The Course

BVA/B.Des. in Product Design

Let your designs redefine products of the future!

Bachelor Degree | Bengaluru

These undergraduate programmes are designed for students looking to enter the design world, and provide a complete education allowing students to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue a career in the chosen field.

BENGALURU

Duration

4 years (full-time)

Eligibility

10 + 2 | PUC | Higher Secondary Education with 40% (in any stream)

Certificate Type

Bachelor Degree

Degree Issuing Authority

Bengaluru City University

Programme Overview

Students are encouraged to examine how to create solutions to satisfy the requirements of end-users. It allows them to sharpen their creativity by evaluating how an object functions by gauging human behaviour. The extensive curriculum is intended to educate students on the nuances of the product design discipline and the emphasis placed on functionality due to the importance of designing practical products.

BVA/B.Des. in Product Design aims to impart theory and fundamental concepts of design. It teaches students the interaction of technology with the concepts employed in product creation. The programme teaches students to comprehend various visual and tactile concepts.
Students are encouraged to incorporate numerous media during the production practice session.
They are also encouraged to recognize prospects to use in their projects to increase their knowledge of alternative methods of creating work.
Through industry trips, students are provided with opportunities to discover and produce technological works.
Students will be able to grasp global sustainability initiatives by analysing core methodologies while handling real-life issues.

Analytical talents and the capacity to accurately assess a situation and identify potential areas for improvement. These skills are crucial for success in the field.
Build a teamwork mentality which allows to combine ideas and opinions to improve the product. This allows students to obtain different perspectives and come up with a cohesive solution to build a better product.
Creative thinking wherein the modes of problem solving can be applied to evaluate the current issue and devise a solution that will be more effective in the future.
Objective analysis of a thinking The more critical or dubious we are of our accomplishments, the easier it is to identify where errors have been made – don’t forget to use your imagination!

Semester 1

Language – I
Language – II
Open Elective
Design Language – I
Design Fundamental – I
Drawing Fundamental – I
Skill Enhancement Course
PE – Yoga
H&W

Semester 2

Language – I
Language – II
Open Elective
Design language – II
Design Fundamental – II
Drawing Fundamental – II
Skill Enhancement Course
PE – Yoga
H&W

Semester 3

Language – I
Language – II
Open Elective
Product Design thinking
Models, Mock- ups and Prototypes
Technical Drawing
Skill Enhancement Course
PE – Yoga

Semester 4

Language – I
Language – II
Constitution of India & Human Rights
Design Ideation
Materials and Manufacturing Processes
Digital Methods
Skill Enhancement Course
PE – Yoga

Semester 5

Design Ethnography
Human Factors, Ergonomics and Interface
Product digital rendering 1
History of Industrial design
DSE 1 – Camera and Film Editing
VOC1 -Vocational Course 1
SEC 4 – Cyber Security

Semester 6

Digital Skills and Fabrication
Introduction to UI Design
Product: Furniture design
Theory of design
DSE 2 – Game Design”
VOC2 – Vocational 2
SEC (2)/ Internship (2)

Semester 7*

Graduation Project I
Portfolio Development
Design Studio Management
Open Elective III
Design Thesis

Semester 8*

Graduation Project II
Internship
JD Design Awards

(Note – 7th and 8th Semester is as per the 2023 syllabus. Subject to change as per confirmation from the University.)

Case Studies– Explore the application of knowledge gained to real-world industry scenarios.
Industrial Visits– These trips acquaint students to the trends and requirements of the industry.
Self-Study– It acts as a beneficial tool to aid in classroom learning to explore subjects independently.
Classroom Lectures– Through lectures the students are provided with vital terms, facts and concepts.
Seminars– Presented by industry experts it is a gateway to learn from experts and helps to develop a broad perspective.
Studio / Workshop / Laboratory / Practical Sessions– Students gain insights into the technical areas that demonstrate diverse skill sets of the industry.
Demonstrative– Applied for necessary practical subjects.
Group Work– Is a dynamic and effective way to develop strong learning.

Internal Assessments– Provides an evaluation of students’ learning progression during the entire length of the course.
Projects– In-class and independent research projects undertaken to demonstrate students’ depth of understanding of the subject.
Semester Examinations– Assessments that test students’ knowledge and skills.
Presentations– Utilised for some subjects. It assesses students’ understanding and allows them to show their communication skills, proficiency, reasoning and to support the findings that are being presented.
Portfolio Assessment– This is used in few subjects and is a curation of work that showcases their learning curve from an idea to final execution.