AI Engineering & Intelligent products
Graduates are equipped to build AI systems that are not only technically robust, but genuinely usable, explainable, and aligned with the people and institutions they affect.
AI Engineering & Intelligent products
Graduates are equipped to build AI systems that are not only technically robust, but genuinely usable, explainable, and aligned with the people and institutions they affect.
AI Engineering & Intelligent products
Graduates are equipped to build AI systems that are not only technically robust, but genuinely usable, explainable, and aligned with the people and institutions they affect.
Duration
4-Year Degree - B.Tech.
Eligibility Criteria
50% in Class XII or Equivalent
Maths, Physics and an additional Science Subject are Mandatory
Next Intake
July 2027
Session begins from 17th July 2027
The AI Engineering & Intelligent products programme is a four-year undergraduate engineering degree designed to develop technically rigorous AI engineers who are also capable of designing, governing, and being accountable for the intelligent systems they build. The program integrates a strong foundation in mathematics, computing, data science, and artificial intelligence with a distinctive design overlay that emphasises human-centred thinking, explainability, ethics, and system-level impact - graduating engineers who can work across the full AI lifecycle from problem framing and data engineering to model development, deployment, evaluation, and governance.
Digital 3D Modelling
Edge Computing
Ergonomics Engineering
Human Factors & Ergonomics Engineering
Product Innovation
Smart Product Prototypes
AI Design Engineer AI Product Designer
Generative & Creative AI Director
Human AI Interaction Designer
ML Systems MLops Engineer AI Venture Founder
Responsible AI Safety & Governance Specialist
Rita Ashra
Kanika Sharma
Divya Bindra
Ashutosh Deshmukh
Malvika Mahidhar
Sanjana
Mehta
Gavin
Remedios
Malvika Mahidhar
Rohan
Marathe
Janaki
Sonalkar
Jui
Karhadkar
Prathamesh Ambokar
Ashish
Kapoor
Manjit Singh Rajput
Sania
Sheikh
Ashish
Kapoor
Peeyush
Gupta
Ashish
Kumar
Jinal
Sangoi
Kanchi
Malhotra
Purushottam
Sawaran
Kushagra Gautam
Vipul
Mane
Sanjana Nanodkar
Shirali
Tyabji
Dr.
JyotiSaini
Mena Malgaonkar
Antara
Paul
Kanupriya Sharma
Rucha Suryavanshi
Mohit
Bhardwaj
Aashi lath
Assistant Manager - UI/UX Designer
Aastha malhotra
Senior User Experience Designer
Abha mehra
Executive Designer
Akanksha srivastav
UI Designer
Ananya gupta
Executive designer
Aveera juss
Lead Designer - HMI Design
Ayushi jhaveri
Graphic Designer & Social Media Executive
Chiraj rajdeo
Digital Studio Manager
Dhruvi shah
Designer
Ishani kulkarni
Think Design Collaborative
Jena shah
Art Director
Shreya shivakumar
Senior Graphic Designer
Vadanya Shrotriya
Associate Account Manager
Vani chandra
Digital Designer

Our Globally Benchmarked Curriculum

Semester 1

Think, represent, compute, and make.
Design, Systems & Visualisation Studio I
This studio introduces design thinking, observation, problem framing, visualisation, and basic systems representation through hands-on iterative projects.
Engineering Mathematics I - Calculus & Linear Algebra
This course introduces differential and integral calculus, vectors, matrices, systems of linear equations, and basic linear transformations as a working mathematical toolkit.
Physics of Engineered Systems
This course introduces mechanics, electricity, magnetism, energy, and basic physical principles underlying sensors, actuators, electromechanical devices, and the hardware intelligent systems run on.
Computational Thinking & Programming I
This course introduces programming fundamentals and computational thinking using Python. Students learn algorithmic problem-solving, control structures, functions, data structures, and file handling.
Making & Prototyping Lab I
This hands-on lab introduces physical and digital prototyping through materials, hand tools, basic fabrication, digital 3D modelling, rapid prototyping, and basic electronics.
Communication for Technology & Design
This course develops written, oral, visual, and professional communication for engineering and design contexts.

