Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Overview

Creative and Applied Computation (BDes) at Manipal Academy of Higher Education is an innovative undergraduate program that fuses artistic practice with computational skills, media creation, and critical exploration. This interdisciplinary course encourages students to delve into visual, auditory, and spatial forms while engaging with coding, digital media, and curatorial methods through hands-on studio projects, elective courses, and a mandatory internship.

What you'll study

The BDes program is structured around studio practice, interdisciplinary studies, and project-based learning. The curriculum encompasses foundational studies, immersive practice modules, elective options, a compulsory internship, and culminating thesis projects.

• General Studies: A blend of Humanities, Sciences, Mathematics, and Business/Finance, enhanced with options such as Development and Policy Studies and foreign language courses.
• Interim Modules: An engaging introduction to contemporary art and design practices, emphasizing environmental awareness.
• Electives: A diverse selection of courses that allow students to broaden their skill sets, nurture personal interests, and facilitate opportunities for travel and exchange programs.
• Internship: A compulsory practical experience during the summer break between the 6th and 7th semesters, designed to enhance real-world skills.
• Project-based Learning: Two significant projects in the final phase—pre-thesis and thesis—that showcase the integration of knowledge, skills, and studio practice.

Curriculum note: The detailed semester-wise course offerings and credit distribution should be confirmed on the official program page.

Entry requirements

Academic qualifications

Applicants must possess one of the following minimum qualifications:

• Indian Boards: Completion of 10+2 (or equivalent) from a recognized board or NSQF certification level 4, with a minimum aggregate of 50%. Acceptable boards include State Board, CBSE, ISC, HSSCC, PUC, Junior College/Intermediate/Senior Secondary, and NIOS Senior Secondary.
• International Boards: A Levels with a minimum of 3 subjects at ‘A’ Level and 5 passes in IGCSE/GCSE including English; or an average ‘D’ grade in the IB Diploma/Certificate with 3 Higher Level and 3 Standard Level subjects, totaling a minimum of 24 points. High School Diploma from the USA/Canada with equivalency as per AIU.

English language

Specific English language proficiency test requirements (e.g., IELTS/TOEFL) for this program have not been provided.

Standardised tests (GRE/GMAT)

There are no specified GRE/GMAT requirements for this program.

Documents typically required: Confirm with the university during the application process for the latest requirements.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Creative and Applied Computation program are well-equipped to pursue diverse career paths in fields such as digital media, interactive design, art curation, and technology-driven creative industries. The combination of artistic vision and computational proficiency opens doors to innovative roles in both established organizations and entrepreneurial ventures.