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The fee structure for M.Des programmes at Manipal School of Architecture and Planning (MSAP) varies depending on the specialization. The fee structure for M.Des programmes at MSAP is as follows:M.Des (Sustainable Design): This is a 2-year full-time course with a total fee of INR 3.86 L. The annual fee is INR 1.93 L.M.Des (Interior Design): This is a 2-year full-time course with a total fee of INR 3.26 L. The annual fee is INR 1.63 L.However, the fee structure may vary depending on the admission process, scholarships, and other factors. You may want to check the official website of MSAP

Manipal School of Architecture and Planning (MSAP) is a reputed institution that offers courses in architecture, urban design, interior design, fashion design and management, and sustainable design at undergraduate and post-graduate level. MSAP is ranked among the top architecture colleges in India by various rankings, such as IIRF, Outlook-ICARE, India Today, and NIRF. MSAP has a campus with facilities for design thinking and cultural activities, and a faculty with experience and expertise in their fields. MSAP also has a focus on sustainability, heritage conservation, and participatory design in its curriculum and pedagogy.If you are interested in pursuing a career in design and architecture, MSAP could be a good option for you. However, you should also consider other factors, such as your personal interests, aptitude, goals, and financial situation, before making a final decision. 

The eligibility criteria for M.Des at Manipal School of Architecture and Planning (MSAP) are as follows:You need to have a bachelor’s degree in B.Des (Interior Design) / B.Arch / B.E. (Civil) / B.Tech (Civil) from a recognised university, with minimum 50% aggregate marks or equivalent.You need to submit a Curriculum Vitae (CV), a Statement of Purpose (SOP), and a Portfolio of Work (POW) along with your application.You will be selected based on merit, considering your academic performance, SOP, and POW.MSAP offers two specializations for M.Des: Sustainable Design and Interior Design. The duration of the course is two years. MSAP is one of the top colleges in Manipal for architecture and design courses, and is ranked 12th in the Architecture category by NIRF ranking 2020.

You can get admission to B.Des at Manipal School of Architecture and Planning (MSAP) with 60 percentile in ISC, as the minimum eligibility criterion is 50% aggregate marks or equivalent in 10+2 or 3 year Diploma from a recognised Board/ University. However, you will also have to clear a Home Based Test followed by a Personal Interview conducted by MSAP. The Home Based Test will assess your creativity, drawing skills, and design aptitude.MSAP is a reputed institute that offers courses in Architecture, Urban Design, Interior Design, Fashion Design & Management and Sustainable Design at undergraduate and post-graduate level. It is ranked 12th in the Architecture category by NIRF ranking 2020. It is also 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.

Both B.Des and B.Arch courses at Manipal School of Architecture and Planning (MSAP) have good placement opportunities. However, the median package and the placement rate may vary depending on the year, the discipline, and the category of the students. Here are some data points that might help you compare the two courses:The median package offered during MSAP Manipal B.Arch placements 2022 was INR 3.20 LPA. The placement rate recorded during MSAP Manipal B.Arch placements 2022 was 88%5.The median package offered during MSAP Manipal B.Des placements 2022 was INR 3.50 LPA. The placement rate recorded during MSAP Manipal B.Des placements 2022 was 90%.The notable recruiters for B.Arch students include CnT Architects, RSP Design Consultants, Gensler, Hafeez Contractor, Morphogenesis, etc.The notable recruiters for B.Des students include Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra, Urban Ladder, Pepperfry, etc.

The seat intake for B.Des at Manipal School of Architecture and Planning (MSAP) is 60. MSAP offers B.Des in four disciplines: Fashion Design, Interior Design, Product Design, and User Experience Design. The admission process is based on the Home Based Test followed by Personal Interview.

