BANGALORE–Strate School of Design Bangalore is excited to welcome its 7th batch of 84 dynamic, aspiring designers from every nook and corner of the country. Students who have selected Strate as their home for the next three to five years of their academic journey through the school's Bachelor's (3 yrs.), Honours (4 yrs.), and Master's (2yrs.) programs.

Known as one of India's premier design schools, Strate School of Design has global campuses operating from Paris, Lyon, and Bangalore. Thus, this new batch falls at a significant time in the history of Strate and the continued development of world-class designers who are going to shape the future of design.

This batch is the strongest expression of the very philosophy of diversity and inclusivity that Strate School of Design aspires to uphold because it comprises students spread across most regions of India, different cultural backgrounds, and a perfect balance between genders. The students who have been selected for potential and passion in design bring diverse backgrounds and perspectives to the table, which will help in enriching the community at Strate and truly enhancing the learning environment where creativity thrives.

The specially designed two-day orientation program allows these new students to fit into the vibrant culture at Strate. Agendas include hands-on activities whereby students discover design thinking. Team-building exercises promote bonding and foster a sense of belonging among the new students. It is in such activities that Strateinstills creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking, three central values in its design education approach.

"Our induction program is just the initiation into the exciting journey at Strate," says Thomas Dal, Dean, Strate School of Design. "We sincerely believe in transforming these talented minds into world-class designers who will go on to make a difference in the industry. We find this year's batch to be very promising, and we shall look forward to their growth and accomplishments in the coming years."

One of the fresher’s, Ryan, shared his orientation experience. "The orientation program has been such a great experience till now. The activities have not only bonded us as one but have made me feel that I'm a part of a creative and supportive environment. I'm eagerly anticipating the start of classes and exploring what awaits us at Strate."

Strate School of Design remains committed to providing a holistic, innovative learning experience for students seeking modern design education with a taste of industry exposure. Industry connections, experienced faculty, and state-of-the-art facilities combine to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in any career of their choice.

As the new academic year gets underway, its creativity will be further nurtured, and Strate School of Design cannot wait to unleash another batch of students with even more innovative ideas and projects. The institution is therefore gearing up for a slew of exhibitions, collaborations with industries, and special projects that will help these students showcase their skills and really connect with the design world out there. Strate is confident that this batch will continue the rich institution tradition of design excellence and innovation.

About Strate:

 STRATE was founded in 1993, is now recognized as a fully-fledged player in the academic world of French design. Over the years, Strate Ecole de Design has forged strong links with major schools and universities in France and abroad. Recognized for the quality of its teaching, some courses are ranked among the best French and international programmes. Strate School of Design has been training designers of tomorrow globally for nearly 30 years.

These are the thinker, doers, innovators and change makers who produce systems and services of tomorrow. Strate, Bengaluru started its first intake of students in 2018. In 2021, Strate, Bengaluru was awarded for its academic excellence by Eduawards at National Educational Awards & Conference 2021. Strate school of design is a member of reputed design organizations in the world – Cumulus Association, World Design Organization, Association of Designers of India among others. 

The Bengaluru campus is located at Yelahanka and is spread across a glorious sprawling 4-acre land away from the city’s hustle & bustle to help you learn and skill yourself in an environment that encourage you to connect with nature and its interaction with design. To learn more about the programs offered at Strate School of DesignBanaglore, please visit www.Strate.in.

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