School of Design and Innovation
B. Des. (Hons.) (Product)
Programme Overview
Product designers adopt a life-centred perspective when developing products and services, considering evolving user requirements, technological progress, and the growing importance of sustainability and well-being. Students are introduced to the complexities of crafting products while also being guided to reflect on the comprehensive service ecosystem connected to a product, which includes experiences, interactions, and support services.
Industrial Products
In this track, students gain expertise in designing products for large-scale industrial production. We employ a project-based learning approach, providing students with insights into product aesthetics, manufacturing technologies, materials, as well as strategies for business and market positioning
Semester – 1
- Drawing and Visualization
- Exploration with Materials
- Curated Coursera Course – 1
- Foundation Studio 1
Semester – 2
- Fundamentals of Design
- Digital Tools
- Curated Coursera Course – 2
- Foundation Studio 2
Semester – 3
- Form Studies
- Mastering CAD and 3D printing tools
- Product Design Studio 1 (Form)
- Minor – 1
- Minor – 2
- University Elective – 1
Semester – 4
- Human Factors
- Materials Science & Manufacturing Methods
- Product Design Studio 2 (Function-Blended)
- Minor – 3
- Minor – 4
- University Elective -2
Semester – 5
- Technically Complex Product
- Design for Industry 5.0
- Product Design Studio 3 (Technically Complex)
- Minor – 5
- Minor – 6
- University Elective – 3
Semester – 6
- Product Strategy
- Sustainable Design in Industrial Design
- Product Design Studio 4 (Strategy)
- Minor – 7
- University Elective – 4
Semester – 7
- Service Design & Innovation
- Design Management, Strategy & Ethics
- Design Internship / Summer School
- Product Design Studio 5 (System)
- Minor – 8
Semester – 8
- Capstone Coursera
- Capstone Research
- Capstone Project
- Minor 9
Lifestyle Accessories
In this track, students develop items or experiences that resonate with a specific lifestyle and the values and preferences of a specific target audience. These products frequently revolve around personal expression, aesthetics, and enhancing individuals’ ways of living
Semester – 1
- Drawing and Visualization
- Exploration with Materials
- Curated Coursera Course – 1
- Foundation Studio 1
Semester – 2
- Fundamentals of Design
- Digital Tools
- Curated Coursera Course – 2
- Foundation Studio 2
Semester – 3
- Form Studies
- Mastering CAD and 3D printing tools
- Product Design Studio 1 (Form)
- Minor – 1
- Minor – 2
- University Elective – 1
Semester – 4
- Human Factors
- Materials Science & Manufacturing
- Product Design Studio 2 (Function-Blended)
- Minor – 3
- Minor – 4
- University Elective -2
Semester – 5
- Crafting Relevant Lifestyle
- Design for Wellbeing
- Product Design Studio 3 (Complex)
- Minor – 5
- Minor – 6
- University Elective – 3
Semester – 6
- Consumer Product Trends & Market Insights
- Branding & Marketing
- Product Design Studio 4 (Strategy)
- Minor – 7
- University Elective – 4
Semester – 7
- Service Design & Innovation
- Design Management, Strategy & Ethics
- Design Internship / Summer School
- Product Design Studio 5 (System)
- Minor – 8
Semester – 8
- Capstone Coursera
- Capstone Research
- Capstone Project
- Minor 9
Digital Products
In this track, students develop items or experiences that resonate with a specific lifestyle and the values and preferences of a specific target audience. These products frequently revolve around personal expression, aesthetics, and enhancing individuals’ ways of living
Semester – 1
- Drawing and Visualization
- Exploration with Materials
- Curated Coursera Course – 1
- Foundation Studio 1
Semester – 2
- Fundamentals of Design
- Digital Tools
- Curated Coursera Course – 2
- Foundation Studio 2
Semester – 3
- Form Studies
- Mastering CAD and 3D printing tools
- Product Design Studio 1(Form)
- Minor – 1
- Minor – 2
- University Elective – 1
Semester – 4
- Human Factors
- Materials Science & Manufacturing Methods
- Product Design Studio 2 (Function-Blended)
- Minor – 3
- Minor – 4
- University Elective -2
Semester – 5
- Interaction Design & HCI
- Digital Prototyping & User Testing
- Product Design Studio 3 (Technically Complex)
- Minor – 5
- Minor – 6
- University Elective – 3
Semester – 6
- Design for Embedded System
- Hardware Software Integration
- Product Design Studio 4 (Strategy)
- Minor – 7
- University Elective – 4
Semester – 7
- Service Design & Innovation
- Design Management, Strategy & Ethics
- Design Internship / Summer School
- Product Design Studio 5 (System)
- Minor – 8
Semester – 8
- Capstone Coursera
- Capstone Research
- Capstone Project
- Minor 9
How To Apply
Register for RVSAT* – 2023
(RV Scholastic Admission Test (RVSAT) is the national-level entrance exam for all UG and PG programmes of RV University)
Apply Online to RVSAT here: https://admissions.rvu.edu.in/
RV University Selection Process
Applicants will undergo the RVU Selection Process depending on the programme they have applied for and their score in RVSAT
Selection letter
Subject to fulfilment of eligibility and admission criteria, applicants shall be issued a selection letter.
Programme Registration
Successful applicants in the above selection procedure shall be registered to the programme after receipt of registration fees as specified in the selection letter.
Provisional Admission Letter
Upon completion of the selection procedure for B.Des. admissions, applicants shall be notified about the admission and a Provisional Admission Letter shall be issued.
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