Design Thinking for Young Minds
by Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay)
IIT Bombay Certificate
Two-day day-scholar design thinking workshop at IIT Bombay's IDC School of Design for Grades 8-12 students.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
₹5,900
Participation format
Individual
Duration
2 days
Eligibility
Open to students currently enrolled in Grades 8 to 12. The workshop is a day-scholar format held at IIT Bombay's IDC School of Design in Mumbai. Open nationwide with no stated residency restriction.
- Grade level
- Grade 8 to 12
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
See if your child qualifies.
Rewards and recognition
Certificate
IIT Bombay Certificate of Participation
Participants receive an IIT-B Educational Outreach certificate of participation issued by IIT Bombay on completion of the workshop.
Recognition
IIT Bombay national recognition
Skills your child builds
Key dates
Last edition
- Workshop
- 2 May 2026 to 3 May 2026
How to apply
- 1Register using the official Google Form for the workshop
- 2Complete registration with student and school details
- 3Pay the programme fee to confirm the seat
Fees and financial support
Fee details
Fee is inclusive of 18 percent GST and covers the two-day hands-on studio workshop, including use of the Design Thinking Studio's making-zone tools, at IDC School of Design.
About this opportunity
Design Thinking for Young Minds is a two-day, day-scholar workshop at IIT Bombay's IDC School of Design for Grades 8 to 12 students, introducing the design thinking framework through hands-on studio activities.
The workshop covers the five stages of design thinking: Empathise, Define, Ideate, Prototype, and Test. Activities include observation exercises, problem selection, ideation, prototyping, and testing, building toward a final project showcase.
Sessions are led by Prof. Nishant Sharma at the Design Thinking Studio inside the Rahul Bajaj Technology Innovation Centre (RBTIC), home to IIT Bombay's IDC School of Design. The workshop is a day-scholar format with no overnight stay included, and participants receive an IIT Bombay Educational Outreach certificate of participation.
Academic details
Difficulty: Beginner
What's covered
Covers the five stages of design thinking, Empathise, Define, Ideate, Prototype and Test, through hands-on studio activities including observation, problem selection, ideation, prototyping, and testing, ending in a final project showcase.
Frequently asked questions
How can participants maximize their learning and skill application during the workshop?
Participants can maximize their learning by actively engaging in all hands-on activities, asking questions, collaborating with peers, and applying the design thinking principles to real-world problems presented during the sessions. Pre-workshop reading on design thinking basics can also be beneficial.
What are the practical outcomes students can expect from completing this design thinking workshop?
Students can expect to develop a foundational understanding of the five stages of design thinking, enhance their problem-solving and critical thinking abilities, and gain practical experience in ideation and prototyping. The final project showcase provides an opportunity to present their work and receive feedback.
How does participation in this workshop contribute to a student's long-term creative and innovative development?
The workshop provides a robust framework for creative problem-solving that extends beyond design. Students learn to approach challenges with empathy and an iterative mindset, fostering innovation skills applicable across academic and future career paths. The IIT Bombay certificate also adds significant value.
Are there opportunities for students to continue their design thinking journey after the workshop concludes?
While this workshop is an introductory program, the skills acquired form a strong base for further exploration. Students are encouraged to seek out advanced courses, participate in design challenges, and apply the learned methodologies in school projects or personal initiatives to continue their journey.
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