying jobs and projects is also important. You can also gain experience from internships and apprenticeship programs.