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Duration
2 years
Eligibility
Graduation From A Recognised University In Any Stream
Location & Seats
Bengaluru (30), Delhi-South (20), Delhi-West (50), Jaipur (15), Mumbai (20)
Overview
Interior Design (ID) seamlessly blends aesthetics and functionality to enhance people's quality of life. The Master of Design (M. Des.) in Interior Design at Pearl Academy is a one-of-a-kind program open to graduates from any discipline. It's purposefully designed to nurture well-rounded professionals who transcend design boundaries, emphasizing innovation, collaboration, and practicality. The program equips students with a strong foundation in technology, life skills, and a global perspective. Pearl Academy's Interior Design program shapes graduates into future leaders in the ever-evolving field of interior design.
Program Curriculum
The M. Des. in Interior Design at Pearl Academy offers a comprehensive and dynamic approach to interior design education. It's designed to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in the field. Students gain proficiency in cutting-edge technology, positioning themselves at the forefront of interior design. They also develop a global perspective, fostering cross-cultural collaborations and enabling designs that resonate with a worldwide audience.
Additionally, the program emphasizes the cultivation of Life Skills Leaders, ensuring graduates possess essential competencies like critical thinking, effective communication, problem-solving, adaptability, and emotional intelligence. These skills are vital for thriving in the rapidly evolving and collaborative design industry. Furthermore, there's a strong focus on Sustainable Design Advocacy, encouraging graduates to champion eco-friendly and socially responsible design solutions, contributing to a more sustainable built environment. This well-rounded education empowers graduates to become experts in specific interior design domains and make a substantial impact in the field.
The mode of learning
Our Interior Design curriculum seamlessly integrates the disciplines of art & humanities, science & technology, spatial design, and drawing & communication. On-campus learning offers hands-on experiences in collaborative studio settings while our online learning modules provide accessible education with interactive digital tools.
Master’s in interior design professionals have a wealth of work experience opportunities. They can work in diverse settings, including architecture firms, interior design studios, construction companies, and real estate development. Additionally, opportunities exist in hospitality, retail, healthcare, and residential design. Graduates can take on roles such as interior designer, design consultant, project manager, or sustainability specialist. They may also pursue entrepreneurship, starting their own design firms. With their skills in technological mastery, global design vision, life skills leadership, and sustainable design advocacy, these professionals are well-prepared to excel in a wide range of design-related careers.
In our two-year Interior Design program, students embark on a captivating journey of discovery and skill development. They establish a robust foundation in observation, visualization, materials, construction techniques, services, and design trends. Throughout the program, they design various building typologies, collaborate with international academic partners in the second year, and culminate their studies with research projects that equip them for success in the dynamic field of interior design.
A mandatory industry internship provides you with real-world experience and valuable industry connections.
Interior design offers diverse career opportunities. They collaborate with architecture firms, work in retail, serve corporate and individual clients in specialized firms, and find roles in construction, entertainment, event management, and education
Listed below are the potential professional paths available to students that they may choose to pursue.
Interior Designer: Create stunning interior spaces for residential and commercial clients.
Set Designer: Create immersive and captivating sets for theater, film, and events.
Hospitality Space Designer: Create inviting and immersive designs for hospitality spaces such as hotels, restaurants, and resorts, focusing on guest comfort and ambiance.
Design Consultant: Provide expert design advice and guidance to clients to help them achieve their desired outcomes.
Residential Space Designer: Create functional and aesthetic designs for residential spaces, incorporating clients' needs and preferences.
Retail Space Designer: Create appealing and strategic designs for retail spaces to enhance customer experience that drive sales.
Sustainability Specialist: Implement sustainable practices & strategies in design projects to minimize environmental impact, promote energy efficiency, use eco-friendly materials, to create healthier and more sustainable living and working environments.
Exhibition Designer: Create engaging and informative designs for exhibitions and events that showcase products, ideas, and concepts.
Digital Competences
In the age of social media and e-commerce, digital skills are essential. Our program places a strong emphasis on the latest software and artificial intelligence to ensure you're ready to navigate the digital landscape.
