The Master of Design (M.Des) in Interior Design at Indus Design School is a 2-year postgraduate program that focuses on transforming spaces into functional, aesthetic, and meaningful environments. Open to graduates from design, architecture, fine arts, or related disciplines, the program integrates creativity, technology, and sustainability to prepare professionals who can design for residential, commercial, hospitality, institutional, and retail spaces.
From advanced space planning and material innovation to lighting, furniture integration, CAD, and sustainable interior practices, the course equips students with the expertise to design interiors that are both human-centered and future-ready.
Subjects of the Curriculum
- Foundation (Semesters I)
- Core Skills (Semesters II)
- Applied Design (Semesters III)
- Professional Practice (Semesters IV)
- History & Theory of Interior Design
- Advanced Principles of Space Planning
- Interior Materials & Finishes
- Lighting & Acoustics Basics
- Design Studio I – Residential Interiors
- Furniture Systems & Modular Design
- CAD for Interiors (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit)
- Interior Services (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing)
- Human Factors & Ergonomics in Interiors
- Design Studio II – Commercial & Workplace Interiors
- Sustainable & Green Interior Design
- Interior Branding & Retail Space Design
- Advanced Visualization (3D Max, VR Walkthroughs)
- Smart Homes & Digital Technologies in Interiors
- Design Studio III – Hospitality & Institutional Interiors
- Interior Project Management & Entrepreneurship
- Intellectual Property & Professional Ethics
- Industry Internship / Live Project with interior firms
- Final Design Thesis – Major Interior Project (Residential, Commercial, or Hospitality)
Integrated Learning
- Craft Documentation – study of regional crafts, finishes, and applications in interiors
- Relative Study Program (RSP) – field visits, site studies, and industrial collaborations
- Electives – exhibition design, set design, lighting design, or furniture integration
- Design Studios each semester – real-world projects from concept to execution
Learning Outcomes
- Master space planning, CAD visualization, and interior material applications
- Apply ergonomics, sustainability, and smart technologies in design solutions
- Develop expertise in lighting, furniture integration, and building services
- Gain hands-on skills in project execution, detailing, and site management
- Build a professional portfolio & thesis project ready for client and industry showcase
Why Choose Indus Design School?
Career Pathways
A graduate with an M.Des in Interior Design can pursue:
Admission Process
Step 1
Registration
Step 2
Indus Design Hunt
Step 3
Personal Interview + Portfolio Review
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
It is a 2-year (4 semesters) full-time postgraduate program.
Graduates in Design, Architecture, Interior Design, Fine Arts, or related fields are eligible.
Yes, the program includes AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, 3Ds Max, and VR-based visualization.
Yes. The program includes internships, live projects, industrial visits, and site-based learning.
Students work on residential, commercial, retail, hospitality, and institutional interiors, culminating in a major thesis project.
You can work as an Interior Designer, Project Manager, Furniture Designer, Sustainable Consultant, or Design Entrepreneur.