About Alliance University

Alliance University is a Private University established in Karnataka State by Act No.34 of year 2010 and is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi.

Alliance reimagines the idea of the university by creating a community that leads the charge against the complex challenges of the 21st century. The university conceives research to be the essence of all teaching and learning practices. A unity between research and teaching is promoted to extend the frontiers of knowledge to solve real world problems at the local, national, and global scale. For this purpose, the university seeks to be the nerve center of interaction between industry, the government, civil society, and the community at large.

In times when technological and social change is transforming the very idea of employability, the university embraces the increasing diversity of specializations while retaining the impulse to unify all knowledge. A designed convergence of the business, engineering, law, liberal arts, design, media studies, economics and science units’ precipitates transdisciplinary as the core academic philosophy.

Freely working across divergent streams of knowledge like psychology and data science, technology and law, physics and philosophy or businesses and rhetoric, transdisciplinary nurtures a dynamic foundation for the spirit of collaboration, inquiry, and enterprise.

About Alliance School of Design

Welcome to the Alliance School of Design, where curiosity, creativity, and the culture of exploration and innovation are nurtured at every step. Situated in the vibrant and culturally rich landscape of Karnataka, India, we are rightly in the new World Design Protopolis of Bengaluru.

Alliance School of Design stands as a beacon for aspiring designers seeking to unleash their potential and make their mark on the world stage. With state-of-the-art facilities, a dynamic faculty comprising industry experts and visionary thinkers, and a curriculum that seamlessly blends theory with hands on practice, we strive to cultivate a learning environment that inspires and empowers.

The commitment to excellence extends beyond the classroom. Through collaborations with leading industry partners, internships, and real-world projects, we ensure that our students are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and connections they need to thrive in today's competitive design landscape.

Why study at Alliance School of Design?

Alliance School of Design offers a comprehensive and enriching environment for aspiring designers. Here are some key reasons to consider it:

• Strong Academic Foundation:
• Experienced Faculty: The school boasts a team of highly qualified faculty members with industry experience, providing valuable insights and guidance.
• Curriculum: The curriculum is designed to blend theoretical knowledge with practical application, ensuring students are well-prepared for professional challenges.
• Specializations: The school offers a variety of specializations, allowing students to focus on their areas of interest, such as fashion, interior, product, interaction, animation film, communication design.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities:
• Design Studios: Modern and well-equipped studios provide students with the tools and resources for their creative endeavors.
• Labs: Specialized labs, including MAC Lab and material testing facilities, support hands-on learning and experimentation.
• Industry Collaborations:
• Internships: The school facilitates internships with leading design firms, providing students with valuable practical experience and industry exposure.
• Guest Lectures: Renowned designers and industry experts often visit the school to share their knowledge and insights.
• Projects: Students often work on real-world design projects that align with industry needs, enhancing their problem-solving and creative abilities.

By choosing Alliance School of Design, you can gain the skills, knowledge, and experience necessary to succeed in the dynamic field of design.

Programs offered:

Bachelor of Design (B. Des.)

Design refers to a set of theoretical and practical approaches that focus on the interaction between "users" and their environments. Designers approach all kinds of problems with the goal of providing meaningful and relevant experiences to users who are treated holistically, as individuals with material and emotional needs. By expressing, reflecting, and even forming cultural norms, design instils meaning in our daily lives rather than simply creating functional objects. Its disruptive thinking is essential for driving innovation in areas such as developing business strategies, creating virtual environments, crafting digital interfaces, improving manufacturing quality and sustainability, and building service systems.

Informed by this idea of design as a ground-breaking discipline directed at innovation, the Bachelor of Design at Alliance University will help students develop creative and critical thinking skills. Students will accomplish this by producing work that reflects on human experience and responds to global challenges. With a wide range of courses available at Alliance School of Liberal Arts — from social sciences and liberal arts to media and management — and guided by expert faculty, you will elevate your design mindset.

By emphasizing humanity and culture, the Bachelor of Design contributes to Alliance University’s mission of serving society and promoting global outlook. Students will be focusing on and engaging with critical contemporary issues while being challenged by project-based learning. Students will benefit from extensive collaboration with leading national and international companies in building a better world.

Duration

·      B. Des. (Regular): Four Years / Eight Semesters

·      B. Des. (Lateral): Three Years / Six Semesters

Specializations

·      Visual Communication Design

·      Product Design

·      Interior Design

·      Interaction & User Experience Design

·      Animation Film Design

·      Fashion Design 

The foundation year applies to all the Design course students who will go on to any major. Students declare their major and minor in their second year, based on the foundational electives that they choose and perform well in. If the major is Design, students may in each semester have the option of choosing between “India under the British”, and many more for a given slot.

Career Opportunities

Brand house opportunities such as Retail Merchandiser, Visual Merchandiser, Fashion Marketing, Fashion Consultant, Fashion Customer Support. Buying house opportunities such as Merchandiser, Color Technologist, Fit Technician, Costing Merchandiser, Quality Engineer, Materials Manager, Accessory Developer, Fabric Sourcing Executive. Export house opportunities such as Sourcing Executive, Pattern Making Technician, Quality Engineer, Production Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Merchandiser, Costing Merchandiser, Factory Manager.

Master of Design

The Master of Design (M. Des.) in Transdisciplinary Design at the Alliance School of Design is a pioneering two-year postgraduate program, reflecting the evolving landscape of design education in India. It offers four distinct specializations: Strategic Design & Management, Social Design & Innovation, Sustainability Design, and Human-Computer Interaction. Each specialization equips students to tackle complex design challenges in a rapidly changing world.

Duration

2 Years

Important dates for 2025 intake and Admission process

1. Forms Submission Deadline: Application Open
2. Design Aptitude Test: AUDAT, PI & Portfolio Round
3. Online application Form: https://apply.alliance.edu.in/ug2025
4. Form Fees: Rs. 1000/-

Contact Details:

Website: www.alliance.edu.in

Course Page Details: https://www.alliance.edu.in/programme/bdes

For More Details:

Mobile Number: +91 63649 28122

Landline Number: 080 4619 9069

Email ID: [email protected]