Educads

6 Best Arts, Design & Architecture Master's Universities in India 2026

This ranks Arts, Design & Architecture master’s degrees in India for 2026. It is for applicants choosing a postgraduate path in this subject area.

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

6 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
1
MU Manipur University logo

Manipur University

India · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
4
PU PES University logo

PES University

India · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded

Frequently asked questions

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

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Manipur University, Maharshi Dayanand Sarswati University Ajmer, Mohan Lal Sukhadia University. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Master'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 Master's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Arts, Design & Architecture at Master'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.

Get your destination country university & scholarship updates

New scholarships, application deadlines and admission guides — a couple of emails a month, no spam.

Stay updated

Get admission alerts, scholarship deadlines & university news — free.

A master’s degree in this field is for applicants who want advanced study after a first degree and a more focused route into specialist practice or research. It suits students who already know they want postgraduate study rather than an entry-level qualification.

The options shown are all public institutions. They are spread across different locations, so the practical choice is not only about subject fit but also about where you want to study and how easy it is to live there during the degree.

Before applying, confirm the fee, the admission requirements, the application deadline, the exact programme title, and whether your preferred campus or department is the one offering the degree. Also confirm the teaching language, duration, and any portfolio or entrance test requirement directly with the university.