The Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design (BSID) at University of Houston is a four-year, 132-semester-hour professional program within the Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, the art of making, applied advanced technologies, sustainability by design, and interdisciplinary research. Built around generative, discovery-oriented learning supported by integrated, collaborative, and project-based training, students develop strong craft skills and quality innovation utilizing campus resources like the Burdette Keeland, Jr. Design Exploration Lab and digital fabrication facilities. A mandatory internship differentiates the program from other undergraduate tracks in the college. The design studio culture prepares graduates for roles across healthcare, consumer products, furniture, advanced technology, automotive design, and UX/UI. Admissions is a two-stage process: university application with Industrial Design as first-choice major plus portfolio submission via SlideRoom.