Duration
2 years
Eligibility
Graduation From A Recognised University In Any Stream
Location & Seats
Bengaluru (15), Delhi-West (50), Mumbai (15)
Overview
The Master of Design (M.Des.) in Communication Design program provides an in-depth exploration of how brands communicate with their audiences. This includes interaction through social media, establishing a visual identity through graphic design, generating awareness through online and offline campaigns, articulating brand identity through branding, and more. This course prepares students for exciting careers in the constantly evolving field of communication design.
Program Curriculum
The M.Des. in Communication Design program offers a balanced blend of theoretical subjects and practical exercises, providing valuable insights into communication design. It equally emphasises the crucial role of technology in communication and the need to continuously adapt to the latest trends, tools, and techniques.
What makes this program truly beneficial is the versatile nature of its curriculum. Graduates can explore a wide variety of niches such as writing, designing, branding, influencer marketing, and communication, among others. The faculty, comprising experienced industry professionals and guest experts, nurture students' skills that are invaluable in real-world job scenarios.
Graduates also get opportunities to participate in live projects, intern with reputable brands, experiment in futuristic labs, and learn from experts who have consistently enhanced the landscape of contemporary brand communication. Through International Industry Projects, students gain firsthand experience of the dynamic variations in communication across different brands. This immersive exposure throughout the course cultivates graduates who are confident in any job role, adept at tackling projects of any scale, and equipped with the precise skills required to deliver impactful solutions.
The scope of Communication Design continues to expand. Graduates of this program can choose from a diverse range of job opportunities, including roles like Social Media Manager, Branding Expert, Marketing Head, Retail Manager, Public Relations Consultant, and more.
There are also numerous entrepreneurial opportunities for those who wish to work independently in this field. Graduates can establish their own design agency, provide branding and visual communication services, venture into digital marketing, create innovative user experience (UX) design studios, and more.
In essence, the M.Des. in Communication Design program at Pearl Academy is a launchpad for unleashing creative potential and honing practical skills. From conceptualising narratives to crafting compelling visuals, the program lays a foundation for navigating the ever-evolving landscape of brand communication. Graduates emerge not only with expertise but also with a deep understanding of how to orchestrate impactful messages in an evolving world.
- Live Industry projects with Tech Mahindra, Realme, Oppo, Conde Nast, etc.
- Notable alumni at CRED, Airbnb, IBM, Conde Nast, PhonePe, etc.
- Alliances with Unreal Engine and IAMAG
- Unreal Engine authorised trainers and campuses
- IT companies
- Corporate houses/ Multi-national companies
- Start-ups
- Design houses
- Publication industry
- Editorial design
- Type foundries
- Edutainment
- Brand Design Agencies
- OTT Platforms
| Name of the Program | Semester | Name of the Course Title (Subject Paper) | Course Code | No. of Credits | Nature of the Course (Core / Dept. Elective / Open Elective or any other) | Theory or Laboratory or Project / any other |
| M. Des Communication Design | 1 | 1. History of Communication | CACDP1THM501 | 3 | Major | Theory |
| 2. Digital Design Tools 1 | CACDP1TPM502 | 4 | Major | Theory / Practical | ||
| 3.Communication Design Fundamentals | CACDP1TPM503 | 4 | Major | Theory / Practical | ||
| 4. Typography | CACDP1TPM504 | 4 | Major | Theory / Practical | ||
| 5. Foundation | CADCC9TPM964 | 6 | Major | Theory / Practical | ||
| 6. Generative AI Fundamentals | CATECC9THM961 | 2 | Technology | Theory / Practical | ||
| 2 | 1. Cultural Studies | CACDP2THM505 | 2 | Major | Theory | |
| 2. Digital Design Tools 2 | CACDP2TPM506 | 4 | Major | Theory / Practical | ||
| 3. Brand Identity | CACDP2TPM507 | 4 | Major | Theory / Practical | ||
| 4. UX/UI Design | CACDP2TPM508 | 4 | Major | Theory / Practical | ||
| 5. Start Your Start-Up 1 | CADCC9THM919 | 2 | Common Major | Theory | ||
| 6. Portfolio Design | CADCC9THM965 | 2 | Common Major | Theory | ||
