Overview

The Master of Design in Interior Design at Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Dubai, is a transformative program that delves into the dynamic and evolving landscape of interior design. Designed to address the complexities of indoor built environments, the program equips students with the advanced skills and knowledge needed to redefine interior spaces with creativity, functionality, and purpose. This rigorous curriculum integrates design theory, practice, and research, fostering innovative problem-solving and a deep exploration of design possibilities. With a strong focus on interdisciplinary learning, the program prepares students to develop tailored solutions that promote well-being while addressing pressing societal and environmental challenges. Students have the opportunity to expand their expertise through a variety of specialized elective courses, including Adaptive Reuse and Recycle, Digital Design, Project Management, Design for Society, Culture & Heritage, Temporary Design, Lighting and Illumination, Furniture Design, Design for the Vulnerable, and Interior Landscape. Graduates emerge as design leaders, ready to navigate and influence the global interior design industry. By combining a forward-thinking approach with ethical and sustainable design principles, this program empowers students to create spaces that are not only visually compelling but also socially and environmentally impactful.