Semester 2

From concept to evidence and intelligent response.
Design, Systems & Human-Centred Studio II
This studio builds on Semester 1 by moving from problem framing to evidence-led intervention.
Engineering Mathematics II - Probability, Statistics & Modelling
This course introduces probability, statistics, uncertainty, basic differential-equation reasoning, and mathematical modelling for data-driven and engineering contexts.
Computational Thinking & Programming II
This course builds on Programming I through object-oriented programming, core data structures, file and data handling, modular software design, and documentation standards.
Electronics, Sensors & Intelligent Systems
This course introduces basic electronic circuits, analog and digital concepts, sensors, actuators, microcontroller-level interaction, and the role of electronics in intelligent physical systems.
Data, AI & Emerging Technology Foundations
This course provides a programme-neutral introduction to data and artificial intelligence.
Materials Science & Engineering
This course introduces the science of engineering materials - metals, alloys, polymers, composites, ceramics, and semiconductors - with emphasis on the relationship between material structure, properties, processing, and engineering performance.
Technology, Society & Sustainability
This course integrates professional values, environmental responsibility, sustainability, and societal impact in technology and engineering practice.
Why our Year 1 outpaces every
other design school?
ISDI School of Design
Multidisciplinary Exposure
Offers a Major–Minor Pathway where students combine core specialization with a secondary focus called a minor.
Integrated Design Thinking
Combines design thinking, observation, and research fostering strategic and creative problem-solving.
Holistic, Future-Ready Learning
Includes forward-looking courses like Sustainable System and Time, focusing on environmental impact.
Other Design Schools
Holistic, Future-Ready Learning
Other design schools follow single-track, restricting students to one specialisation throughout the program.
Theory–Practice Gap
Often separates theory and practice, introducing research much later as an
after-thought.
Aesthetic-Centric Focus
Primarily emphasizes form and aesthetics, with limited focus on sustainability or systems thinking.

Semester 3

From code to systems, with design as the integration discipline.
Data Structures & Algorithms
This course introduces fundamental data structures and algorithms underpinning efficient software and AI systems: arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, graphs, hashing, sorting, and searching.
Software Engineering with AI-Assisted Development
This course covers software engineering principles and system design for reliable, scalable systems: requirements analysis, architecture, version control, testing, and documentation.
Linear Models & Optimisation for AI
This course introduces linear models and optimisation techniques used in machine learning: linear regression, classification, least squares, gradient-based optimisation, and constrained optimisation.
Narrative & Content Design for AI Systems
This is a mandatory core course, not an elective. It teaches the craft of writing and structuring the content an AI system uses to explain itself to a real person.
Design Studio - Designing Intelligent Systems
This studio focuses on the design of intelligent systems combining computation, data, and human needs.
Open Elective I
This elective allows students to explore a topic of their choosing outside the core curriculum.

