1. What kind of design courses does AND Academy offer?Fast-tracked, in-depth design courses that get you industry-ready.
Certificate: Part-time (Evening/Weekend):- Graphic Design course (16 weeks)
- UX UI Design course (18 weeks)
- Interior Design course (16 weeks)
Diploma: Part-time (Evening/Weekend):- Graphic Design course (32 weeks)
- UX UI Design course (34 weeks)
- Interior Design course (32 weeks)
- Motion Graphics Design course (25 weeks)
Postgraduate Diploma Course: Part-time (Evening/Weekend):- PG Diploma in UX UI Design course (1 Year)
Postgraduate Diploma: Full-time (Monday - Friday):- PG Diploma in Graphic Design course (36 weeks)
- PG Diploma in Interior Design course (40 weeks)
2. How are the courses taught?Pursue our design courses online and be taught exclusively through live, interactive sessions. You get a unique classroom-like experience where you learn by interacting with mentors, engaging in discussions and getting active feedback.
Certificate / Diploma / PG Diploma UX UI: Part-time (Evening/Weekend)- 6 hours per week of live interactive sessions
- 6 hours per week of self-managed study
PG Diploma: Full-time (Monday - Friday)- 16 hours per week of live interactive sessions
- 16 hours per week of self-managed study
3. Do I need prior experience or knowledge of design? To be admitted to a design course at AND Academy, it is not mandatory to have any prior knowledge or experience in the field of design. Being from the design field or an allied one would, however, be an advantage while pursuing the course.
4. Can I work full-time while enrolled in a course?Our part-time courses are curated for working professionals who wish to develop their skills further. Classes will be conducted in the evenings, so you have the flexibility to work while you learn.
Classes for the full-timePG Diploma courses are conducted from 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM, Monday to Friday. Hence it would be challenging to work full-time while attending these courses.
5. What is the difference between a PG Diploma course and the Certificate / Diploma courses?The PG Diploma courses are designed for graduates who can commit to an intense and rigorous course. The PG Diploma courses in Graphic Design and Interior Design also require full-time participation.
The part-time Certificate and Diploma courses are designed for graduates and working professionals who wish to transform their careers by developing their skills in a chosen specialisation alongside their current job.
6. What happens if I miss some of the live classes?We use a world-class Learning Management System for course dissemination, soyou can easily access recordings of all the sessions.
7. What if I don’t complete the course due to unforeseen circumstances?If you are not in a position to continue with the course due to personal exigencies, then you can pause the course and resume with the next batch.
8. Do I need a computer to take this course?Since we teach our design courses online, you will require the following:
- A computer (Windows or Mac). Depending on your course, you might need specific software installed on your computer.
- Strong internet connection.
- An up-to-date version of the Google Chrome web browser.
- Webcam, microphone and headphones (a headset with a microphone function is recommended).
9. Will there be certification on completion of the course?Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate / Diploma / PG Diploma, as relevant.
10. Who will be my mentors/teachers?You will be taught by industry practitioners and leaders in the field of design through live presentations, demos and class activities. Here’s the
complete list of mentors.11. How many students does each cohort have?We enrol only 25 to 30 students per batch.
12. Will I be a part of an alumni network?Yes, you would be part of the AND Academy alumni network.