Humanities and Social Sciences
Design
Department of Design
Credit requirements
Min Credits
10 Minor Core
4 Elective Basket 1
4 Elective Basket 2
18 Total Credits
Number of Credits to Choose
10 Minor Core
4 Elective Basket 1
4 Elective Basket 2
18 Total Credits
Selection Rate
100% Minor Core
50% Elective Basket 1
50% Elective Basket 2
Core Courses (for all majors)
Design Practice 1
Design Practice 2
Elective Basket 1 (Visual Communication Design)
Visual Communication 1
Visual Communication 2
Elective Basket 2 (Product Design)
Human Centered Design Methods
Human Factors Engineering
Course basket — Product Design Track
The two pathways for the Design Minor are the Product Design Track and the Visual Communication Track. Either set totals 18 credits.
Elements and Principles of Visual Design
Human Centered Design Methods
Design Practice 1
Human Factors Engineering
Design Practice 2
Course basket — Visual Communication Track
Elements and Principles of Visual Design
Visual Communication 1
Design Practice 1
Visual Communication 2
Design Practice 2
Fine print
- A student can choose one course from both of the elective baskets. A student cannot take more than 2 courses of 1000 level.
- The students can be awarded the Design minor if they take one of the course sets, or a combination from both minor baskets, to complete 18 credits.
Why pursue this
- Experiential learning in multidisciplinary groups — explore the principles of designing in practical contexts, with professional exposure that is currently uncommon in Indian universities.
- Exposure to design as a field of study — a comprehensive overview that equips students to pursue further studies or competitive exams in design-related fields.
- Transdisciplinary skills — collaborative, creative problem-solving that breaks down disciplinary boundaries and reveals the interconnectedness of fields.
- A Design Thinking approach — human-centered problem-solving through empathy, ideation, prototyping, and iteration, applicable within any discipline and a competitive edge in adaptability and creative thinking.
What you'll come out with
- A foundational understanding of design as a field of study and its relevance in contemporary society and industry.
- Knowledge and application skills of visual language, enabling effective communication across diverse design domains.
- Understanding of the human-centered nature of design, with familiarity in key design methods, processes, and techniques.
- Practical skills in creative problem-solving through collaborative, multidisciplinary teamwork.
From the University's minor program documents. Confirm with your UG Advisor before you plan around a pathway.