Overview

Light is an immaterial material. It can structure spaces, shape identity, and enhance environmental quality. To define coherent visual scenarios, perceptual qualities, and expressive languages, the relationship between light and color must be examined and designed.

This is the goal of the Specializing Master in Light and Color Culture and Human Experience from POLI.design - Milan (Italy). The program trains highly qualified professionals in the field of lighting design, such as Human Light Designers, Consultants in Lighting Design and Visual Environment Design, Curators of lighting installations and artistic projects, and more.

Career

At the end of the Master, students will be able to pursue career paths within or in collaboration with design studios and companies. The program prepares professionals to work as:

Human Light Designer

Consultant in Lighting Design and Visual Environment Design

Lighting Specialist for architecture and design firms

Designer for companies in the lighting sector

Curator of lighting installations and artistic projects

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Human Experience of Light and Color

The Essence of Light and Color and Their Meaning in Reality

The Language of Light and Color

Light and Color Between Science and Knowledge

Light and Color in Living Spaces

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 15 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00

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More details

Admissions are processed on a rolling basis, according to the chronological order in which applications are submitted, until all available places are filled.

Language

English

Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Milano, Italy

Disciplines

Design Visual Arts Liberal Arts View 70 other Masters in Design in Italy

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree (or equivalent), or a First or Second Level Academic Diploma are required to be admitted. Foreign qualifications that are equivalent within their respective education systems will also be considered valid. Selection will be carried out by the Scientific Committee.

Knowledge of 2D and 3D design software will be assessed.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

10800 EUR / year

≈ 10800 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

10800 EUR / year

≈ 10800 EUR / year

Living costs

Milano

Italy

850 - 1450 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.