Program Overview
OVERVIEW:
DYPIU offers B.F.A. Applied Arts, an undergraduate Fine Arts course for those who have a bent towards creativity and artistic skills. It covers a wide range of subjects and topics that are essential for aspirants to learn who wish to establish a career in applied arts. The 4 years long course has 8 semesters in total which are divided into core and elective categories. The first two years covers the syllabus from core category and are called foundation years; after the completion of foundation years the students can choose between any of the two tracks i.e. Print & Publication Design or Retail and Display Design.
B.F.A. Applied Arts covers topics like Advertising, Calligraphy, Identity Design, Visual Scripting, Graphic Designing, etc. To ensure that the students remain updated with new media and emerging technologies DYPIU also included a module called Fab Lab in this course where students develop advanced skills in 3D printing, CNC cutting, laser etching, sublimation printing, etc.
Course Structure
The curriculum of the B.F.A. Applied Arts program is designed to be relevant to the needs of the industry as well as the society in both the local and global context. We adopt a holistic approach in our teaching by emphasizing on project work and providing industry exposure via internships, industry projects, as well as visits to companies, advertising and design houses as well as print and production units. Regular interactions with industry experts will help build a bridge between the students and the industry.
The B.F.A. Applied Arts program is a four-year full-time program with the first two years consisting of foundational courses as part of a common curriculum. After completing the first two years, students can opt to specialize in a track of their choice for the remaining two years.
| Semester 1 |
| Credits |
22 |
| Sketching & Drawing |
6 |
| Communication Skills - I |
2 |
Fundamentals of Design
2D Design |
4 |
| Basic Color Theory |
4 |
| Introduction to Photography |
2 |
| History of Art, Design & Technology |
4 |
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| Semester 2 |
| Credits |
22 |
| FAB Lab - I |
2 |
| Digital Design Tools - I |
4 |
Fundamentals of Design
3D Design |
4 |
| Communication Skills - II |
2 |
| Emerging Media & Technology |
4 |
| Product Photography |
2 |
| Open Elective - I |
4 |
| Semester 3 |
| Credits |
22 |
| FAB Lab - II |
2 |
| Communication Skills - III |
2 |
| Introduction to UI / UX - I |
4 |
| Storytelling & Storyboarding |
2 |
| Digital Design Tools - II |
4 |
| Visualization |
2 |
| Open Elective - II |
2 |
| Semester 4 |
| Credits |
22 |
| Identity Design |
4 |
| Communication Skills - IV |
2 |
| Introduction to UI / UX - II |
4 |
| Educational Tour |
2 |
| Rural & Cultural Exposure |
4 |
| Visual Scripting |
2 |
| Open Elective - III |
4 |
| 3rd Year & Fourth Year - Elective Tracks |
Tracks
Track I - Print & Publication Design
| Semester 5 |
| Credits |
22 |
| Communication Skills - V |
2 |
| Grids & Layouts |
2 |
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Design Project - I
• Magazine & Book Publishing
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4 |
| Educational Tour - Visual Merchandising |
2 |
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Design Project - II
• Visual Merchandising
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4 |
| Types of Printing |
2 |
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Design Project - III
• Printing Techniques
|
4 |
| Semester 6 |
| Credits |
22 |
| Visual Identity Design |
4 |
| Communication Skills - VI |
2 |
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Design Project - IV
• Brand Design & Promotion
|
4 |
| Industrial Tours |
2 |
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Design Project - V
• Signs & Symbols
|
4 |
| Seminar / Workshop |
2 |
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Design Project - VI
• Brand Architecture
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4 |
| Semester 7 |
| Credits |
22 |
| Summer Internship Presentation |
2 |
| Communication Skills - VII |
2 |
| Portfolio Project - I |
4 |
| Portfolio Project - II |
4 |
| Industrial Tour |
2 |
| Portfolio Project - III |
4 |
| Portfolio Project - IV |
4 |
| Semester 8 |
| Credits |
22 |
| Degree Project |
18 |
| Project Documentation |
2 |
| Open House Jury Presentation |
4 |
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Track II - Retail & Display Design
| Semester 5 |
| Credits |
22 |
| Communication Skills - V |
2 |
| Studio Materials - I |
4 |
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Design Project - I
• Floor Planning
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4 |
| Interior Lighting - I |
2 |
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Design Project - II
• Object & Furniture Design
|
4 |
| Educational Tour - Visual Merchandising |
2 |
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Design Project - III
• Visual Merchandising
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4 |
| Semester 6 |
| Credits |
22 |
| Communication Skills - VI |
2 |
| Interior Lighting - II |
4 |
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Design Project - IV
• Show Window Displays
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4 |
| Studio Materials - II |
2 |
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Design Project - V
• Point of Sale (POS)
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4 |
| Costing & Estimation (BOQs) |
2 |
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Design Project - VI
• Casting & Fabrication
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4 |
| Semester 7 |
| Credits |
22 |
| Summer Internship Presentation |
2 |
| Communication Skills - VII |
2 |
| Portfolio Project - I |
4 |
| Portfolio Project - II |
4 |
| Industrial Tour |
2 |
| Portfolio Project - III |
4 |
| Portfolio Project - IV |
4 |
| Semester 8 |
| Credits |
22 |
| Degree Project |
18 |
| Project Documentation |
2 |
| Open House Jury Presentation |
4 |
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Eligibility and Fees
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
- Passed 10 + 2 or equivalent examination with at least 45% marks (40% for reserved category candidate as per Maharashtra state government rules) and English as a passing subject.
- Students with scores of any of valid MAH AAC CET (Maharashtra Applied Arts and Crafts Common Entrance Test) and any other equivalent competitive examination are eligible to apply.
- Personal Interview conducted by School of Applied Arts at DYPIU Akurdi.
- The Candidate must present their Portfolio of Art works.
FEES STRUCTURE
- Tuition fee - Rs. 75,000/- per semester
- Registration fee - Rs. 2,500/- per semester
- Caution Deposit - Rs. 10,000/- (refundable at the end of the program)
Opportunity and Career Pathway
After the successful completion of B.F.A. Applied Arts program from DYPIU, students are offered jobs in diverse creative sectors such as:
- Graphics and Art Designer
- Visualizer
- Motion Graphics Designer
- Creative Designer
- Illustrator
- Art Editor
- Application Designer
- Advertising Director
- Aerial Photographer
- Art Activity Writer
- Art Appraiser
- Art Book Editor
- Art Consultant
- Art Coordinator
- Art Critic
- Art Dealer
- Art Director
- Art Distributor
- Art Historian
- Art Insurance Agent
- Art Librarian
- Art Magazine Editor
- Art Researcher
- Art Restorer
- Art Specialist
- Art Supervisor
- Art Teacher
- Assistant Professor
- Art Therapist
- Artist in Residence
- Artists Agent
- Audio/Visual Designer
- Automobile Designer
- Background Artist (TV)
- Bank Note Designer
- Basket Maker
- Block Engraver
- Botanical Designer
- Calendar Editor
- Calligrapher
- Camera Operator
- Cartographer (mapmaker)
- Cartoonist
- Cinematographer
- Comic Strip Artist
- Commercial Photographer
- Computer Graphic Artist
- Conceptual Artist
- Copywriter
- Curriculum Writer (Art)
- Editorial Art Director
- Environmental Artist
- Environmental Planner
- Exhibition Coordinator
- Fabric Designer
- Gallery Director
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