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19 Best Arts, Design & Architecture Bachelor's Universities in India 2026

This ranks Arts, Design & Architecture bachelor's study in India for 2026. It is for applicants comparing undergraduate options before they apply from another country.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

19 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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AU Amity University logo

Amity University

India · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
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NU Nirma University logo

Nirma University

India · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
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PU PES University logo

PES University

India · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
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TU Tumkur University logo

Tumkur University

India · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
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GU Goa University logo

Goa University

India · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
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MR Manav Rachna University logo

Manav Rachna University

India · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Lovely Professional University, Amity University, Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University Bareilly. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Arts, Design & Architecture cost abroad?

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Arts, Design & Architecture abroad?

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Arts, Design & Architecture at Bachelor's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Arts, Design & Architecture at Bachelor's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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A bachelor's degree in Arts, Design & Architecture is the first degree level for applicants aiming to build a base for professional work or later study. It suits students who want undergraduate training rather than a diploma or a master's route.

The institutions in this group are public. They span different settings, from universities in Kerala and Madras to others in Guwahati and Bhubaneswar, so location and city size can affect daily living and access. Tuition fees are published for some institutions and are not provided for others, so cost comparison needs direct confirmation.

Before applying, verify the admission requirements, tuition fees, programme structure, and campus location for the specific course you want. Confirm whether the subject options match your interests, because the available programmes vary across the institutions.