Mumbai is one of India's most influential creative capitals, where culture, business, media, technology and design converge. From global brands, creative agencies to media companies, digital platforms and start-ups, the city offers endless opportunities for aspiring visual designers to engage with contemporary visual culture and industry.
The visual Communication design course equips students with creative, strategic and technical capabilities required to communicate and apply ideas effectively across contemporary media and platforms.
Combining design thinking, visual communication, visual storytelling, branding, graphic design, motion, AI and emerging technologies the programme prepares each student to create meaningful visual experiences for diverse audiences.
Throughout the course students develop both independent and collaborative working methods while building key professional competencies including:
The Visual Design and Communication course is open to all students who have completed their 10+2 education from any stream. No prior experience in design is required.
Whether the student is interested in branding, graphic design, content creation, digital media, storytelling or creative communication, this visual communication design course provides the foundation to explore and develop their creative potential.
Students should demonstrate curiosity, imagination, visual awareness and an interest in understanding how design shapes the world around us.
Applicants are encouraged to prepare a portfolio showcase that reflects their creativity, interests and approach to visual thinking as part of the admissions process.
At the core of the Visual Design and Communication course is a research led approach that combines critical thinking, creativity and strategic communication.
Commercial design begins with understanding people, culture, behaviour and context before transforming insights into meaningful visual outcomes and solutions.
Students engage in both primary and secondary research methods, exploring contemporary visual culture, social trends, consumer behaviour, technology, AI and communication systems. Through sketching, visual experimentation, image making, prototyping, content creation and AI-assisted exploration, students learn to develop concepts that are both original and relevant.
This approach strengthens their ability to think critically, communicate clearly and create design solutions that balance creativity with purpose, preparing them for the evolving demands of the global creative industries.
Visual Design and Communication course introduces the students to a broad range of creative tools and technologies used by contemporary visual designers and agencies. Students build technical expertise while learning how to apply digital tools strategically within the design process.
Students gain experience across:
Students work with various industry standard softwares including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere Pro and emerging AI powered creative tools.
Portfolio development remains a continuous focus, helping you graduate with a professional body of work that reflects both creative vision and technical capability.
At Istituto Marangoni Mumbai, our Visual Design and Communication Course Program is approached as both a creative discipline and a strategic tool for shaping brands, products, experiences and culture. The programme combines international design education with contemporary industry relevance helping our students develop the skills required to thrive in today's global creative economy.
Students benefit from a project based learning environment that encourages experimentation, critical thinking and innovation. Through portfolio development, industry engagement, live briefs and professional mentoring students build a strong foundation for future careers across various creative industries.
Located in one of India's most vibrant creative hubs, the Mumbai campus provides access to a network of professionals, agencies, brands and entrepreneurs, creating opportunities for meaningful industry exposure and career development.
The programme's emphasis on visual communication, branding, digital media, motion design, AI and emerging technologies ensures our graduates are prepared for the future of creative practice. Combined with opportunities for international progression and a globally recognised educational framework, Visual Design at Istituto Marangoni Mumbai offers a transformative pathway into the world of contemporary design.
Progression Programmes are groups of specialised learning blocks or ‘levels’ that prepare participants with the skills and knowledge to enter the fashion industry. Each course is structured in two (2) distinct levels ranging from a foundation introductory level, working through to a higher comprehension of skill and study.
FIRST YEAR
In the first year, students will build a strong foundation in visual communication, graphic design, typography, image-making and design thinking through a structured visual communication course in Mumbai. They will explore visual culture, branding principles, creative research methods and digital communication while developing core technical skills across industry standard softwares and creative tools.
As studies progress, the students begin to apply these foundations to increasingly complex projects, creating visual identities, editorial concepts, campaigns, digital content and communication systems. Through collaborative assignments and live industry inspired briefs our students learn how to transform ideas into strategic visual outcomes.
SECOND YEAR
In the second year, students refine their personal creative direction while engaging with advanced topics such as brand strategy, motion design, digital storytelling, creative leadership, AI and emerging technologies. Study and projects encourage experimentation, critical reflection and the development of a distinctive visual voice.
The programme culminates in a final major project where each student will develop a comprehensive visual design solution supported by research, strategic thinking and industry-level professional execution. This final body of work forms a significant part of the graduate portfolio and prepares the student for progression into industry / further international study.
THIRD YEAR
For the third year, our students can progress to some of the world's leading creative capitals including Milan, Florence, Paris, London and Dubai, continuing their education within leading global design environments and expanding their international perspective.
The Visual Design and Communication course prepares graduates for a wide range of creative, strategic and communication focused careers across industries including graphic design, branding, advertising, social media and digital platforms, entertainment technology, fashion, luxury and cultural organisations (in-house agencies).
Graduates may pursue roles including:
The programme develops not only technical design skills but also the strategic thinking, communication abilities and professional confidence needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving creative landscape.
The programme develops not only technical design skills but also the strategic thinking, communication abilities and professional confidence needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving creative landscape.