INTEGRATED MASTER'S DIPLOMA Visual Communication and Digital Design
Program Overview
Category |
Details |
| Course Name | Integrated Master's Program |
| Course Level | INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMA IN VISUAL COMMUNICATION AND DIGITAL DESIGN – (RNCP LEVEL 7) |
| Course Duration | 3 Years (India) + 2 Years (Paris) |
| Course Eligibility | Grade 12 |
| Average Salary | 12 LPA |
| Areas of Employment |
Art Directors, Creative Strategists, Graphic Designers, UI/UX Designers, Web Designers, Branding & Packaging, etc. |
What is the Integrated Master’s Diploma in Visual Communication and Digital Design?
The Integrated Master’s Diploma in Visual Communication and Digital Design is a 5-year (3+2) international design diploma course and diploma in visual communication that builds strong creative, technical, and strategic skills in graphic design, branding, digital media, and visual storytelling. Offered by one of the leading integrated colleges in Mumbai and among the top graphic design diploma courses in Mumbai, students learn through studio-based classes, live projects, internships, and global exposure, gaining real industry experience across India and France.
- Years 1–3: Design foundations and core skills in India
- Year 4: Advanced master’s-level studies in France (taught in English)
- Year 5: Paid co-op program with classroom learning plus professional work experience
The France portion is supported at net zero tuition fee, making it a globally focused diploma in design and communication design program that prepares students for successful creative careers worldwide.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Placements in India and France for internship and co-op program
INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOPS
Conducted by professionals from across the the world, tackling multicultural design problems
STUDY IN FRANCE
3+2 integrated Master diploma, in English, with 2 years in France!
CURRICULUM
Our five-year programme combines theoretical and studio classes, real-world projects, industry internships, and co-op programs to prepare students for a creative career. Our faculty members provide guidance and support throughout the programme, helping students to unleash their creative potential. With hands-on experience and industry connections, graduates are well-equipped for success in the world of creativity.
Lab 1 (India)
Foundation Studies
This year serves as an introduction to the creative industries. The focus is on form, and its interaction with function. Students learn the fundamental principles of art and design, as the pedagogical building blocks for their future specialisations. They explore their creativity in a year-long personal project.
Analytical Drawing + Live Model Sketching + Colour + Creativity + Illustration + Volume + Perspective + Human Sciences + History of Art + Project Week + Environment Design + Sketching + Exterior Drawing + Marker Renderings + Props Design + Anatomy + French + Storyboarding + Storytelling + Introduction to AI + Introduction to Interaction + Mechanics of Games + Visual Expression + Workshop + Personal Project
Lab 2 (India)
DESIGN PRINCIPLES & TECHNIQUES
An important year of transition, students learn about the basic elements of visual and graphical communication; text, image and how they are related. Students participate in international workshops and intensive project weeks that combine conceptual methodology, technical training and research processes.
Graphic Design + Page Layout + Typography + UX Design + Computer Graphics + Branding + Photography + Illustration + Copywriting + Motion Design + Graphic Culture + Human Sciences + Art Direction + French + International Workshop + 3 Day Print House Internship + Project Week
Short internship
1 - 2 months
A summer internship at a print house or design agency gives students their first taste of the creative careers and processes of visual communication and digital industries. Observation and team participation introduces them to the challenges of applying creativity in professional contexts.
Lab 3 (India)
CONCEPTS & COMMUNICATION WITH DESIGN
Going a step ahead from the technical foundation given in Lab 2, students consider aesthetics and their relevance to the world. Through projects that involve teamwork and strategic completion of cross-functional live client assignments, students refine their ability to infuse creativity in concepts. They also have the opportunity to go for a semester-long exchange programme to France.
3D Blender + Computer Graphics + Advertising + Editorial Design + Motion Design + UI Design + Packaging + Typo for Web + Copywriting + Graphic Design + Digital Art Direction + Brand Strategy + Interactive Design + Marketing + French + International Workshop + Project Week
A 2 YEAR INTERNATIONAL MASTER’S DIPLOMA IN FRANCE
M1 First Year
YEAR 1 : A Full-time study programme, subject covered :
Editorial design + Manufacturing and publishing techniques + Packaging + Computer graphics + Visual identity + Brand design + Marketing + Strategic planning + Brand content + Design Thinking + Retail design + Advertising creation + Design-writing + DA / photography + Project management + Digital Strategy + Collected data + Semiology
M2 Second Year
YEAR 2 : 3 weeks in apprenticeship in agencies1 week project at school monthly, subjects covered :
Digital artistic direction + Strategies / Live project
Consulting (publishing & digital) + Project management
Monitoring / News management +
Artificial intelligence and Data analyse
Semiology + Marketing + Sociology + public speaking +
stress management + Entrepreneurship.