| 7. Design Thinking and Innovation | CAGEC9THE983 | 3 | Open Electives | Theory | ||
| 8. Contemporary Design Issues | CAGEC9THE981 | |||||
| 9. Design History and Criticism | CAGEC9THE985 | |||||
| 10. Life Skills | CAVAC9THM962 | 2 | Skills | Theory | ||
| 3 | 1. Context Setting | CACDP3THM601 | 3 | Major | Theory | |
| 2. Audio-Visual Techniques | CACDP3TPM602 | 3 | Major | Theory / Practical | ||
| 3. Game Engines | CACDP3TPM603 | 3 | Major | Theory / Practical | ||
| 4. Packaging & Production | CACDP3TPM604 | 4 | Major | Theory / Practical | ||
| 5. Start Your Start-Up 2 | CAVAC9THM923 | 2 | Common Major | Theory | ||
| 6. Advanced Design Research | CADCC9THM966 | 2 | Common Major | Theory | ||
| 7. Data Visualization | CACDP3TPE605 | 3 | Discipline Elective | Theory / Practical | ||
| 8. Illustration | CACDP3TPE606 | Discipline Elective | Theory / Practical | |||
| 9. Internship | CAVAC9THM962 | 2 | Common Major | Theory / Practical | ||
| 4 | 1. Advertising & Campaigns | CACDP4THM607 | 2 | Major | Theory | |
| 2. Immersive Media Design | CACDP4TPM608 | 3 | Major | Theory / Practical | ||
| 3. Master Thesis/Research Project | CACDP4TPM609 | 15 | Major | Theory / Practical |
Faculty
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Student Outcome
FAQs
A. The M.Des. in Communication Design is an advanced program to enhance your storytelling and messaging skills through interactive design. It combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, industry trends and insights, and immersive design projects.
The two-year M.Sc. in Animation and VFX opens up a wide range of career paths, from IT to advertising, motion graphics to UX design, art direction to publication, and more. The curriculum covers design fundamentals and history, as well as advanced applications in branding and advertising. The focus is on understanding basics while developing problem-solving and analytical abilities through real-world, design-centric projects.
A. The M.Des. in Communication Design program in India offers a vast scope of career opportunities. Graduates can pursue successful careers across various sectors of the media and entertainment industry.
Some of the potential careers after completing this program include roles at IT companies, in the editorial and publication industry, motion graphics, art direction, design research, graphic design, animation, UX/UI design, and more. This list is not exhaustive, as there are many other job positions and opportunities that fall under the scope of communication design. Graduates can also choose to work independently as entrepreneurs in the branding and communication design field.
A. Communication design is a highly popular field, not just within the design industry but also across branding and advertising sectors. These courses are designed to provide hands-on industry experience, going beyond just theoretical knowledge.
With companies, brands, publications, and media now relying on design to communicate with other businesses and end-users, the need for effective communication design is greater than ever before. A communication design program can help you capitalise on this demand.
As a result, opportunities in communication design have increased significantly, offering students a wide variety of creative career options to choose from. A well-structured communication design program can serve as your gateway into this exciting field.
A. The M.Des. in Communication Design is a two-year course.
The first year focuses on understanding design fundamentals and using tools for design projects. Subjects include Fundamentals & History of Design, Basic Digital Tools, Design Basics, Visual Design, Research Practices, Typography and Production, Advanced Digital Tools, Branding and Advertising, and Data Visualization.
The second year offers a broader perspective on Communication Design's significance in society, industries, and culture. Subjects include Cultural Studies, User Interface Design, Design for Social Innovation, International/Industry Projects, and Physical Interfaces.
A. Pearl Academy is offering scholarships for its Communication Design courses in the academic year 2024. This scholarship is available for both Bachelor's and Master's programs at the institution. All applicants are automatically considered for the scholarship, which is based on merit and performance in the Pearl Entrance Exam. In the 2021-22 academic year, 51 students received scholarships for the M. Des. in Communication Design program, ranging from 20% to 100% tuition fee waivers. You can find more details about the scholarship criteria and benefits here.