PROSPECTUS 2018

KSID: THE BEGINNING

Kerala State Institute of Design, was established in 2008, under the Department of Labour and Skills, Government of Kerala. In 2014 the institute was merged with KASE (Kerala Academy for Skills Excellence), the Skill Devel-opment Mission of the Government of Kerala.

With a small beginning of connect-ing to the artisan community and reviving the traditional crafts of the State, KSID soon spread it’s wings out to reach to a larger segment of the society, catering to various needs and demands of people; where design education also became a chief focus.

To realise this aim KSID was supported by the National Institute of Design (NID) Ahmedabad, and it transformed from being only an institute catering to one segment to one that also included design edu-cation, where the educational segment and the students became the backbone of the institute. KSID commenced it’s first batch of students in 2015, and has success-fully been continuing to take in students every year.

THE BEGINNING

MESSAGE FROM THEMANAGING DIRECTOR

lmagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited, whereas imagination embracesthe entire world . Creativity is think-ing up new things and innovation is doing new things. Application ofcreativity in the process of innova-tion is design. lt adds value to prod-ucts and services and brings ben-efits of technology to users. As design is gaining prominence and recognition as a professional domain, the young aspiring design-ers need to know the foundation and basics of design. lt is not only a spectrum of creativity but also

a school of understanding users, creating empathy and developing unique solutions to existing prob-lems, be it products, systems, or even services.As Kerala State lnstitute of Design enters into its fourth successful aca-demic year, I extend my wishes tothe entire team to move forward, aiming at increasing design aware-ness in the State and mouldingyoung creative designers to craft the world as a better place.

KSID: MD’S MESSAGE

- Dr. Sriram Venkitaraman, IASManaging Director, Kerala Academyfor Skills Excellence (KASE)

KSID: VISION MISSION AND COURSES

VISION AND MISSIONVISIONKerala State Institute of Design aims to create design professionals for creative industries and improve the quality of life of people in Kerala and India through design interven-tion, and also by spreading the awareness of the importance of design in solving problems.

MISSIONThe institute also focuses on devel-oping a unique curriculum and pedagogy based on the know-how and values of arts, crafts, science and technology to develop profes-sionals to facilitate socio-cultural and economic development along with a sustainable future.

COURSES OFFERED AT KSIDKSID offers Post Graduate courses in the fields of Communication Design, Textile Design, and Product Design. The courses extend over a period of 30 months consisting of 5 semesters with each discipline offering only 10 seats

IT Integrated Communication Design

Integrated Textile & Apparel Design

Integrated Lifestyle Product Design

KSID: OBJECTIVES

OBJECTIVES

design in all sectors of the society, by organizing and participating in seminars, fairs and workshops so also to reach out to students of various schools and colleges to create design aware-ness.

To promote design sensitivity in the community and impart values To provide outreach programs and Design training in various craft clus-ters, MSMEs and other industries as well as to promote local crafts and heritage of the State.

To collaborate with government, indigenous industry and to promote design exchange programmes at national and international levels with other educational institutes.

To provide design education and develop professionals excelling in confluence of design, technology and management skills, who willcater to public and private sectors, NGOs as well as small and large scale enterprises functioning throughout the Nation.

To provide design consultancy services to various government and private institutions and to add value to their efforts.

To conduct research in various domains of design and allied fields.

To periodically document and pub-lish results, in order to generate a knowledge repository of good

KSID: LOCATION

LOCATION

The institute is situated at Chandana-thope, in the outskirts of Kollam. Set in a serene and verdant surrounding, where nature is at its utmost beauty, the campus is a beau-tiful place filled with green canopy, and ideal to promote creative think-ing.

KSID is 9 kms away from the central railway station and KSRTC bus station Of Kollam. The nearest airport, Thiruvananthapuram inter-national and domestic airports are about 68kms from the institute.