YEAR 1 : A Full-time study programme, subject covered :
Editorial design + Manufacturing and publishing techniques + Packaging + Computer graphics + Visual identity + Brand design + Marketing + Strategic planning + Brand content + Design Thinking + Retail design + Advertising creation + Design-writing + DA / photography + Project management + Digital Strategy + Collected data + Semiology
M2 Second Year
YEAR 2 : 3 weeks in apprenticeship in agencies1 week project at school monthly, subjects covered :
Digital artistic direction + Strategies / Live project
Consulting (publishing & digital) + Project management
Monitoring / News management +
Artificial intelligence and Data analyse
Semiology + Marketing + Sociology + public speaking +
stress management + Entrepreneurship.
INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMA IN VISUAL COMMUNICATION AND DIGITAL DESIGN - (RNCP LEVEL 7)
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Why Study Integrated Master’s Diploma in Visual Communication and Digital Design at École Intuit Lab?
Study in India & France
Experience a truly international design diploma course with academic exposure in both India and France. Learning across two creative cultures helps you develop a global design perspective and adaptability.
Learn from Global Design Experts
Attend international workshops led by experienced designers and industry professionals. Understand global trends, creative processes, and real-world practices in visual communication and digital design.
Hands-on Studio Learning
Build practical skills through studio-based classes focused on graphic design, branding, and digital media. Learn by creating, experimenting, and solving real design challenges every day.
Live Projects & Portfolio Development
Work on real client briefs and industry assignments throughout the program. Graduate with a strong professional portfolio that showcases your abilities in visual communication and communication design.
Internships & Industry Exposure
Gain early experience through internships with agencies, print houses, and design studios. Understand professional workflows and become confident working in real creative environments.
Paid Co-op Work Experience in France
Combine classroom learning with paid industry work during the co-op program. Earn while you learn and graduate job-ready from one of the leading graphic design diploma courses in Mumbai at École Intuit Lab.
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A faculty of practicing artists & designers
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Integrated Master’s Diploma in Visual Communication and Digital Design : Admissions Overview
| Category | Details | Key Takeaway for Applicant |
| Eligibility | Students who have completed Grade 12 or higher, who have a passion for design and a flair for the creative can apply to this programme. Students may also apply as transfer students from other graphic design or visual communication programmes. Contact the admissions team for details. | Open to Grade 12+ students and transfer applicants with an interest in design. |
| Admission Process Steps |
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Follow the step-by-step process from application to interview to complete admission. |
| Selection Process | Students will be subjected to a creative intelligence test, personal interview and portfolio evaluation. (Portfolio required for transfer students in Year 2+) | Selection is based on creative ability, interview performance, and portfolio review. |
FAQs
It is a 5-year (3+2) international design diploma course that combines undergraduate studies in India with postgraduate master’s education in France, focusing on graphic design, branding, digital media, and visual communication.
You will learn graphic design, typography, branding, UI/UX design, motion graphics, packaging, digital strategy, and visual storytelling through studio-based learning, live projects, and hands-on practice.
Yes. The program builds strong creative and technical foundations from the start, helping students develop industry-ready skills early and prepare for professional design careers.
Students who have completed Grade 12 or higher and have a passion for creativity and design can apply. Transfer students from graphic design or visual communication programs are also eligible.
Yes. No prior design or coding knowledge is required. The course starts with foundation training and gradually builds advanced creative and technical skills.
The course spans five years, with three years of study in India followed by two years in France that include postgraduate learning and professional work experience.
Graduates can expect an average starting salary of around ₹12 LPA, depending on their skills, portfolio quality, internship experience, and the role they pursue in graphic design, branding, or digital communication.
Yes. Students study in both India and France, attend international workshops, and work on multicultural design projects that prepare them for global creative careers.
The program is highly practical and studio-based, focusing on real assignments, client projects, and hands-on design work rather than only theory.
Yes. Students complete short internships in India and gain extensive professional exposure through a paid co-op work program in France.
In the final year, students combine classroom learning with paid industry work each month, allowing them to gain real experience while earning and building their professional network.
Graduates can work as Graphic Designers, Art Directors, Brand Designers, UI/UX Designers, Web Designers, Creative Strategists, and Digital Communication professionals.
Yes. Through live projects, workshops, and internships, students continuously develop a strong portfolio that showcases their creative and technical skills to employers.
A portfolio is recommended but not mandatory for fresh applicants. It is required for transfer students applying to Year 2 or above.
Yes. The program awards an International Diploma in Visual Communication and Digital Design (RNCP Level 7), recognised for global academic and professional standards.
Yes. Graduates may choose to pursue specialised or advanced studies in design, branding, digital communication, or related creative fields.
Yes. With increasing demand for digital content, branding, and user experience design, skilled communication designers are highly sought after across industries worldwide.
Yes. Students are introduced to AI tools and emerging technologies as part of the curriculum, learning how artificial intelligence supports design research, data analysis, and creative workflows in visual communication and digital projects.
No. While AI enhances productivity, creative thinking, storytelling, and strategic decision-making require human insight. The program prepares students to work alongside AI tools, not be replaced by them.