Semester 4

The first real machine learning, designed as something a person can actually use.
Machine Learning I
This course introduces foundational machine learning concepts and algorithms: supervised and unsupervised learning, regression, classification, clustering, feature engineering, model evaluation, and overfitting.
Human–Computer Interaction for AI Systems
This course examines principles and practices of human-computer interaction for AI-driven systems: interaction models, usability engineering, accessibility, interface evaluation, and user-centred design.
Data Engineering & Pipelines
This course introduces data engineering concepts for building scalable data pipelines for AI systems: data ingestion, preprocessing, storage, transformation, and basic workflow orchestration.
Visual & Motion Design for AI Interfaces
This is a mandatory core course, not an elective. It covers visual and motion design specifically for interfaces whose behaviour is probabilistic.
Design Studio - Human–AI Interaction & UX
This studio focuses on designing meaningful interactions between humans and AI-driven systems, exploring explainability, trust, feedback, and transparency.
Open Elective II
This elective allows students to continue exploring a topic of their choosing outside the core curriculum.
Why our Year 2 outpaces every
other design
school?
ISDI School of Design
Narrative-Driven Learning
This year’s curriculum nurtures creative storytelling and visual communication that connects culture, emotion, and message.
Thinking through Making
Subjects strengthen ideation, visualization, and identity design from concept to execution.
Design with Insight
Subjects help students link user understanding with hands-on interface creation and testing.
Other Design Schools
Limited Creative Integration
Often focuses on static design principles, with minimal emphasis on storytelling or cultural narrative development.
Technique over Thought
Prioritizes software proficiency over conceptual thinking and creative strategy.
Sequential, Not Synergistic
Research and digital skills are usually taught in isolation, delaying practical application

Semester 5

Going deep on models, while the studio stays in charge.
Machine Learning II - Advanced Methods
This course builds on foundational machine learning, introducing advanced methods used in real-world AI systems: ensemble learning, kernel methods, dimensionality reduction, probabilistic models, and model selection.
Deep Learning
This course introduces deep learning architectures and techniques powering modern AI applications: neural networks, backpropagation, convolutional and recurrent networks, transformers, and training strategies.
AI Systems Engineering & MLOps
This course focuses on engineering practices for building, deploying, and maintaining AI systems at scale: model versioning, data pipelines, continuous integration for ML, monitoring, and lifecycle management.
Responsible, Explainable & Ethical AI
This course examines ethical, social, and regulatory considerations in AI design and deployment: bias, fairness, transparency, explainability, accountability, and governance frameworks.
Applied AI Design Studio
This studio is the anchor course of the semester - the heaviest credit load - applying advanced AI techniques to real-world, human-centred problems under design leadership.

Semester 6

Making AI work at scale - and proving the design holds up.
Natural Language Processing or Computer Vision
This course introduces one major AI application domain - NLP or Computer Vision. Students study domain-specific representations, models, and evaluation techniques, applying deep learning methods to real-world datasets.
AI Product Management & Systems Thinking
This course introduces product management and systems thinking for AI-driven products: problem discovery, requirement definition, stakeholder analysis, system boundaries, and lifecycle considerations.
AI Evaluation, Testing & Validation
This course focuses on evaluating, testing, and validating AI systems beyond accuracy metrics: robustness testing, bias assessment, stress testing, monitoring, and post-deployment evaluation.
Advanced AI Studio - Systems Integration
This studio is the anchor course of the semester - again the heaviest credit load in the term - emphasising end-to-end integration of AI systems, combining data pipelines, models, interfaces, and deployment considerations.
Why our Year 3 outpaces every
other design
school?
ISDI School of Design
Cross-Platform Storytelling
Courses encourage narrative expression across print, digital, and interactive media.
Technology as Design Partner
Courses fuse coding, AR/VR, and data into the creative process.
Experiential Thinking
Courses emphasize creating sensory, spatial, and brand-based experiences that engage audiences emotionally.
Other Design Schools
Medium-Specific Focus
Learning is often confined to one format — print, digital, or motion — limiting experimentation across platforms.
Technology as a Tool
Digital tools are taught for execution, not as part of design thinking or concept development.
Static Presentation Focus
Projects are rarely documented or presented publicly, reducing real-world presentation experience.

Semester 7

Owning a real AI system in a real organisation.
Industry Internship (AI & Data Systems)
This internship provides immersive, supervised exposure to professional environments where AI, data engineering, or intelligent software systems are developed and deployed.
Capstone Preparation Studio - AI Systems
This studio prepares students for the capstone through structured problem identification, data assessment, system scoping, and solution conceptualisation.
Track Elective III (Creative & Communication AI Systems)
▸ 6 Track Options
Track Elective IV (Creative & Communication AI Systems)
▸ 6 Track Options
Professional Practice - AI Leadership & Portfolio
This course focuses on professional readiness for AI engineers and designers: developing technical portfolios, documenting projects, and building leadership, ethics, collaboration, and career-preparation skills.