Masterclasses by Global Experts
Learn from the best with masterclasses conducted by renowned experts in the field.
Collaborative Projects
Collaborate with students from overseas partner institutes on interior designing and styling projects, gaining cross-cultural insights and expanding your horizons.
Industry Feedback
Get valuable feedback on your work directly from industry professionals, helping you refine your skills and stay updated.
Entrepreneurship Training
Learn how to identify opportunities, create innovative Interior design ventures, and even develop your unique projects, businesses, and creative initiatives.
Faculty
Programs are taught by industry professionals who have an inside track on what’s moving global markets. Learn from the brightest minds in the industry as they create a supportive and stimulating learning environment where students can thrive. Meet more members of department...
Rashim Bajaj
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FAQs
A. The M. Des. in Interior Design program is designed to produce industry-ready professionals with hands-on knowledge that goes way beyond the textbook knowledge. The curriculum offers an in-depth look at how spaces are designed and style, the material and construction techniques involved, and the necessary skills required to take up a design project of any scale.
The M. Des. in Interior Design program also paves way for great career opportunities. From sourcing to styling, visualising to merchandising, remodelling to concept projects — students can choose from a wide variety of professional jobs. With the design industry constantly evolving from its traditional roots, the need for creative and skilled interior design stylists is now more than ever.
A. The interior design program scope is massive and students can foray into not just different roles but also different industries of their choice. From retail to corporate, advertising to movie set design, students have a wide variety of industries to explore for career opportunities. This provides a huge edge over several professional programs in the country which offer jobs in a particular field only.
In terms of job roles, one can work as an interior stylist, visualizer for retail exhibition designer, merchandiser, event designer, interior project manager and so on. The program is also popular amongst those looking to work independently on both full-time and freelance interior design styling projects.
A. The M. Des. in Interior Design program is a great way to make a career in interior design. Designed by experts with years of experience in the field, the program offers both theoretical and practical training to make the students industry-ready.
With the demand for visionary interior design stylists rising exponentially, the program is opening doors to many lucrative career opportunities. These include interior styling, merchandising, event planning and designing, lifestyle shoots, design consultancy etc.
Moreover, M. Des. in Interior Design program doesn’t require a background in Interior Design. Candidates with an undergraduate degree in any field can apply to our M. Des. in Interior Design program – an important factor for those considering a career change to foray into a creative field.
A. Following are the required qualifications to be an interior designer from Pearl Academy:
Since this is a PG program, candidates must have an undergraduate degree in any field. This can be in any subject from Science, Commerce and Arts streams.
Candidates must clear the Pearl Academy Design Aptitude Test (DAT) and General Proficiency Test (GPT).
The DAT evaluates a candidate's aptitude for creativity, drawing, designability, power of observation and imagination, sensitivity to environment and communication skills.
The GPT evaluates a candidate’s proficiency in the English language, Logical reasoning, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation.
This is followed by a personal Interview conducted by Pearl Academy for admission into the Interior Design program.
Candidates are also required to showcase their portfolio in the interview round.
A. The M. Des. in Interior Design program opens several doors to a range of career opportunities. Graduates in the Interior Design Program can work as interior decorators, art directors, interior stylists, property developers, and home interior and design consultants after the completion of the program. These are just to name a few from a more extensive list of jobs that one can get with the M. Des. in Interior Design program.
By the end of the program, students will have the luxury to not only choose different kinds of roles but also in different industries. This gives them the flexibility to work in an industry they feel most in line with.
A. There are various scholarships offered by Pearl Academy for its M. Des. in Interior Design program. Through our Who’s Next Scholarship, creative minds are granted scholarships with a 20-100 % waiver in tuition fees every year. In addition to this, we also provide assistance to those seeking financial aid.
The scholarship is strictly merit based and is granted on the basis of a student’s performance in the Pearl Entrance Exam. The scholarship is offered to both UG and PG students seeking admission in Pearl Academy.
You can read more about the eligibility criteria, and benefits of the scholarship here.
