Our Globally Benchmarked Curriculum
Semester 1
Design, Systems & Visualisation Studio 1
Engineering Mathematics I Calculus & Linear Algebra
Physics of Engineered Systems
Computational Thinking & Programming 1
Making & Prototyping Lab 1
Communication for Technology & Design
Skill-Up Elective
Semester 2
Design, Systems & Human-Centred Studio II
Engineering Mathematics II — Probability, Statistics & Modelling
Computational Thinking & Programming II
Electronics, Sensors & Intelligent Systems
Data, AI & Emerging Technology Foundations
Materials Science & Engineering
Technology, Society & Sustainability
other design school?
after-thought.
Semester 3
Smart Product Design Studio I: Connected Devices & Digital Interfaces
Engineering Mechanics & Materials Science
Introduction to AI & Machine Learning
Statistics for Designers
Open Elective I
Design Communication & Sketching
Concepts and Sketches - Conceptual Visualization
Semester 4
Smart Product Design Studio II: Intelligent & Connected Products
Embedded Systems & IoT
Applied Machine Learning for Smart Products
Mobile & Web Application Development
Design Research Methods
Open Elective II
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Semester 5
Applied Studio I: Industry-Sponsored Smart Product Brief
Human Factors & Ergonomics
Cloud, APIs & Backend Systems for Connected Products
Professional Elective I (Track Course)
Professional Elective II (Track Course)
Design Ethics, IP & Law
Semester 6
Applied Studio II: Industry-Sponsored Smart Product Brief (cont.)
Entrepreneurship & New Product Development
Professional Elective III (Track Course)
Professional Elective IV (Track Course)
Summer Internship (Credit-Bearing, Assessed)
Open Elective III
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Semester 7
Capstone Studio I: Smart Product Venture / Prototype Development
Professional Elective V (Track Course)
Research Methods & Thesis Proposal
Industry Mentor Practicum
Seminar
Open Elective IV
Semester 8
Capstone Studio II: Major Project / Thesis with Research
Professional Elective VI (Track Course)
Industry Internship II / Practicum
Comprehensive Portfolio Defense / Viva
Core Track
Smart Hardware & IoT Product Engineering
AI-Native Digital Product Engineering
AI-Integrated Product Engineering
Graduate Pathways
Hardware-First Smart Product Engineer
Technical-Hybrid Engineer (Software & AI Integrated)
Honours-with-Research Pathway
Entrepreneurial / Venture-Development Pathway
Entrepreneurial / Venture-Development Pathway
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- Minimum 60% overall in Class XII
- Mathematics is a mandatory subject
- Minimum grades A, B, or C in any 2 subjects
- Plus a Grade B or above in Mathematics
- Total of 3 subjects required
- 3 Higher Level (HL) subjects
- 3 Standard Level (SL) subjects
- Mathematics is mandatory
of Human Behaviour
of Its Kind
New York reimagined for today’s
Indian context.
Also Makers
the people who design the world
you interact with.
Studio Experience
Disciplinary
Where concepts meet execution,
in and beyond the classroom.
Student Projects in Motion
Student Voices: Real Voices from the Program
Questions? We can read your mind
Yes, ATLAS ISDI School of Design & Innovation offers Communication Design as a specialisation under its 4-year B.Des program. The institute provides:
- Career guidance and industry exposure
- Support in portfolio development
- Assistance in exploring internship and placement opportunities
The communication design curriculum taught at ATLAS ISDI School of Design & Innovation differs from other courses teaching communication design because our curriculum has been designed in collaboration with Parsons School of Design. It helps students with:
- Visual communication and storytelling
- Design fundamentals and digital media practices
- Studio-based and project-led learning
- Real-world problem-solving through design projects
To apply for Communication Design at ATLAS ISDI School of Design & Innovation, candidates must have:
- A minimum of 50% in 10+2 (or equivalent) from a recognised board
- A Design Portfolio or take the Design Aptitude Test
- Personal Interview
Yes, students at ATLAS ISDI School of Design & Innovation may have opportunities to engage with industry professionals through:
- Guest lectures and workshops
- Project-based learning
- Exposure to real-world design briefs
These interactions help students understand industry expectations and practices.
There are many career prospects one can consider after graduating from Communication Design. The diverse field opens doors to many opportunities, such as:
- Graphic Designer
- Content Designer
- UI Designer
- Social Media Strategist
- Visual Designer
- Digital Interaction Designer
- Packaging Designer
- System Engineer
- Branding specialist
- Brand & Way Find Designer
Yes, ISDI provides global exposure for its Communication Design Students. We have a curriculum which has been designed in collaboration with Parsons School of Design. The curriculum covers:
- Global topics, which help students gain knowledge from a wide spectrum
- It helps students work on challenges which are prevalent in the field
- It allows students to understand in depth and apply the knowledge with live projects
- The curriculum integrates disruptive design sense with experiential learning
Yes, the Communication Design program at ATLAS ISDI School of Design & Innovation benefits from collaboration with Parsons School of Design. This ensures:
- Exposure to global design methodologies
- Contemporary and relevant curriculum frameworks
- A balance between conceptual and practical learning
