I can help you compare the two institutes based on some criteria, such as ranking, accreditation, curriculum, facilities, and placement. However, the final decision depends on your personal preferences and goals. Here is some information that might be useful for you:Ranking: According to IIRF-2023, Manipal School of Architecture and Planning (MSAP) is ranked 2nd among all top architecture colleges in private, while NITTE Institute of Architecture (NIA) is not in the top 50 list. According to NIRF-2021, MSAP is ranked 18th among top architectural schools in the country, while NIA is not in the top 100 list.Accreditation: Both MSAP and NIA are approved by the Council of Architecture (CoA) and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). MSAP is a constituent college of Nitte (Deemed to be University), which has been accredited with an ‘A+’ grade by the National Assessment & Accreditation Council (NAAC). NIA is affiliated with VTU Belagavi and the Indian Institute of Architects, Mumbai.Curriculum: MSAP offers a 5-year Bachelor of Architecture programme and a 2-year Master of Design (Interior Design) program. The curriculum at MSAP is designed to incorporate hands-on practical training with theory-based education so that students learn by ‘doing’. They can explore design through materials such as clay and wood. Structures are taught using models and real-life scenarios and students work with design professionals and learn under their supervision. NIA offers a 5-year Bachelor of Architecture programme and a 2-year Master of Planning (Urban Design) program. The curriculum at NIA is focused on urban planning, conservation, interior design, arts and product design. It also emphasizes on experiential learning, research, and innovation.Facilities: MSAP has a world-class campus with state-of-the-art facilities such as studios, workshops, labs, library, auditorium, cafeteria, hostel, sports, and healthcare. It also has an institutional membership of Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH), New Delhi. NIA has a modern campus with facilities such as studios, labs, library, auditorium, cafeteria, hostel, sports, and healthcare. It also has a partnership with Institute of Town Planners, India.Placement: MSAP has a dedicated placement cell that helps students find internships and jobs in reputed firms and organizations. The average salary package offered to MSAP graduates is around 6.5 LPA. Some of the top recruiters are Hafeez Contractor, CnT Architects, RSP Design Consultants, Gensler, and Arup. NIA does not have a placement cell, but it provides career guidance and mentorship to students. The average salary package offered to NIA graduates is around 4.5 LPA. Some of the top recruiters are Ar. B.V. Doshi, Ar. Charles Correa, Ar. Sanjay Mohe, Ar. Christopher Benninger, and Ar. Raj Rewal.

To be eligible for the M.Des (Interior Design) programme at Manipal School of Architecture and Planning (MSAP) in 2023, you need to have a bachelor’s degree in B.Des (Interior Design) / B.Arch / B.Tech (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical) from a recognised university, with minimum 50% aggregate marks or equivalent. You also need to submit a Curriculum Vitae (CV), a Statement of Purpose (SOP), and a Portfolio of Work (POW) as part of the admission process. The selection is based on merit and the quality of your CV, SOP, and POW. There is no entrance exam for this program.

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.

This is a difficult question to answer, as the placements of any institute depend on various factors, such as the academic performance of the students, the reputation of the institute, the industry demand, the location, and the economic situation. However, I can provide some information that might help you compare the two institutes.Manipal School of Architecture and Planning (MSAP) is a constituent of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), which is ranked 14th overall by NIRF 2020. MSAP has a well-organized placement team comprising faculty, students, and the associate director, which is responsible for the placement and entrepreneurship opportunities for the students. MSAP claims that over 200 firms across India and abroad recruit UG and PG students every year, both on-campus and off-campus. MSAP also offers a LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Lab program, which is recognised as the 3rd college in India to do so. MSAP has a fee structure of INR 2.6 Lacs per annum for the B.Arch course.NITTE Institute of Architecture (NIA) is a part of Nitte University, Mangalore, which is not ranked by NIRF 2020. NIA does not provide campus placements for its students, as it is a 5-year course with 10 semesters. Students have to search and apply for internships and jobs themselves. NIA has a vision of building a learning campus that supports creative exploration and nurtures the journey of students towards a meaningful architectural practice. NIA has a fee structure of INR 2.5 Lacs per annum for the B.Arch course.