Semester 8

Shipping a complete, defensible AI system.
Industry Capstone Project - AI Systems
This capstone is the culminating industry-engaged project of the program. Students work individually or in small teams within an industry, startup, research lab, or approved innovation setting.
Capstone Review & Technical Defense
This course provides the structured academic framework for periodic review, technical evaluation, and final defense of the capstone project.
AI Deployment, MLOps & Monitoring (Applied Module)
This applied module supports capstone execution by reinforcing best practices for AI deployment, monitoring, and lifecycle management.
Professional Ethics, IP & Compliance (Applied Module)
This applied module addresses professional, legal, and ethical responsibilities in AI system development and deployment: intellectual property, data protection, regulatory compliance, contracts, and responsible innovation.

Graduate Pathways

Graduate pathways indicate the specialized profiles that students attain by combining core subjects with certain electives—for example, Hardware-First Engineers, AI-Software Hybrids, or Venture Founders. They train students for a variety of industry professions, including hardware R&D and smart product leadership positions, as well as research and entrepreneurial enterprises.
Hardware-First Smart Product Engineer
The default core pathway producing IoT/embedded product engineers who specialize in bringing connected hardware from circuit design to full field deployment alongside studio design skills.
Technical-Hybrid Engineer (Software & AI Integrated)
A customized pathway for students using shared electives to pair hardware engineering with skills in building companion apps, directing AI software tools, or integrating computer vision.
Honours-with-Research Pathway
A research-focused academic pathway satisfying UGC research credit requirements, preparing students for research labs or advanced postgraduate studies.
Entrepreneurial / Venture-Development Pathway
A startup-focused pathway leveraging capstone projects and venture development coursework to prepare graduates as technical co-founders or startup product leads.
Entrepreneurial / Venture-Development Pathway
A startup-focused pathway leveraging capstone projects and venture development coursework to prepare graduates as technical co-founders or startup product leads.
Why our Year 4 outpaces every
other design
school?
ISDI School of Design
Integrated Professional Skills
Courses teach financial literacy, ethics, management, and entrepreneurship within the curriculum.
Research-Driven Capstone
Courses conduct in-depth research and iterative design to produce user-centered solutions.
Polished Public Presentation
Documentation, Presentation, and Exhibition teach students to professionally showcase work, and communicate their process
Other Design Schools
Skills in Isolation
Professional or business skills are usually taught separately, not embedded in design learning.
Output-Centric Projects
Capstones often focus on final deliverables without structured research or iterative mentorship.
Limited Exposure
Projects are rarely documented or presented publicly, reducing real-world presentation experience.
01
Submit the Application Form
Apply for July 2027 Intake
02
Technical Aptitude Test
03
Personal Interview
04
Final Selection & Offer Letter
Eligibility
Indian Boards (ISC / CBSE / State Boards)
  • Minimum 50% in class 12. Mathematics and Physics are mandatory along with
    any one of Chemistry/ Computer Science/Electronics/Information Technology/
    Biology/ Informatics Practices/ Biotechnology/ Technical Vocational subject/
    Agriculture/ Engineering Graphics/ Business Studies/ Entrepreneurship
A-Levels (UK)
  • GCSE/IGCSE Examinations of the approved British Examination
    Bodies, with minimum 5 (Five) subjects in A, B, C, D and E
    grades, including English at Ordinary 'O' Level and 3 subjects
    at Advanced ("A") Level has been equated with +2 qualification
    with Mathematics and Physics as a mandatory subject. Along with
    any one subject of Chemistry/ Computer Science /Electronics /Information
    Technology / Biology /Informatics Practices / Biotechnology /
    Technical Vocational subject / Agriculture/ Engineering Graphics/
    Business Studies/ Entrepreneurship
International Baccalaureate (IB)
IB Diploma Program-3 HL and 3 SL subjects with a minimum of 24 credit points.
(Physics and Math are mandatory subjects, and one subject is mandatory from
the below i.e Chemistry/ Computer Science/Electronics/Information Technology/ Biology/
Informatics Practices/ Biotechnology/ Technical Vocational subject/ Agriculture/
Engineering Graphics/ Business Studies/ Entrepreneurship)

