M.Des

Manipal School of Architecture and Planning (MSAP) offers two courses in M.Des: Sustainable Design and Interior Design. Both courses are of 2 years duration and have a fee of 3,26,000 per year. The eligibility criteria for both courses is to pass in B.Arch. / B.Tech. (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical) from a recognised University, with minimum 50 % aggregate marks or equivalent. The selection process involves a Home Based Test followed by a Personal Interview.

MSAP is ranked 2nd among all top architecture colleges in private by IIRF- 2023, 3rd among all colleges in private by Outlook- ICARE in 2022, is ranked 18th among top architectural schools in the country, in NIRF, 2021, is also ranked 2nd among all colleges in private by Outlook- ICARE, the weekly news magazine, and is also ranked 9th in top architectural colleges in India by India Today1. It is recognised by the Council of Architecture (CoA), New Delhi, India and is an Institutional Member, of Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH), New Delhi.

MSAP has well-equipped design studios, library, CAD lab, sustainability and climatology lab, and seminar halls. It also has highly qualified and experienced faculty members in the domain of sustainable design and interior design. The courses cover high demand areas of building performance and simulation, sustainable and green building design, design computing, building automation, net-zero energy buildings, energy economics, etc. for sustainable design; and contemporary interior design environment, research, theory, design education and practice for interior design.

SMAID (Shantaben Manubhai Patel School of Studies and Research in Architecture and Interior Design) is a good college for pursuing M.Des (Master of Design) in User Interface and User Experience Design. The college offers a 2-year full-time course that focuses on designing interactive and user-friendly digital products and services. The course covers topics such as user research, usability testing, prototyping, visual design, information architecture, interaction design, and user interface design1. The course also includes electives, internships, exchange programs, and research opportunities for students to enhance their skills and knowledge. The course prepares students for careers in various domains such as web design, mobile app design, software design, game design, e-learning design, etc.

The admission process for M.Des at SMAID is based on the score obtained in CEED or DAT, followed by a personal interview. The fee for the course is INR 4.57 lakhs. The college has a spacious and green campus with facilities for design thinking and cultural activities. The college has a dedicated and experienced faculty with expertise in various domains of design and architecture. The college has a good placement record with reputed firms and organizations in the field of design and architecture.

If you are interested in pursuing M.Des at SMAID, you can visit the official website of the college or contact the admission office for more details.

Both SMAID and Gujarat University are reputed institutions that offer M.Des courses in different specializations. The choice of the college may depend on various factors, such as your interest, eligibility, preference, budget, and career goals. However, I can provide you with some information that may help you compare the two colleges :

• Specialization: SMAID offers M.Des in User Interface and User Experience Design, while Gujarat University offers M.Des in Industrial Design, Visual Communication Design, and Interaction Design. You should choose the specialisation that matches your interest and skills.
• Fee: The total tuition fee for the 2-year M.Des course at SMAID is INR 1.6 lakhs, while the fee at Gujarat University is INR 2.4 lakhs. You should consider your financial situation and the return on investment before choosing the college.
• Admission: The admission process for M.Des at SMAID is based on the entrance test conducted by the college, followed by a personal interview. The admission process for M.Des at Gujarat University is based on the score obtained in CEED or DAT, followed by a studio test and a personal interview1. You should check the eligibility criteria and the application process for both the colleges before applying.
• Placement: There is no information available about the placement record of M.Des graduates from SMAID or Gujarat University on their official websites or on the web search results. However, some of the top recruiting companies for M.Des graduates are Wipro Technologies Ltd, Eaton Corporation, Godrej & Boyce, Honeywell International Inc, Infosys Limited, Think Design, Craft Canvas, Lotus Design, etc. You should contact the placement cell of both the colleges to get more details about the placement opportunities and the average salary offered.

To sum up, both SMAID and Gujarat University are good options for pursuing M.Des, but they have their own strengths and weaknesses. You should consider your personal interests, aptitude, goals, and financial situation before making a final decision. You can visit the official websites of both the colleges to learn more about their admission process, fee structure, courses offered, and other details. 

M.Des at ImaginXP and JLU Bhopal are both reputed institutions that offer quality education in design. However, they have some differences in terms of courses, fees, placements, and ranking. Here are some points to consider:

• Courses: ImaginXP offers M.Des in UX Design, while JLU Bhopal offers M.Des in Communication Design, Fashion Design, and Interior Design. Depending on your interest and career goals, you may prefer one specialisation over another.
• Fees: ImaginXP charges 1,68,000 INR per year for M.Des in UX Design, while JLU Bhopal charges 1,20,000 INR per year for M.Des in any specialization. The fee difference may be significant for some students.
• Placements: ImaginXP claims to have a 100% placement record for its M.Des graduates, with an average salary of 6.5 LPA. JLU Bhopal does not provide any specific data on its M.Des placements, but it says that it has a strong industry network and a dedicated placement cell. You may want to contact the alumni or the faculty of both institutions to get more insights on their placement opportunities.
• Ranking: ImaginXP is ranked No. 1 in India for UX Design education by India Today, while JLU Bhopal is ranked No. 2 in India for Design education by India Today. Both institutions have received recognition and awards for their academic excellence and innovation.

Ultimately, the choice between M.Des at ImaginXP and JLU Bhopal depends on your personal preferences, aspirations, and budget.

The NIFT Bangalore MDes admission process is a multistep process that all the aspirants needs to follow. To begin with, the candidates must check the eligibility and selection criteria of the MDes mentioned below:

Now, the candidates who matches the NIFT Bangalore MDes eligibility criteria have to visit the official website of NIFT to register their candidature and then appear for NIFT Entrance exam.

Further, the candidates are shortlisted based on their performance in the NIFT Entrance exam. Shortlisted candidates are then invited for the personal interview round.   

The final admission offers are given considering candidate's performance in the selection rounds. The table below shows the weightage assigned to each component considered before giving final admission offers:

The selected candidates can further confirm their seats by paying the admission confirmation fee.