Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor's Programme in Design and Media

The Bachelor's Programme in Design and Media fosters a multidisciplinary approach, encouraging students to explore intersections of art, media, and technology while building their identity as upcoming creative professionals and providing a comprehensive foundation.

Degree and Duration

• Degree: Bachelor of Arts (Art and Design) + Master of Arts (Art and Design)
• Application period: 7 Jan 2026 – 22 Jan 2026
• Language of instruction: English
• Duration: 3+2 years, full-time
• Eligibility: General eligibility for higher education
• Field of study: Art and Design
• Credits: 180+120 ECTS
• Organising school: School of Arts, Design and Architecture
• Tuition fees: For non-EU/EEA citizens, €15000/y (Bachelor's studies) + €20000/y (Master's studies)

Description

The programme emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving, preparing students to address complex challenges through innovative design solutions as well as art and media practices. Through hands-on, collaborative, and process-oriented coursework, students gain practical experience and develop a comprehensive understanding of art, media, and design fundamentals.

Structure of Studies

The Bachelor's Programme in Design and Media is organised by the School of Arts, Design and Architecture and comprises a total of 180 ECTS credits. The three-year programme consists of:

• Major studies (111 ECTS)
• Common general studies (26 ECTS)
• Minor studies (min 18 ECTS)
• Elective studies (max 25 ECTS)

Specialisations

After completing the Bachelor's Programme in Design and Media, students are entitled to continue for master studies in one of the following programmes or majors:

• Master's Programme in Design, Collaborative and Industrial Design
• Master's Programme in Design, Fashion and Textile Design
• Master's Programme in Creative Sustainability
• Master's Programme in International Design Business Management
• Master's Programme in Art and Media, New Media
• Master's Programme in Art and Media, Visual Communication Design
• Master's Programme in Art and Media, Visual Cultures, Curating and Contemporary Art

Internationalisation

Upon joining the programme, students are welcomed to an international community of competent, creative, and responsible individuals. Students and faculty come from across the world, bridging students with the global design network.

Career Opportunities

A degree from the Bachelor's Programme in Design and Media gives graduates a foundation for pursuing a professional career in the private, public, cultural, and academic sectors and to explore problems and opportunities with other design professionals in fields such as:

• Communication design
• Digital and media design
• Industrial design
• Interaction design
• Product design
• Service design
• Strategic design
• Sustainable design

Research Focus

Research at the School of Arts, Design and Architecture is at the international forefront in design and media. The strong research environment of the School in many ways informs what is happening in the programme and provides a foundation for how students are trained to take on 21st-century design challenges.

Co-operation with Other Parties

The School of Arts, Design and Architecture has a long tradition of successfully collaborating with external partners in projects and courses and nurtures close relationships with a number of companies and public sector organisations.