IB Diploma Course (i.e. Certificate) Program-3 HL and 3 SL subjects with a minimum of 24 credit points.
(Physics and Math are mandatory subjects, and one subject is mandatory
from the below i.e Chemistry/ Computer Science/Electronics/Information
Technology/ Biology/ Informatics Practices/ Biotechnology/ Technical
Vocational subject/ Agriculture/ Engineering Graphics/ Business Studies/
Entrepreneurship)

IBCRSP(IBCP)
  • Students graduating with 03 DP Subjects (Maths’s, Physics,
    Chemistry, Biology or other similar subject) with at least
    01 subjects at HL Level and minimum 3 points in each DP
    subject.
  • Career Related Study (CRS) with at least 03 Subjects.
  • International Baccalaureate Career Related Study(IBCP)
    qualification with core components requirement awarded by
    International Baccalaureate(IB).
Why AI Integrated Design & Intelligent Products at ISDI
Design-Led,
Engineering Integrated
The AI Engineering & Intelligent products & Intelligent Products programme combines engineering rigor with design-led system thinking. Anchored within the ISDI ecosystem, the program treats design as a strategic differentiator for addressing bias, explainability, human-AI interaction, and responsible deployment.
No Comparator Owns the
Creative-Communication Angle
None of the three benchmarked programs build an AI degree around generative/creative communication work as a named specialisation. This program's one Track does, making it the only program in this comparison set positioned as the closest equivalent to a communication design degree with real engineering depth behind it.
Your Mentors Are
Also Makers
Learn from practicing designers, strategists, and studio founders,
the people who design the world
you interact with.
Everything is a
Studio Experience
Our classrooms are live labs. You’ll ideate, iterate, fail, restart, and refine in spaces designed for doing, not just thinking.
The Future is Cross-
Disciplinary
Work alongside fashion designers, product innovators, entrepreneurs, coders, and media artists, because good ideas don’t exist in silos.

Where concepts meet execution,
in and beyond the classroom.

