The Post Graduate Diploma in Information Arts and Information Design Practices is a one-year full-time postgraduate program offered by Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design and Technology, a constituent of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). This innovative diploma bridges art, design, technology, and information science, equipping students to navigate and reshape information in the digital age. The program explores how information shapes our lives through art and design practices, combining storytelling, data visualization, systems design, and visual communication. Students engage with diverse media including drawing, painting, photography, film, graphic design, and interactive design. The program is designed for aspiring art and design practitioners seeking to develop critical thinking and creative practice in information-driven contexts. The program is offered on campus at Srishti Manipal Institute, Bangalore, with a total fee of 504000 for the entire duration.
Admission Status: Admissions for 2026 are ongoing. The last date of application for Round 1 is March 14, 2026. Class commencement is tentatively scheduled for July 2026, with orientation in late June 2026.
KEY POINTS
- Innovative bridge program between undergraduate and postgraduate curricula
- Interdisciplinary approach combining art, design, technology, and information science
- Media-agnostic curriculum covering diverse creative and digital tools
- Focus on storytelling, data visualization, and systems design
- Practice-based and practice-led research methodology
- Access to specialized research studios including Lila Artist Research Studio and Centre for Reimagining Transitions
- Emphasis on ethical design and community engagement
- Opportunities for advanced studies and professional practice in design and art
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