
Overview
Key facts
- The key business skills that you will gain - project management, marketing, website design, branding and business planning – make this course the ideal platform for creative entrepreneurs to launch their own design businesses and consultancies, or for those who hope to take up senior roles in design strategy or brand management.
- The Design Innovation MA/MSc course at De Montfort University is designed for students with a good working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite applications, such as Photoshop, Acrobat and InDesign, and will develop these technical skills to an advanced level.
- You will select a specialist area of study from diverse options, ranging from retail, museum and exhibition, and product design, to interior, footwear, visual communication, and design innovation. Learn to devise creative solutions to complex issues surrounding sustainability and explore the role of design and innovation as a driver for change.
- Throughout the course we will empower you to experiment boldly and support you to take risks. You will be encouraged challenge conventions and develop innovative approaches to tackling contemporary design challenges, with the cutting-edge facilities for you to refine your talents and realise your creative visions.
Graduate careers
Many of our graduates go on to launch their own design businesses and consultancies, take up roles as creative designers, or progress on to senior roles in design strategy or brand management.
Recent graduates have landed successful roles such as:
- Senior Industrial Designer for Wistron Corporation, producing notebook PCs and other electronic equipment.
- Lingerie Garment Technologist for MAS Intimates, co-ordinating production for lingerie of major brands including Marks & Spencer, Victoria’s Secret, and La Senza
- Designer for London-based fashion brand Max C
- Designer and Production Supervisor at Fleur La Fleur fashion design
- Head of User Experience (web design) for Freestyle Interactive Ltd
- Creative Services Manager for Revlon
- Project Manager at Ideal Design, for interior design in Taiwan
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:- Research Methods (Compulsory)
- Creative Design Studio (Compulsory)
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Campus Location
- Leicester, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Industrial Design Design Interior Design View 371 other Masters in Design in United KingdomExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- You should have the equivalent or above of a 2:2 UK bachelor’s honours degree in a design subject relevant to your proposed specialism or major project area.
- If you have other professional qualifications and industry experience, we will consider your application on an individual basis.
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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16300 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16300 GBP per year during 12 months. -
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9700 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9700 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Leicester
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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