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B. Des. in Communication Design is a professional program for students

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Industrial Design

The Industrial Design program, students are sensitized by going through research areas

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Fashion Communication

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Constituent of Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Symbiosis Institute of Design, Pune, is a premier institution that equips aspiring designers with the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to succeed in the ever-evolving world of design. By creating an enabling atmosphere for students with the right bent of mind to hone their skills and capabilities to turn them into competitive professional designers, SID stands as a beacon of creativity and innovation in the realm of design education. We are dedicated to nurturing the next generation of designers through a blend of rigorous academics and hands-on experience.

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Students learn how to develop basic know-how and skills making effective use of the sketchbook, explore recording methods, develop visual perception, acquire professional attitudes to set projects and show a critical, contextual and historical awareness in the areas of design.Below are some interesting facts about us.

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Animation Film Design

The Animation Film Design programme at SID facilitates the learning of the classical process of developing high-quality traditionally animated films, which employ detailed drawings and plausible movement.

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Video Film Design

Video Film Design is another aspect of the broader discipline of Communication Design. Narration & communication of messages through Films, Videos, Documentaries forms an integral part of Video Film Design.

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Graphic Design

Visual communication through Typography, Photography and Illustration is integral to Graphic Design. At SID, students of Graphic Design explore various languages of visual art in the areas of Graphics that enhances both the functional and the artistic means of communication.

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User Experience Design

Simply defined, User Experience Design is a process of designing meaningful and appropriate experience for users. It involves studies about user behavior towards a product or service, thus giving multiple opportunities to the students to explore their creative potential in crafting memorable user experiences

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Interior Space Design

The Interior Space Design specialization combines multiple learnings starting from concept development, planning of space, inspection of space & site, understanding materials and construction science to the execution of the space design.

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Product Design

Product Design is an important aspect of the broader discipline of Industrial Design. Product Design combines art, science and technology to create new products for the ever-evolving market with a keen focus on its usability and functionality.

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Fashion Design

The Fashion Design programme at SID provides students with a comprehensive vision where students gain practical hands-on experience in their course enabling them to conﬁdently enter career paths in fashion design, pattern making, garment manufacturing, craft studies, fashion merchandising and so on.

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Fashion Communication

Fashion Communication is one of the newest, most exciting area of the fashion and lifestyle industry. With globalization a number of prêt and luxury brands are mushrooming in the Indian retail market. In today's competitive scenario, the success of a brand is measured by its unique identity and communication, thus creating a great demand for fashion communication experts.

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Our Happy Students

I would consider, coming to Symbiosis Institute of Design and Pune as one of the best decisions of my life. SID has provided me with the perfect springboard to take a leap into the industry. The courses covered, the seminar's held, the opportunities and guidance provided by the faculty at every stage in the 4 years that i have spent in this amazing college is sure to help me in the long run. Viman Nagar is the perfect place for a student to study. I am sure every student will have tears in his eyes while leaving Viman Nagar and Symbiosis!

Harnish Shah
BATCH : 2011-15

Currently - Currently - Founder at 3 Minds Digital and Design Pitch Deck

SID is a brilliant platform for budding designers from cross fields, the best part out here is that you not only learn from the stream that you have chosen but from other design related streams as well since it’s multi-disciplinary. The viman nagar campus is away from the hustle and bustle of the city, it’s an ideal place for your creative spirit to bud. Also there's a great opportunity to learn a lot about how the industry works cause of the seminars that take place and it’s really nice to see the faculties to be so friendly and how they are taking a step ahead every time by motivating us to do our best. Over all it’s a great opportunity to be a part of SID and how it helps to get the best out of you.

Tanaya Sharma
BATCH : 2011-15

Currently - Currently - Freelance illustration artist

As visuals have always fascinated me, I have wanted to take up a creative profession since childhood. Graphic Design was best suited to my interests and ambitions as it is a perfect amalgamation of Creativity and Problem-Solving. Being at Symbiosis Institute of Design has given me multiple opportunities to explore this field and the experience has been incredible!

