The Department of Architecture at Ziauddin University has been established with the purpose to grow into an institute of architectural thought converging on the human, socio-cultural, environmental, technological, aesthetic and philosophical values. The Industrial Design academic program of the Department has a curriculum developed to meet the requirements of recognition by the Higher Education Commission (HEC). The four-year Bachelor of Industrial Design (BS. Design) proposed curriculum balances the attainment of knowledge with the development of practical abilities. Ziauddin University has developed a highly organized and intensive curriculum. The fundamental components of the curriculum are Design Studio, Material & Detailing Concepts, Computer Applications, Survey of History, Building Sciences, and Professional Development. Elementary theoretical skills are highlighted early on, along with introducing the essential knowledge of art and design. Students will learn to communicate concepts through models and drawings, working flawlessly between all methods of analog and digital representation.
Career prospects for professionally qualified and skilled Industrial Designers are enormous. They can search for employment in both government and private divisions. They are normally hired in architectural and engineering companies, teaching institutes, pharmaceuticals, Automotive industries, real estate development firms, etc. Most of the time, the designers are involved in planning, budgeting, handling financial accounts, negotiating with contractors, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and preparing specifications for materials and workmanship. The demand for this field is almost equal in its all areas including architectural design, construction, engineering fields, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare industries along with private businesses. The international market, mainly the Gulf countries, also offer attractive career for designers.