Diploma in Footwear Design at Anjaneya University

If you are looking at Diploma in Footwear Design, Anjaneya University in Raipur runs it as a 1-year, full-time diploma course.

At its core, the programme covers design thinking, drawing, materials and digital tools, built around a portfolio of studio projects.

Anjaneya University is a other institute. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Anjaneya University — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most UGD programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations, the middle years go deep into the subject, and the final year is given over to electives, a major project and usually an internship.

Here that means design thinking, drawing, materials and digital tools, built around a portfolio of studio projects. Typical first jobs: designer roles in product, fashion, communication or UX.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask Anjaneya University for the current semester-wise plan.

Anjaneya University has not published a fee for Diploma in Footwear Design on our record yet. When you ask, ask for the total across all 1 years — not just the first-year figure — and whether hostel and exam fees are included.

To be considered for Diploma in Footwear Design, you usually need Class 12 in any stream.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through UCEED, NID DAT and NIFT. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check Anjaneya University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

Here is the usual route in:

1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
2. Take UCEED, NID DAT and NIFT and keep your scorecard.
3. Apply to Anjaneya University on its website (anjaneyauniversity.ac.in) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

Anjaneya University runs 10 UGD specialisations in all. Worth comparing before you decide:

• Diploma in Dance and Music
• Diploma in Multimedia and Graphic animation
• Diploma in Anchoring and Reporting
• Diploma in Journalism
• Diploma in Yoga Science
• Diploma in Photography
• Diploma in Jewellery Design
• Diploma in Hotel Management, Travel/ Tourism
• Diploma in Interior Designing

Before you decide, it helps to be clear on these:

• Are you genuinely interested in design thinking? You will spend 1 year on it.
• What will the full course cost, including hostel and living costs?
• What do recent graduates of this course actually go on to do?
• How does Anjaneya University compare with other colleges offering UGD in and around Raipur?