Harjas Singh Hora
BATCH : 2021-25

Currently - Graphic Design

Joining SID was a game-changer! The vibrant design community and top-notch faculty made it my dream choice. UX design let's me craft digital experiences that truly matter. My SID journey has been a rollercoaster of creativity, challenges, and growth. Grateful for the skills, friendships, and memories that will last a lifetime

Samrraj Chaudary
BATCH : 2020-2024

Currently - User Experience Design

Symbiosis Institute of Design's curriculum played a pivotal role in my educational transformation. The institute's emphasis on interdisciplinary courses, comprehensive material and manufacturing knowledge, as well as fostering critical thinking with sustainability in mind worked in sync to keep me engaged and curious. From the moment I stepped into the campus, my fears began to fade away. The faculty, seniors and peers embraced me warmly, offering unwavering support that gradually restored my self-assurance. Every day at SID presents new explorations, nurturing the continuous growth of my passion for design.

Aditya Agrawal
BATCH : 2021-25

Currently - Product Design

I have always wanted to become a storyteller and I found no better place than SID to nurture this dream of mine. SID is like the ground zero for all things creative and innovative. My journey for the past one year has been nothing less than an adventure. Making progress everyday, building memories, learning gazillion new things, it’s all been a beautiful package. For me, SID is my home

Jiyana Jethani
BATCH : 2022-26

Currently - Video Film Design

When I entered SID, I thought design was only about aesthetic sensibility. My four years at SID taught me the existence of the logical and functional aspect. If I were to do this journey all over again, I would do it without a second thought

Varsha Murali
BATCH : 2012-2016

Currently - Fashion Design

Life as a student at Symbiosis is the perfect learning experience. It is learning about people and their worlds, finding opportunities and making the best out of them. It is learning design by the most talented set of warm and friendly tutors in a campus so colorful, that talented designers, dreamers and doers from all over the world come to our campus to inspire us and share their thoughts and success stories with us. It’s a journey of a life time.

Vijaya Aswani
BATCH : 2011-15

Currently - Currently - Freelance Illustrator (Spreefirit)

SID has given a lot to me. It is a learning aid which has taken my visualizing power from 10% to 100%. Helped me in exploring the possibilities

Yash Mehta
BATCH : 2011-15

Currently - Currently - User Experience Researcher at Google (Optimum solutions)

4 years went like a roller coaster ride in college and I have a lot of memories from them.College gave me an example of how to go beyond my potential to become something better than myself. It taught me photography, it taught me about design, it helped me master my skills and some values that you need to learn in your life.

Himon Mukherjee
BATCH : 2014-2018

Currently - ID-Product Design

Four years at SID, Pune have done to me, what no other experience could. It shaped my personality and made me what I am today. From the personal guidance and interest of my faculty members, to the all encompassing library to the regular design based seminars, workshops and the annual cultural fest, every moment, has been a learning experience. SID will always be a little part of heaven for me, which gave me confidence and mettle to face the industry and the world. It was a home away from home and I am glad it will always be my alma mater

Sanjana Dora
BATCH : 2011-15

Currently - Currently - Creative Supervisor at Ogilvy

Symbiosis Institute of Design offers different courses in design, all of which are very interesting. The Foundation year is the beginning of the journey into the design world. In the years ahead, the process of learning becomes more symbiotic and focused on a particular specialization. Looking back at the end of four years, it is amazing to see the extent of change and maturity in thinking and realize how far you have come.

Ragini Siruguri
BATCH : 2011-2015

Currently - Currently - Book Designer at Tara Books

SID prepared me better for the changing standards & trends of industry. Best four years of my life in terms of exploration and skill nurturing. The overall life experience at SID was quite positive and filled with extremely approachable teachers. Mentoring & guidance was extremely professional & of critical nature which helped me a lot in pushing the paradigm. Practical learning and field visits were constant companions.

Mandar Chaudhari
BATCH : 2014-2018

Currently - CD-Graphic Design