Next cycle begins on 12th May 2026
Micro Diploma in Human-Centred Design Product
The HCD Micro Diploma in Product is a six-month course designed to train future product-centered designers.
TThe HCD Micro Diploma is a six-month, project-integrated learning experience designed to develop the next generation of human-centered product designers.
Programme Fee
₹45,000
+ Applicable Taxes
Duration
6 Months Hybrid)
Total Credits
24 Credits
Learning Model
Hybrid
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What Makes This Program Different
Traditional education separates thinking from making. This programme unites them.
Students move through a carefully designed journey where they:
Build foundational product thinking
Apply HCD methods to real product briefs
Integrate research into strategic decisions
Explore tools across the design spectrum
By the end of six months, each student builds a body of work that reflects depth, range, and real impact.
Learning Journey (4-Module Path)
Progress through a four-module journey that builds skills from fundamentals to strategy and real-world impact
Year 1
Foundation: Research & Empathy (6 Credits)
The first module is a shared foundational experience designed to build core HCD literacy and product thinking.
Courses include:
Introduction to Human-Centered Design
Design Research & User Interviews
Behavioural Psychology for Designers
Visual Communication Fundamentals
Problem Framing & Opportunity Mapping
Year 2
Exploration: Ideation & Concept Design (6 Credits)
Concept Generation Studio
Rapid Prototyping Methods
Information Architecture
Content Strategy & Narrative
Digital Tools for Product Design
Year 3
Application: Systems & Product Intelligence (6 Credits)
Students begin defining their focus through product pathways, shaped by global practice and tailored to HCD.
Example courses:
Advanced Product Design Studio
AI in Design Workflows
Service Design & Ecosystems
Data-Driven Design Decisions
Year 4
Integration: Impact & Execution (6 Credits)
Students begin defining their focus through product pathways, shaped by global practice and tailored to HCD.
Example courses:
Capstone Product Challenge (6 Credits)
Industry Collaboration / Live Brief
Portfolio Development
Reflective Research & Thesis
Internship Experience
A key differentiator of the program is its structured internship pathway.
Over six months, students tackle four live projects across key product domains:
Storytelling and animation
Storytelling and animation
Film and media
UX and product design
Startup and innovation environments
By the end of six months, each student builds a body of work that reflects depth, range, and real impact.
Curriculum Components (Across 6 Months)
Studio Courses
Hands-on learning
Idea testing
Continuous improvement
Lab Courses
AI tools
Prototyping platforms
Digital systems
Liberal & Contextual Studies (18 Credits)
Sociology& Anthropology
Culture & media
Ethics in technology
Outcome
By the end of the program, students graduate with:
Understanding of AI-integrated design workflows
A systems-level approach to problem solving
Ability to design across physical, digital, and hybrid systems
Real-world project experience
A strong interdisciplinary portfolio
Certification & Academic Pathway
Upon successful completion, students receive:
HCD Professional Certification
A comprehensive industry portfolio
DIC certification from IIT Hyderabd
Additionally, students will have completed the requirements of an undergraduate degree through an affiliated university pathway.
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Next cycle begins on
Jun 14, 2026
Undergraduate Program in Human-Centered Design
The HCD Hybrid Undergraduate Program is a four-year course designed to train future human-centered designers.
The HCD Hybrid Undergraduate Program is a four-year, work-integrated learning experience designed to develop the next generation of human-centered designers.
Next cycle begins on
Jun 14, 2026
Undergraduate Program in Human-Centered Design
The HCD Hybrid Undergraduate Program is a four-year course designed to train future human-centered designers.
The HCD Hybrid Undergraduate Program is a four-year, work-integrated learning experience designed to develop the next generation of human-centered designers.
Programme Fee
₹12,50,000
+ Applicable Taxes
Duration
4 Years (Full-Time)
Total Credits
120 Credits
Learning Model
Offline
What Makes This Program Different
Traditional education separates learning and work. This program integrates them.
Students move through a carefully designed journey where they:
Learn foundational thinking
Apply skills in real-world environments
Integrate knowledge into strategic practice
Explore multiple creative disciplines
By the end of four years, each student builds a body of work that reflects depth, range, and real impact.
Internship Experience
A key differentiator of the program is its structured internship pathway.
Over four years, students complete eight internships across diverse domains:
Storytelling and animation
Storytelling and animation
Film and media
UX and product design
Startup and innovation environments
Certification & Academic Pathway
Upon successful completion, students receive:
HCD Professional Certification
A comprehensive industry portfolio
Access to the HCD professional network
Additionally, students will have completed the requirements of an undergraduate degree through an affiliated university pathway.
Outcome
By the end of the program, students graduate with:
Understanding of AI-integrated design workflows
A systems-level approach to problem solving
Ability to design across physical, digital, and hybrid systems
Real-world project experience
A strong interdisciplinary portfolio
Curriculum Components (Across 4 Years)
Studio Courses
Hands-on learning
Idea testing
Continuous improvement
Lab Courses
AI tools
Prototyping platforms
Digital systems
Liberal & Contextual Studies (18 Credits)
Sociology& Anthropology
Culture & media
Ethics in technology
Learning Journey (4-Year Path)
Progress through a four-year journey that builds skills from fundamentals to strategy and real-world impact.
Year 1
Foundation: Perception & Fundamentals
(30 Credits)
The first year is a shared foundational experience designed to build core design literacy and critical thinking.
Courses include:
Foundation Studio: Design & Representation
Human Behaviour & Psychology
Visual Communication Systems
Introduction to Digital Tools
Design Thinking & Problem Framing
Year 2
Exploration:
Interaction & Creation (30 Credits)
Interaction Design Studio
UX Research & Methods
Systems Thinking for Designers
Creative Coding / AI Foundations
Design for Digital Platforms
Year 3
Application: Systems & Intelligence
(30 Credits)
Students begin defining their direction through focused pathways, inspired by global programs but tailored to HCD.
Example courses:
Advanced Product Design Studio
AI in Design Workflows
Service Design & Ecosystems
Data-Driven Design Decisions
Year 4
Integration: Impact & Execution
(30 Credits)
Students begin defining their direction through focused pathways, inspired by global programs but tailored to HCD.
Example courses:
Capstone Project (6 Credits)
Industry Collaboration / Internship
Portfolio Development
Research & Thesis
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