The Design Village, an interdisciplinary, industry-focused design institute based in Delhi NCR that offers UGC-accredited undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes, has recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with TU Delft in the Netherlands. According to an official release, this agreement aims to foster academic and industrial collaboration between these institutions, encompassing a five-year bilateral international industry exchange and cooperation programme.
This collaboration between TDV and TU Delft is an important step forward in the global quest for academic excellence and design innovation. In addition to the statement, it is expected to provide students with priceless opportunities for cross-cultural education, exposure to various design methodologies, and opportunities to apply their skills in real-world settings.
TU Delft provides an extensive ACT Development Programme throughout the Academic Career Track, consisting of a wide range of training courses and instruments in all areas of the academic career. Based on one’s ACT Personal Development Plan and one’s talents, experiences, and preferences, one decides which recommended and in-depth training courses, in addition to the required training courses, will be pursued.
Commenting on the partnership, Vatsal Agarwal, Associate Dean of TDV, said:
The relationship between the two institutions dates back to our inception, where a design school for the future was being realized. This Memorandum of Understanding fortifies our commitment to designing for change and creating a long-term impact, establishing a platform for global and universal learners.
Both companies claim they are excited about the opportunities for knowledge sharing, research cooperation, and industry alliances that this MoU will open up. According to the press release, the main objective is to contribute to the broader design community by providing valuable insights and innovations that can have a significant impact on the field.
The undergraduate design courses at The Design Village go beyond the traditional approach by aiming to educate not only skilled but also responsible designers capable of tackling the world’s complex challenges for both industry and society. The platform offers various UG-PG courses like Bachelor of Design (Bachelor of Product Design, Space & Interior Design, Fashion & Textile Design, Interaction Design, Graphics & Communication Design & Transportation & Mobility Design. Master of Design (Master of Product Design, Space & Interior Design, Fashion & Textile, Graphic & Communication Design), and M. Des Integrated Programme (Graphics & Communication Design, Space & Interior)
