B.Des. (Hons.) in Animation and Digital Media at United World Institute of Design, GD Goenka University

If you are looking at B.Des. (Hons.) in Animation and Digital Media, United World Institute of Design, GD Goenka University in Gurgaon runs it as a 4-year, full-time undergraduate course. The total fee on record is ₹18.22 lakh – ₹24.22 lakh.

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

United World Institute of Design, GD Goenka University is a private institute. This page brings together what is on record for this course at United World Institute of Design, GD Goenka University — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most B.Des 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. Many graduates also go on to a master's degree.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask United World Institute of Design, GD Goenka University for the current semester-wise plan.

Here is how the fee on record breaks down. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to B.Des programmes at United World Institute of Design, GD Goenka University as a group.

2000

Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with United World Institute of Design, GD Goenka University before you pay anything.

To be considered for B.Des. (Hons.) in Animation and Digital Media, 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 United World Institute of Design, GD Goenka 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 United World Institute of Design, GD Goenka University 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.

For B.Des. (Hons.) in Animation and Digital Media specifically, the average salary on record is ₹3.79 lakh a year.

Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.

United World Institute of Design, GD Goenka University runs 6 B.Des specialisations in all. Worth comparing before you decide:

• B.Des. (Hons.) in Visual Communication
• B.Des. (Hons.) in Fashion Design and Styling
• B. Des (Hons.) in Global Design Programme
• B.Des. (Hons.) in Interior and Furniture Design
• B.Des.(Hons.) in Product Design

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

• Are you genuinely interested in design thinking? You will spend 4 years on it.
• Can you manage ₹18.22 lakh – ₹24.22 lakh over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
• What do recent graduates of this course actually go on to do?
• How does United World Institute of Design, GD Goenka University compare with other colleges offering B.Des in and around Gurgaon?