KSID: LABS AND FACILITIES

LABS AND FACILITIESPLASTIC AND METAL PROTOTYPING WORKSHOP

WELL EQUIPPED CAMPUS WITH A BUILT UP AREA OF MORE THAN 31,000 SQUARE FEET

QUALIFIED, EXPERIENCED AND DEDICATED FACULTY

FULLY COMPUTERISED AND WELLSTOCKED CENTRAL LIBRARY

AMPHITHEATRE TO STAGE EVENTS AND A VARIETY OF SPORTS AND GAMES

HIGH SPEED INTERNET FACILITY TO ALL STUDENTS AND STAFF

HOSTEL FACILITY FOR MEN AND WOMEN WITH MESS WITHINTHE CAMPUS

WOODWORKING AND BAMBOO WORKSHOP

IT LAB FOR INTERFACEAND MEDIA DESIGN, COMPUTER AIDED INDUSTRIAL DESIGN,TEXTILE/APPAREL DESIGN

COMMUNICATION

DESIGNThe school of Interactive Communica-tion looks at the significance of social and technological tools of communi-cation, and through its academic programme plans to develop young professionals with scholarly knowl-edge on the phenomena of interactiv-ity. Basic design fundamentals are part and parcel of the Design programme and students are trained in areas such as colour, form, mate-rial, and communication graphics and so on. The PG Programme aims at imparting knowledge and further-ing research into the domain of designing interactive experiences in media, products and computer design applications. Students are exposed to and trained in both com-puter design applications and basic ‘hands on’ skills. The programme covers a wide range of communica-tion tools starting from information design to branding, interaction design, interface design, moving images and IT related interactive media.

The curriculum is designed in such a way that students are ready for direct employment in any IT firm as well as any design based firm. They can adapt to any employment situa-tion anywhere in India or abroad. The students can look for opportuni-ties in sectors like Graphic Design and Identity Design, Animation and Film, User Interface and Interaction Design and also work in IT based design studios. Their foundation training in basic design fundamen-tals enables them to weave together the modern technology, the tradi-tional ‘hands on’ skills and their basic innate creativity which is nurtured and enhanced during their two and-a half year experience at KSID. The School is collaborating with National and International Design Institutes in academics. It has also taken up training for profession-als and external consultancy work for various agencies.

The School of Interactive Communication

the most powerful form of communicationis the visual language!

DESIGNinformationINTERFACE

new media

graphic

publication design

visualisationNARRATIVE

INTERACTION DESIGN

BRANDINGidentity design

EXPERIENCEDESIGN

animation

where ideas are translated into visuals!

the courseis for a duration offive semesters with ten seats

activities includeclassroom projects;live projects; lectures; self-initiatedprojects

TEXTILE AND APPAREL

DESIGN

where fibres, colours and ideasare woven together to create a fabric...a garment...and aunique unparalleled

DESIGN

At KSID focus is on multi- disciplinarylearning where students from all the design streams offered canexplore and experiment in labs for their concerned projects.

the textile and weaving labis often used by other departments as well as partof student projects

The Department of Textile and Apparel Design intends to train young people as professional design-ers in the area of textile, apparel, coir and other natural fibres. The depart-ment also intends to impart training to people from the craft, handloom, Micro Small & Medium Enterprises, cottage, N G O sectors, and organi-sations of women empowerment involved with crafts of the State.

Department of IntegratedTextile and ApparelDesign

Inputs to understand properties of different fibres, natural, synthetic and mineral fibres, enable the student to select the appropriate material for the purpose required. The course will cover a wide range of textile tech-niques. It will also cover the study of fibre, fabric development using one element, such as knitting, crochet, multiple elements using weaving structures and different techniques in weaving, nonwoven structures such as braiding, sprang, felt, macramé, etc. They are also trained in embroi-dery, appliqué work and also exposed to lace making and taken for visits to industries where large scale manufacture of yarns, woven fabrics, knitted fabrics etc., happen. They are also taken for visit to places where related technologies are used to achieve all the above, which will enable the student to use these to design as well as make products. The students are also exposed to the diversified rich crafts of the Nation through courses like craft documenta-tion and environmental exposure.