At ISDI, every project becomes part of a career-ready portfolio. From hands-on labs and design sprints to brand collaborations, internships, hackathons, and industry showcases, you graduate with real-world experience and work that speaks for itself.
Repro House - For CD 3rd Year
Organized for 3rd-year CD students, the Reproscan Printing Press visit offered hands-on exposure to publication design, printing, and finishing processes bridging theory and practice while deepening understanding of the printing industry.
Visit to Swades Village
As part of the Design Research and Ethnographic Study course, Communication Design students from ATLAS SkillTech University collaborated with the Swades Foundation for a two-day immersion in Raigad villages, gaining firsthand insights into rural life, culture, and development initiatives.
Jaipur Immersion
The objective was to take them through the cultural, art and monumental heriatge of Jaipur. We also attended Workshops -Block printing , hand painting, Meenakari, Puppet making (storytelling) Meenakari jewellery. Blue pottery, Lac bangle making, Phad paintings
Workshop on block making
During their Jaipur trip, CD students explored the art of block printing, witnessing artisans carve intricate wooden blocks and trying the craft themselves, mixing colors, aligning patterns, and experiencing the joy of bringing designs to life.
Portfolio Review with Tanu Sinha (Design head Pepsico India)
3rd and 4th year CD students showed their portfolio work to PepsiCo and South Asia, head designer Tanu Sinha. She loved the work and gave them good feedback to improve on them. She was all praise for their maturity, skills and confidence in presenting.
Blue pottery workshop at Jaipur
During their Jaipur visit, CD students met skilled Blue Pottery artisans, learning about the craft’s Persian origins, Jaipur’s role as its hub, and the intricate process from molding to glazing while also understanding the challenges artisans face in preserving this traditional art.
Portfolio presentation to international faculty Amanda from Parsons.
3rd year showcased their brand and semiotics work to Prof Amanda, Parsons The New School and received feedback. She loved their work and gave some very positive feedback.
CD Students at WDCD
What Design Can Do (WDCD) is an international organisation that seeks to accelerate the transition to a sustainable, fair and just society using the power of design. Based in Amsterdam, with hubs in São Paulo, Mexico City, Delhi, Nairobi and Tokyo, WDCD started in 2011 and is initiated, curated and organised by creatives.
Climb K2 - 2 days
Organized by the Art & Design Department of Sophia Polytechnic, Climb K2 is a visual communication seminar that unites art students across Mumbai, featuring industry leaders who inspire through their creative journeys and showcase design’s transformative power.
Yutika Pandurkar - Branding
Rebranding Doy Kids Soap as a trusted, cruelty free, innovative brand for child skincare, combining its legacy offun and safety with modern advancements in natural and organic formulations.
Tanishka Shah - Print & Publication
This project explores pop-up techniques in publication design, using folds, tabs, and 3D mechanisms to enhance reader engagement and create dynamic storytelling experiences.
Varshitha Injeti - Sustainable Packaging
Made from agar-based bioplastic, this flexible, translucent material combines agar, glycerine, and water with natural dyes like turmeric, chili, and beetroot, plus flower petals for decoration air-dried to create a sturdy, biodegradable sheet.
Mayuri Shewale - Biodegradable watch case
Created from groundnut shells. Often considered agricultural waste, groundnut shells have garnered attention for their potential applications across various industries due to their unique chemical composition and properties.
Maize leaf envelope
This innovative packaging for jewellery is made from naturally dried maize leaves. The leaves are removed and dried, then a coating is applied to keep the from leaves from drying out. They are woven together like a mat, and cut tinto shape. They retain stiffness and can be lined with cotton or paper, making a good alternative to bubble wrap envelopes.
Visual narratives
The narrative, “Nostalgia Through the Senses,” follows Aisha as she returns home unannounced after months away. Each sensory cue sight, sound, touch, and smell evokes vivid memories, immersing her in moments from the past.
Siddhi Thakur - Consumer Psychology Tricks
The students were taught various psychology tricks that brands use to increase their revenue, gain more customers and make them loyal. The students then chose a brand of their choice and thoroughly studied the communication to identify the psychological tricks.
Sidharth Girish - Consumer Psychology Tricks
This jewellery packaging is crafted from naturally dried maize leaves, coated for durability, woven into mats, and cut to shape, offering a stiff, sustainable alternative to bubble wrap envelopes.
Janaki Pandit - Sustainable Packagaing - Cereals
This jewellery packaging is crafted from naturally dried maize leaves, coated for durability, woven into mats, and cut to shape, offering a stiff, sustainable alternative to bubble wrap envelopes.

Student Projects in Motion

Where creativity meets momentum

Student Voices: Real Voices from the Program

Hear from our students
I am loving the studio day and am enjoying watching what people are doing across teams
Janhavi Chaudhary
Class of 2023
We have learned so much about the industry. I am so happy to be practicing it now.
Arundhathy Varma
Class of 2025
I love our college, I am so proud of my college and excited for what’s next. I feel prepared thanks to everything my college has done for me.
Anushka Agrawal
Class of 2025
I’ve learned a lot at ISDI. I have had a great support system and thanks to that I have joined a company as a Lead Designer
Ishaan Moirangthem
Class of 2025

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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