Dr. Jitin Chadha, the founder and CEO of our institution, discusses the "Indian Institute of Art & Design" and its "one plus three curriculum" programs.
The Indian Institute of Art and Design (IIAD) in Delhi partners with the Kingston School of Arts at Kingston University, London. This collaboration means that students at IIAD can earn a degree from Kingston University, a globally recognized institution, alongside a UGC-recognized degree from IIAD.
Jitin Chadha, founder and CEO of IIAD, told FE Education that the partnership allows for the sharing of teaching experiences among academicians and experts, resulting in a curriculum that is contextually relevant to India, yet adheres to international standards.
This collaboration has several key impacts:
- Global Recognition: Graduates of IIAD will hold degrees from Kingston University, expanding their career prospects not just in India, but globally.
- Curriculum Enhancement: The partnership will infuse international design standards and methodologies into the curriculum, making it more comprehensive and in line with global best practices.
- Industry Linkages: Students will have the opportunity to participate in live projects with industry clients, facilitating practical learning and the application of design skills in real-world situations.
- Faculty and Resource Sharing: There may be potential for faculty exchange and shared resources between the two institutions, enriching the educational experience for all.
In essence, this partnership significantly elevates the design education offered at IIAD by merging local and international perspectives, providing students with a well-rounded, blended learning experience.
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- The partnership between the Indian Institute of Art and Design (IIAD) and Kingston School of Arts at Kingston University, London, will offer postgraduate and undergraduate courses in design, enhancing students' learning experience and personal growth in the field of art and design.
- With this collaboration, IIAD students will gain industry experience through participating in live projects with clients, providing an opportunity for practical learning and application of design skills in real-world situations.
- The curriculum at IIAD will be enriched by the infusion of international design standards and methodologies, ensuring it aligns with global best practices and boosts the students' education-and-self-development.
- The collaboration between the two institutions, IIAD and Kingston University, may lead to faculty exchange and shared resources, offering a more comprehensive and enriched learning environment for both Indian and international students.
- This partnership aims to equip students with a well-rounded, blended learning experience, combining local and international perspectives and thereby facilitating their professional growth and career prospects in the realm of art and design.