The course intends to train young professionals with the relevant techni-cal and design inputs in the areas of surface ornamentation of fabric through various weaving structures and post loom processes like printing and dyeing. Emphasis is given to projects in association with the hand-loom, coir and garment sectors of the State. Due importance is given to the theory of fabric structures, study of looms, loom mechanism, dyeing and printing while imparting them with the practical knowledge in the apparel, weaving, dyeing labs of textile department. Students are prepared for employment in the Textile as well as Apparel Design / Fashion Industry. The students will initially have good grounding in the design fundamentals, colour, form & structure etc.The students will learn how the Textiles and Apparel are developed and made through hands on learning as well as through technical, theoreti-cal, historical studies, field study, research and project based initia-tives providing opportunities to work with clients.

Post Graduate Programme in Textile and Apparel Design the course

is for a duration offive semesters with ten seats

DESIGNINTEGRATED LIFESTYLE PRODUCT

"Everything is designed. Few things are designed well."—Brian Reed

At the same time, product designers need to be increasingly aware of technological advancements, and the social and ecological impact of their work. A wide range of inputs including History of Design, Systems Thinking, etc. are essential in the product designer's education. The Integrated Lifestyle Product Design programme will be a balanced mix of theory and practice through lecture, research, various assign-ments and projects. Other areas of inputs will be Computer Aided Design for developing Product, Space & Environment, Design Man-agement, and Ethnography for sustainable Development etc. Field visits to diverse markets, manufactur-ing facilities and exposure to domain specific national events, lectures and interaction with Industry domain experts would be an integral part of the curriculum. The student concludes the programme with a 4-6 month, industry lead live project, guided by an in-house faculty member and

The Integrated Lifestyle Product Design Course is a 5 semester PG Diploma Program which involves an understanding of strong design fundamentals including Design Rep-resentation, Elements of Color and Form, Materials and Process, Applied ergonomics, Design Process and Thinking, Socio-cultural Influ-ences etc. at various levels through the programme. The Main Projects will be conceived through various semester in many levels, like func-tional products, lifestyle products, Furniture and Space where user and use of local material/elements can be an integrated part. There will be a few Mini Projects which also can look in to the need of local craft sector requirements, through which we can build more sensitivity towards under-standing the traditional sector and local materials etc. Every project based course follows a design process & methodology essential for the student to arrive at creative and informed design directions.

Post Graduate Diploma in Lifestyle Product Design

assessed by a team of jury. Students after successful completion of this program have the ability to conceptu-alize and realize design of lifestyle product in a creative, customer centric, systemic approach with local as well as global sensibilities and nuances.

The career prospects of a Product Designer are excellent considering the rapid development of the domain that has been happening in the past few years. Product Designers are an essential resource for any economy focusing in industrial production and leveraging of local infrastructure. The recent shift of manufacturing focus in India enables Product Designers to works with Railways, Defence, Auto-motive Industry, Consumer Appli-ances, Furniture, Crafts, Renewable Resources, Social Development, Design Services, etc.

This course puts focus on strong ties with the industry during the course duration through Live Projects, Case Studies, Factory Visits and Industrial Training. This ensures that the course remains relevant and up-to-date, which will enable the students to have all the necessary skill sets to be a good professional.

KSID: ADMISSIONS

Short listed candidates would be called for a studio test and interview at KSID campus

Based on the performance of the can-didates in the studio test and inter-view, the final rank list of the candi-dates and the waiting list would be published

The total number of seats available for each programme is 10. While the admission is based on the selection process conducted by KSID, reservation principle as defined by the Government of Kerala and as modified from time to time are appli-cable. The break-up of seats at KSID for each course as per mandatory reservation is as follows:

a) Open Merit - 6 seatsb) Socially and Educationally Back-ward Classes (SEBC) - 3 seatsc) Scheduled Casts and Scheduled Tribes - 1 seat

In case eligible candidates are not found in any reserved category, the vacant seats will be filled up from the open merit list.

The candidates should have minimum 55% marks in any degree or equiva-lent qualification from a recognized university or institution

Upper age limit is 40 years

Candidates who have appeared/are appearing for the final semester examination can also apply, with their last available score aggregates.

