B Des in Interior Design

B.Des in Interior Design is an undergraduate-level bachelor’s degree program in the designing stream that has a duration of 4 years. The course deals with the science and art of understanding and creating functional and appealing interior spaces within a building. B.Des Interior Design is an ideal programme for those candidates who are interested in building a strong career in the field of interior design. Not only does it enhance skills like creativity, pragmatic design thinking, etc. but it also imparts apt knowledge about the subject.

There are many popular colleges such as the Indian Institute of Art & Design (IIAD), Karnavati University (KU), CREO Valley (CREO), Lovely Professional University amongst others that also provide lateral entry admission in B.Des Interior Design to Diploma holders and other interested candidates. The course helps in exploring and ideating fresh designs and solutions to meet the evolving needs of society to build contemporary spaces. It also helps in comprehending new technologies and tools for material exploration, design development, marketing, and production. 

B.Des in Interior Design Course Highlights

Provided below are the key highlights of the B.Des in Interior Design programme:

The eligibility criteria of B.Des in Interior Design varies from institute to institute. Candidates are required to satisfy the same in order to apply for admission in the desired college. Enlisted below are the general eligibility criteria of B.Des Interior Design:

• Candidates must have cleared the class 12th examination or its equivalent from a recognized board of education such as CBSE, ICSE etc.

• Applicants must have completed class 12th in any stream (Arts, Science, Commerce, etc.)

• Candidates must have secured an aggregate score of 45%- 55% in the qualifying exam.

• Some institutes offer 2%- 5% relaxation in the qualifying exam for the reserved category candidates.

• A few institutes also release age criteria. It usually falls within the bracket of 20 years to 30 years.

• Applicants need to have the ability to think outside the box and must have creative skills.

The admission process for B.Des Interior Design depends entirely on the college selected by the candidates. Check out the selection process adopted by the design colleges for admission to B.Des in Interior Design here:

• Certain institutes conduct an entrance exam to shortlist deserving candidates. For example MUSAT (Mody University Scholarships cum Admission Test), SUAT (Sharda University Admission Test), etc.
• A few colleges enrol students based on their performance in academics. The higher the marks of an individual in class 12, the better his/her chances of admission.
• Some colleges also conduct portfolio evaluations and personal interaction rounds to identify interpersonal skills and screen the best candidates.

Given below is a list of top design colleges offering B.Des Interior Designing courses. To take any admission-related assistance, either dial the student helpline number 1800-572-9877 (toll-free) or fill- out the Common Application Form. Our admission experts would be glad to help you out.

Provided below is the year-wise syllabus of the B.Des Interior Design programme:

After completing the B.Des in Interior Design programme, candidates either go for a Master's degree or kick start their career. 

An individual looking for a postgraduate degree in interior design can go for an MDes in Interior Design programme from popular colleges such as Sharda University, Indian Institute of Art & Design (IIAD), Chitkara University, and Parul University amongst others. They can also explore various job profiles including the ones mentioned below:

Note: The figures mentioned above may vary from individual to individual and firm to firm. 

Following are the employment areas that offer jobs right after completing B.Des in Interior Design:

• Architectural Firms
• Interior Design Companies
• Retailers
• Construction Companies
• Designing Consultancies
• Event Management Companies
• Set Designing Companies (for Theatre, TV or Film)
• Exhibition Centers

The best part of pursuing a B.Des in Interior Design is that candidates with apt skills and interests can also work as a freelancer or become an entrepreneur. Those who are looking for a job can explore employment opportunities after B.Des Interior Design in the companies mentioned below:

• Interia
• Acropolis
• Tag Concepts
• Livspace
• Urban Ladder
• Effervescent Technologies Pvt. Ltd
• Bonito Designs
• Films Factor
• Inch
• Homeland