Master Diploma in Visual Communication Design at IVS School of Design, Pitampura

If you are looking at Master Diploma in Visual Communication Design, IVS School of Design, Pitampura in Delhi runs it as a 2-year, full-time postgraduate course.

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

IVS School of Design, Pitampura is a other institute, founded in 1997. This page brings together what is on record for this course at IVS School of Design, Pitampura — 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 IVS School of Design, Pitampura for the current semester-wise plan.

IVS School of Design, Pitampura has not published a fee for Master Diploma in Visual Communication Design on our record yet. When you ask, ask for the total across all 2 years — not just the first-year figure — and whether hostel and exam fees are included.

To be considered for Master Diploma in Visual Communication 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 IVS School of Design, Pitampura'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 IVS School of Design, Pitampura on its website (www.ivsindia.com) 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.

IVS School of Design, Pitampura runs 9 UGD specialisations in all. Worth comparing before you decide:

• Master Diploma in Interior Architecture and Design (MDPIAD)
• Professional Diploma in Interior Architecture and Design
• Professional Diploma in Fine Arts (PDFA)
• Diploma in Vastu
• Professional Diploma in Fine Arts (Applied Arts)
• Diploma in Fine Arts (MDFA)
• Online PDFA in Applied Arts
• Master Diploma in Fine Arts (Applied Arts)

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

• Are you genuinely interested in design thinking? You will spend 2 years 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 IVS School of Design, Pitampura compare with other colleges offering UGD in and around Delhi?