DESIGN AT THE edge.
MASTER OF DESIGN.
A 2-year
postgraduate design degree.
The Master of Design (M.Des) is a 2-year postgraduate programme that takes designers beyond their undergraduate foundation into specialised industry domains – through applied research, advanced studios, and real-world client engagement.
One Master's.
more specialisations to come.
Fashion Merchandising - with additional disciplines in development. Join the waitlist to receive updates.
Fashion Merchandising
A two-year postgraduate programme integrating fashion strategy, retail systems, brand merchandising, and consumer behaviour - designed for professionals pursuing industry leadership and entrepreneurial roles.
Know MoreCommunication Design
A postgraduate Master's in Communication Design is currently in development. Join the waitlist to be notified when applications open.
Coming SoonFour pillars that define
the PID experience.
Specific, credible reasons a Master's at PID offers a distinctive postgraduate experience - grounded in what we actually do, not vague marketing language.
Studio-First Learning
Every discipline has dedicated, industry-grade studios, where students practise their craft daily alongside peers and faculty.
Industry Embedded
Live client briefs, apprenticeships, craft-cluster visits, and an industry internship are integral to the programme, not supplementary additions.
Taught by Practitioners
Faculty and guest experts are practising designers, directors, architects, and technologists whose work reaches the market.
Technology Forward
From AI-integrated UX curricula to Unreal Engine in Animation, programmes are designed around the industry's future direction.
Your 2-year
Master's journey.
Every PID Master's programme follows a two-year journey - Discipline Depth followed by Capstone & Industry - enabling graduates to develop advanced specialisation, complete applied research, and build meaningful professional connections.
Discipline Depth
Advanced theory, applied research methods, industry-aligned studios, and specialised modules in your chosen track build the conceptual and analytical foundation for postgraduate practice.
Research · theory · studiosCapstone & Industry
An independent applied-research dissertation or industry-led capstone project, paired with internship-style industry engagement. Graduates leave with research outputs and meaningful industry references.
Capstone · internship · portfolio
Fashion Studios
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Brunnai Professional handlooms studio with weaving equipment
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Chhaap Garment printing studio for surface design & sustainable dyeing
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Sanchana Industrial sewing lab with 40+ machines
Fabrication
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Laser Cutting Lab Precision cutting and pattern engraving
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3D Printing Lab Geometric to organic form output
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Metal Fabrication Lab Full-scale industrial prototyping
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Wood Workshop Furniture construction and joinery
Digital Production
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Editing Suites Audio & video post-production (Animation, Film)
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ICT Computer Labs 2 labs, 2 smart classrooms
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Painting Studio Fine arts practice (Communication Design)
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Design Library & Exhibition Spaces Research, critique, and showcase areas
Vadodara's craft heritage, artisan clusters, and events like Vadodara Fashion Week and the Crafts Festival extend the classroom for PID students.
100+ acres · WaghodiaM.Des tuition is indicative – please confirm the current fee with the admissions office. Merit scholarships and tuition waivers of up to 100% are available based on PU-DAT performance. pid.admissions@paruluniversity.ac.in.
Admissions for
2026.
Application Opens
The PU-DAT 2026 application portal will go live shortly. Sign up early to get registration reminders, sample papers, and counsellor support.
- Online registration via the PU portal
- Choose your preferred specialisation
- Sample papers + prep guide
- Counsellor support available throughout
Registration Deadline
Final cut-off to register for PU-DAT 2026. Late applications are not accepted, so make sure your form is submitted and payment confirmed before this date.
- Complete profile & payment
- Upload required documents
- Receive admit card via email
- Confirm test centre / online slot
Design Aptitude Test
An online entrance test that evaluates how you think - not what you already know. No prior design or drawing skill needed to clear the PU-DAT.
- Visual sensitivity & spatial reasoning
- Creative thinking & lateral problem-solving
- Logical reasoning & general awareness
- Design aptitude & perception
Portfolio Review
Shortlisted candidates upload a portfolio on the same portal, on the same day as the exam. This is not a test of technical drawing - show your curiosity.
- Sketchbooks & visual journals
- Photographs & observation studies
- Mood boards & creative references
- DIY projects, crafts, hobby work
Results & Shortlist
The final cohort is announced after evaluation by a panel of senior faculty and industry experts. Selected candidates receive an offer letter with onboarding instructions.
- Final shortlist announcement
- Offer letter & programme allocation
- Fee payment & seat confirmation
- Orientation invite for the 2026 cohort
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Frequently
asked questions.
Real questions from prospective Master's candidates - answered clearly, with specific information about the postgraduate route at PID.
The PID Master’s is designed for practising designers, recent design graduates, and professionals from adjacent fields who want to deepen their specialisation, pursue leadership roles, or move into research and entrepreneurship.
A Bachelor’s degree in design (B.Des) or a related field – such as fashion, textiles, communication, fine arts, architecture, or business – from a recognised university, with a portfolio review as part of the admissions process.
PID currently offers M.Des in Fashion Merchandising. An additional specialisation – M.Des Communication Design – is in development. Get on the waitlist via admissions.
Two years. Year 01 focuses on disciplinary depth and research methods; Year 02 culminates in a capstone project paired with industry engagement.
Annual tuition varies by specialisation. Contact admissions at pid.admissions@paruluniversity.ac.in for exact figures and scholarship eligibility.
Yes. Merit-based scholarships are offered based on admissions assessment, portfolio strength, and academic performance. Contact the admissions office for current scholarship opportunities.
The Master’s curriculum is built around three pillars – current industry trends, practical learning resources, and expert guidance – with a blend of theory, applied research, industry-aligned studios, and a final capstone.
Yes. All PID Master’s programmes are awarded by Parul University, which holds NAAC A++ accreditation – India’s highest grade. The programmes are recognised for further study, including PhD pathways, and by employers in India and abroad.
Yes. Parul University’s 100+ acre campus in Waghodia, Vadodara, offers residential facilities for postgraduate students. Contact pid.admissions@paruluniversity.ac.in for details.
Senior and leadership roles across fashion houses, design consultancies, retail brands, research institutions, and academia. Graduates may also establish independent practices and labels or pursue doctoral research after the M.Des.
Ready to shape your future?
Apply for PU-DAT 2026.
Applications for the 2026 cohort are open. Take the PU-DAT, submit your portfolio, and step into a dynamic creative learning environment.