CHITKARA SCHOOL OF DESIGN

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4-YEAR BACHELOR of
DESIGN in PRODUCT DESIGN

Design the objects, systems, and experiences that will define tomorrow. The 4-Year B.Des in Product Design at Chitkara Design School prepares designers to transform ideas into purposeful, production-ready solutions. Rooted in research, sustainability, and emerging technologies, the program develops critical thinkers who shape meaningful products for a rapidly evolving world.

ABOUT
Chitkara Design School

Chitkara Design School prepares students for contemporary creative industries through immersive studio practice, industry collaboration, and technology‑enabled learning. Students work across visual communication, digital experiences, products, fashion, and emerging media while engaging with real-world briefs, evolving technologies, and interdisciplinary workflows. Guided by designers, industry professionals, and mentors, they build the technical, strategic, and creative capabilities required for fast-changing global environments. The result is a generation of designers equipped to adapt, innovate, and contribute across industries shaped by culture, technology, and constant transformation.

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where Insight BECOMES
Intelligent PRODUCTS

From research and user empathy to prototyping and manufacturing, ideas evolve into functional, scalable solutions. Design with precision, engineer with purpose, and create products that perform in real‑world markets.

  • Industry Readiness
  • Studio Development
  • Sustainable Systems
  • Technical Fluency
1. Industry Readiness

Professional readiness is embedded throughout the curriculum through industry internships, live briefs, and intensive portfolio development. Students graduate with production-ready prototypes, strategic thinking capabilities, and the confidence to contribute meaningfully within dynamic product design studios, manufacturing ecosystems, entrepreneurial ventures, and global innovation environments.

2. Studio Development

Learning unfolds through immersive studio practice, guiding students across the complete product lifecycle from ideation and user research to prototyping, testing, refinement, and final execution. Emphasis on iterative making, material exploration, and critical feedback ensures rigorous development of functional, aesthetic, and market‑responsive design solutions.

3. Sustainable Systems

Students engage deeply with circular design principles, lifecycle analysis, material responsibility, and ethical manufacturing frameworks. Projects address complex real-world challenges through innovation grounded in environmental awareness, social impact, and systems thinking, preparing designers to create products that balance performance, sustainability, and long-term global relevance.

4. Technical Fluency

Access to advanced makerspaces, digital fabrication labs, 3D printing, CNC machining, and immersive VR facilities enables experimentation at professional standards. Students gain fluency in industry software, including SolidWorks, Rhino, Fusion 360, and visualisation tools, strengthening their ability to translate concepts into manufacturable realities.

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From consumer goods brands to emerging manufacturing enterprises, our INDUSTRY COLLABORATIONS connect studio learning with professional realities. Students work on live assignments, interact with practicing designers, and complete structured internships that bridge concept with market execution.

DISTINCT by DESIGN

The Product Design program shapes designers with technical precision and strategic thinking. Through research-driven processes, hands-on prototyping, and industry engagement, students graduate ready to contribute to global product ecosystems.

  • Industry-Aligned Curriculum

    The curriculum mirrors global design workflows spanning research, concept development, modelling, prototyping, and production-ready execution, strengthened through collaborative projects and industry integration.

  • Integrated Design & Engineering

    Students balance creativity with manufacturing feasibility, understanding materials, ergonomics, supply chains, and production systems to develop solutions that are both innovative and viable.

  • Personalised Studio Mentorship

    Small cohorts ensure focused faculty guidance, continuous critique and portfolio refinement, helping students graduate with clarity, confidence and professional distinction.

CHITKARA DEGREE
opens DOORS. Wide.

Our strong industry network ensures that our students receive real-world experience and practical training, which helps improve their employment prospects and opens up a plethora of career opportunities.

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  • Lifestyle
  • Mango
  • Manish Malhotra
  • Nini Sondhi
  • Pantaloons
  • Payal Jain
  • Puma
  • Brand
  • Satya Paul
  • Shantanu & Nikhil
  • Zivame
Career Opportunities

Product Design graduates pursue CAREERS across consumer goods, industrial manufacturing, UX-driven products, and innovation consulting, contributing to evolving DESIGN and TECHNOLOGY LANDSCAPES.

  • Product Designer
  • Industrial Designer
  • UX/UI Product Designer
  • Design Consultant
  • Prototype Specialist
  • Sustainability Designer
  • Innovation Lead

Eligibility Criteria

We seek aspiring designers driven by curiosity, analytical thinking, and creative ambition. Applicants should demonstrate academic preparedness and the motivation to engage with contemporary product challenges.

  • Passed XII (any stream) minimum aggregate 50%
  • Chitkara University Design and Aptitude Test (CUDAT)
  • Personal Interview
  • Valid UCEED scores
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FEE Structure

Our clear semester-wise fee structure includes academic instruction, studio access, and advanced lab facilities. Detailed information is available through the admissions office for transparency and planning.

ESTIMATED PROGRAM FEE
8 SEMESTERS
  • Semester 1₹1,55,000*
  • Semester 2₹1,55,000*
  • Semester 3₹1,50,000
  • Semester 4₹1,50,000
  • Semester 5₹1,50,000
  • Semester 6₹1,50,000
  • Semester 7₹1,50,000
  • Semester 8₹1,50,000
*Fee for Educational Technology Services (ETS) payable at the time of Admission.
**Fee for Career Advancement Services (CAS) payable along with the 2nd Semester fee.

About CHITKARA UNIVERSITY

Chitkara University brings together research, technology, creativity, and industry to shape an education aligned with a rapidly changing world. Recognised among India’s leading universities and located near Chandigarh, Chitkara University nurtures interdisciplinary learning, applied thinking, and meaningful industry engagement across disciplines. Students learn in environments driven by innovation, collaboration, and real-world problem solving, supported by accomplished faculty, advanced infrastructure, and global exposure. With strong academic foundations and access to 2,000+ recruiters, the University prepares graduates to contribute thoughtfully and lead confidently across industries, organisations, and emerging global sectors.

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Building Futures through Meaningful Experiences

Chitkara University combines academic learning with research, entrepreneurship, global exposure, and industry engagement to create transformative student experiences. Supported by experiential learning, collaboration, and innovation-driven opportunities, students strengthen problem-solving abilities, leadership capabilities, and real-world skills needed for rapidly changing professional and global environments across diverse industries and emerging sectors.

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