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ISDI provides B. Des to its students in various subjects. The undergraduate B. Des programme is a four-year course that enables students to enhance their focus on strategic thinking, design, and innovation.
The undergraduate B. Des program offers 7 programs in various design subjects, such as:
Communication Design
Fashion Design
Fashion Communication & Styling
Interior Design
Product Design
Strategic Design Management
Animation & VFX
The postgraduate programme focuses on entrepreneurial and design thinking skills.
ISDI is a well-known institution for many reasons. Its exclusive collaboration with Parsons School of Design stems from its position as a renowned institution. The key factors setting ISDI apart are:
Location: It is in the heart of Mumbai and surrounded by the best design organisations.
Industry-focused approach: With industry stalwarts and meteors guiding students, individuals not only learn from practical knowledge but also learn from experience.
Networking: Students can work and interact with professionals in other fields, strengthening their networking skills.
Global curriculum: The curriculum has been meticulously designed to prepare students for national and international work opportunities.
Experiential learning: ISDI believes in going beyond traditional learning, and utilises advanced technology to nurture creativity among students.
Yes, ISDI offers guest lectures and masterclasses as a part of the curriculum. International voices and mentors lead classes with its exclusive partnership with Parsons School of Design (Parsons faculty often visits ISDI and students learn from them here in India). Integrating a masterclass allows students to expand their cultural understanding, too. We introduce students to a variety of workshops and masterclasses that help expand their interests and solidify their vision.
ISDI hosted Parsons Week 2025, in partnership with ISDI, from March 23-28, 2025, featuring a week of design-focused events and sessions led by faculty from the renowned Parsons School of Design. During their visit to ISDI, they offered masterclasses and portfolio review sessions as well.
Yes. ISDI offers global opportunities, too. Students get opportunity to study overseas, during immersive excursion one such example is Paris where students visited colleges such as
Students can study in Paris and participate in industry visits and workshops.
Partnership with Parsons School of Design ensures that thinking strategies, global tools, and methodologies are a part of the curriculum.
ISDI stands out from other design schools through its partnership with Parsons School of Design. Its urban-rich culture setting ensures students learn thoroughly. ISDI stands out from other design schools due to its unique features:
A rich curriculum benefits from its collaboration with Parsons School of Design.
Real-world internships and masterclasses
Diverse networking
Strategic thinking nurtured by industry experts
Yes, the curriculum is developed in collaboration with Parsons School of Design. The B Des curriculum is meticulously designed to allow students to benefit from it. The global curriculum expands their horizon of understanding and ensures they are able to face challenges and secure lucrative opportunities.
The ISDI - School of Design & Innovation has received curriculum development support from Parsons School of Design since its establishment in 2013.
This unique partnership for curricular excellence ensures ISDI students have access to a global contemporaneity curriculum and proven teaching and learning methods enabling our students to be the design leaders of the future.
ISDI has designed its curriculum in collaboration with Parsons School of Design. The curriculum ensures academic excellence and alignment with industry by:
Design professionals design curriculum.
Professionals hold masterclasses for students to learn from experience.
Students are encouraged to take up projects which challenge them to face real-life design challenges.
Working on projects with industry-leading companies
Regular workshops held by industry professionals
ISDI integrates industry into its curriculum in several ways. We aim to blend classroom learning with real-world experience. The industry learnings are integrated through:
Masterclasses with experts
Industry-led collaborations and projects
Hackathon for understanding real-life disciplines
Visits to different design studios for better learning
Yes, ATLAS ISDI organises live projects with brands as part of its curriculum. The thoughtfully curated curriculum is in collaboration with Parsons School of Design. The curriculum includes internships with top brands. This internship nurtures
Applying theoretical knowledge to real-life problems
Strengthen problem-solving skills
Build a strong portfolio
Learn from the experience of senior citizens.
Guided by industry experts
ISDI has always aimed to create a safe and immersive campus as well as a learning experience for its students. With a thoughtful curriculum in collaboration with the renowned Parsons School of Design, every design module for specialisation is distinct and focuses on strengthening the design principles. The student experience at ATLAS ISDI includes:
Students get to participate in various competitions, which channel their design creativity.
Students are made to participate in various workshops.
Students have to work on several projects and increase their networking and communication skills.
Students participate in various college festivals and experience personal growth through faculty-led discussions and talks
ISDI has an exclusive campus. Renowned for its infrastructure and thoroughly curated curriculum, the institution allows students to widen their area of learning. With our recent NAAC A Grade certification, our campus provides its students with:
The campus features large laboratories, designer studios, fashion technology zones, and various other spaces where students can explore and showcase their creativity.
Immersive workshops for strengthening design principles, along with frequent visits to design studios, inspire the students.
Students can learn from experts through frequent immersive workshops held in design studios.
Design Studios
Fashion Lab
Product Lab (Workshop)
Fashion Studio
Digital + UX Labs
Maker Spaces
ISDI offers its students a variety of events for them to participate in and cherish their campus life. From flagship events to cultural events, ATLAS ISDI is always thriving throughout the year. Extracurricular activities offered by ATLAS ISDI are:
Design Events
Startup-Streets
Industry Masterclasses, Workshops, RTCs
Master’s Admissions Events
Placement & Career Events
Fests & Cultural Showcase
Hackathons & Challenges
Podcasts & Fireside Chats etc.