Any professional experience in relevant fields will be an added advan-tage

Advertisement for applications would be published in KSID website and print media

All eligible candidates would be called for a design aptitude test

ADMISSIONS

ELIGIBILITY

SELECTION OF CANDIDATES

KSID: ADMISSIONS

Candidates can apply through KSID website (www.ksid.ac.in). Candi-dates should upload completed application form, one latest passport size photograph and scanned copies of self-attested supporting docu-ments. Candidates will receive an e-mail confirmation on successful completion of the application process. While submitting the appli-cation, a fee of Rs.750/- shall be paid through a Bank DD or the SB Collect option on the link:https://www.onlinesbi.com/prelogin/icollecthome.htm

Payment through DD: Those paying application fee through DD should take a DD of Rs.750/- in favour of ‘Kerala State Institute of Design’ pay-able at Kollam. Candidates should indicate the DD details in their appli-cation form and send the DD with a copy of their application acknowl-edgement to the Executive Director, Kerala State Institute of Design, Chan-danathope, Kollam - 691014, in an envelope marked “admissions 2018” before 04/04/2018 (Fourth of April 2018). Candidates may also-pay through the SB Collect option.

Five semester programme with a total duration of two and a half academic years, will include lectures, studio/workshop/laboratory work, seminar and a thesis work in the relevant area of specialization. The course content is as per the syllabus developed by National Institute of Design (NID).

COURSE STRUCTURE

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION FORM

COURSE FEE

Admission Fees Rs. 2,000/-Semester Fees per semester Rs.45,000/-Hostel Fees per semester Rs. 3,000/-Security Deposit (refundable) Rs. 10,000/-

Annual tuition fee for overseas students:For the students from SAARC Coun-tries, African Countries, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnam: US$ 5,000. For the rest of the foreign students other than those mentioned above: US$ 12,000.

ADMISSIONS

CANCELLATION OFADMISSION

KSID: ADMISSIONS

LIQUIDATED DAMAGES

The candidates who obtain admis-sion and discontinue studies after the closing of admission in the same year or in subsequent years are liable to pay the tuition fee and special fee for the remaining period.

Admission to the course is purely provisional and if any malpractice is detected at any later stage in the mark list of certificate furnished by the can-didate, the admission of the candi-date will be cancelled and he/she will be removed from the rolls of the institution. The Executive Director is empowered to cancel any admission found to be illegal subsequent to the admission.

Copy of qualifying Degree Certificate

Certificate of eligibility for reservation candidates and mark list for all semes-ters

Consolidated final mark list of degree course

Copy of SSLC/equivalent certificate mentioning the Date of Birth of appli-cant

Copy of DD for Rs. 750/-

DOCUMENTS TO BE UPLOADED

Refund of fee will be applicable only to students who leave the institute on cancellation of admission on or before 15/07/2018. The amount of fee collected will be refunded to the candidate only after the closing of admission for the year. No interest will be paid to the candidates.

REFUND OF FEE

KSID: ADMISSIONS: IMPORTANT DATES

Last date for applying online 31st March - 31/03/2018

Last date for receipt of application fees in the form of Demand Draft/SB Collect-4th April - 04/04/2018

Date of Aptitude Test-29th of April29/04/2018

Date for Interview/Studio Test-June 3rd&4th03&04/05/2018

Date of publishing rank list with wait list-15th of June15/06/2018

Last Date of remittance of fee for admission, certificate Verification and completion of admission formali-ties- 30th June30/06/2018

Announcement of vacant seats to wait listed candidates-July 2nd02/07/2018

Last date for submitting fee, certifi-cate verification and completion of admission formalities for wait-listed candidates-15th of July15/07/2018

IMPORTANTDATES

KSID: DISCLAIMER

The candidates who obtain admis-sion and discontinue studies after the closing of admission in the same year or in subsequent years are liable to pay the tuition fee and special fee for the remaining period.

Any other details not specifically covered by these clauses will be decided by the Admission Committee and their decision will be final. This prospectus is subject to modificationsas per the decisions of the KSID and KASE authorities. Modifications and changes will be notified on the web-site www.ksid.ac.in and candidates may regularly check the website

DISCLAIMER

A unit of KASE (Kerala Academy for Skills Excellence)

Chandanathope, Kollam - 140474 2710303/2719193www.ksid.ac.in