Overview

The course incorporates the inherent life-conducive principles of biological living systems into the design process. It is part Jewellery, Textiles and Materials programme.

Why choose this course at Central Saint Martins

Emergent discipline: You can be part of the emergent biodesign movement, targeting contemporary challenges such as climate change, low energy manufacturing, natural resources depletion, human and environmental health.
Grow Lab: You will have access to the Grow Lab, a new bio laboratory facility at Central Saint Martins with full technical support.
Research networks: You will benefit from the College’s pioneering, extensive body of research and international scientific networks, including the Design and Living Systems Lab.
Knowledge exchange: There will be opportunities to work with industry partners on knowledge exchange and research-oriented projects in the rapidly emerging field of biodesign.

Biodesign is an emerging discipline. Despite a growing number of publications and exhibitions, there is no universal definition of biodesign as such. Other terminologies exist, such as biophilic design, bio-integrated design, biomimetic design and bio-informed design. While they vary in definition, they all relate to a similar principle: that we can learn from nature to create more sustainable ways of living. The Biodesign programme from University of the Arts London (UAL) specifically understands biodesign as a means to incorporate the inherent life-conducive principles of biological living systems into design processes – to transition into a more holistic, sustainable future.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

MA Biodesign explores bio-informed design strategies as a driver for sustainable innovation.

You will articulate alternative and new innovative design propositions for the emerging bio-circular economy.

Through this work, you will redefine the use of energy, water, air, waste and materials.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-03 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Design Biotechnology View 103 other Masters in Biotechnology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

The standard entry requirements for this course are as follows:

An honours degree in a relevant design subject area
Or an equivalent EU/international qualification

And normally at least one year of professional experience.

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Tuition Fee

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International

21530 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21530 GBP per year during 24 months.
National

8065 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8065 GBP per year during 24 months.

Living costs for London

1137 - 2157 GBP /month

Living costs

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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