These interactions boost engagement by allowing students to display projects, share ideas, and connect with visitors.
Yes, ISDI requires an entrance exam for design programmes. The admission process has been designed to gauge the design skills and communication skills of the students. The ISDI admission entrance exam consists of:
Portfolio upload or design project holding a 40% weightage
The online aptitude test holds a substantial weightage of 40%.
Along with tests, there is a round of private interviews as well, which test the students' reasoning and analytical skills.
The process to apply for ISDI’s B.Des program is extremely simple. ISDI focuses on inclusivity, and our admissions process has been designed for individuals to seek their desired design specialisation. The admission process follows these steps:
Submitting the portfolio
Those students who do not have a portfolio can also complete a design project listed by ATLAS ISDI.
Along with submitting a portfolio and/or design project, there is an aptitude test which gauges the student’s communication skills.
The last test is the private interview test. This test allows our panel to understand the ambitions and goals of the students.
ISDI is among the renowned institutions for the B. Des Program. The eligibility criteria for ISDI are:
Students currently studying in Grade 12 and appearing for their 10+2 board exams are eligible to apply. This includes boards like:
CBSE
ICSE
HSC (Maharashtra)
IGCSE A-Levels
The IB Diploma Program (IBDP)
Any recognised national or international equivalent.
At ISDI, there is no stream restriction; students from Arts, Commerce, or Science backgrounds are welcome. What matters most is your interest in design, creativity, and innovation. So if you are a science student with a profound interest in design and art, you can give wings to your dreams here at ISDI.
Yes, students are required to submit their design portfolio. Students can:
Upload their portfolio while working on their IDSI Challenge
The portfolio should contain eight to ten pieces of your best work that proficiently display your design skills.
These pieces can be animated, painted, or sketched according to the student's preference.
Those students who do not have a portfolio can simply:
Complete the ISDI Design Project
Create a visual work inspired by any ONE of the given themes: One World | Tracing Nature | Translating Tomorrow
All forms of design are acceptable, including drawing, video, photography, sculpture, 3D work, collage, and digital images.
Support your project by writing a 500-word essay describing how you developed your ideas.
A. Yes, students who are not in a design program can also apply to study ISDI. We have always believed in inclusivity, and our dynamic selection process ensures that students from diverse backgrounds, including those without a design background, can apply.
Career opportunities after graduating from ISDI are innumerable. Graduates can work as:
Art Director
Brand Manager
Digital Transformation Analyst
E?commerce Brand Strategist
Design Consultant
UX Research Analyst
Strategy Consultant
Fashion Designer
ISDI has always believed in supporting students beyond their campus as well. Our committee works diligently to help students secure their desired jobs. ISDI assists students in building a strong portfolio by providing:
Hands-on experience working in a state-of-the-art lab with cutting-edge design tools.
A curriculum that emphasises experiential learning and interdisciplinary approaches will introduce projects that enable students to learn and overcome the challenges they regularly face in their field of study.
Our guidance and placement committee provides comprehensive support to help students secure the right internship and lucrative opportunities.
A. ISDI helps the students in building a portfolio and guiding them through job placements as well. We help students by:
Having projects which enhance their portfolio
Guest lectures and masterclasses
SOPs
Projects which are a compulsory part of modules
Documentation of the project as a part of the portfolio
ISDI always ensures a promising future for its students. Our committee oversees every student's secure internships with top organisations that match their specialisations and career goals.
Interns can work with renowned companies.
Work for esteemed designers
Gain hands-on experience with live projects and internships
Committees are made to make job hunting easy.
ISDI has an astounding record for placements. ATLAS ISDI has a placement committee which works dedicatedly for every student to ensure their placements. The committee guides the students to reach out to a job where their expertise can shine. The curriculum allows students to gain skills, which are:
Work for alumni organisations.
Work on certifications, which strengthen their credibility.
They should maintain an attractive portfolio that aids in securing better placements.
Yes, ATLAS ISDI supports entrepreneurship. The thoughtfully curated module, in collaboration with Parsons School of Design, is designed for students to learn about the principles as well as the dynamics of business. The curriculum is mostly aimed at:
The curriculum aims to integrate management with technology and emerging design principles in order to enhance students' skills.
Students are encouraged to join the evolving design ecosystem and become innovative designers or entrepreneurs.
The global immersion curriculum helps students understand the complexities of the business field, which arise in the design landscape.
Yes, ISDI graduates who have completed their design programme can effortlessly open their own ventures. This can be easily achieved because:
ISDI curates a curriculum that includes modules on entrepreneurial leadership. The modules encourage a business mindset with innovation and design in the lead.
The learning environment at ISDI is nurtured by a mentorship ecosystem where industry stalwarts lead masterclasses for students.
Students gain comprehensive knowledge about innovation, entrepreneurship, and practical challenges.
Graduates graduate with a mindset that combines design and entrepreneurship skills, which are crucial for their venture.
