Master inProduct Design
The Master in Product Design explores new scenarios to integrate Industrial Design, technology and new methodologies.
Language: English | Start: February, September, November
ACADEMIC MASTER'S PROGRAMME
Duration 11 months
Accreditation MUR/Italy
ECTS 60
DUAL AWARD MASTER
Duration 14 months
Accreditation UK
ECTS 90
The Master’s in Product Design programme is workshop-based, supported by seminars, lectures, tutorials, and fieldwork. Industry professionals, the programme leader, and project leaders will guide you via individual coaching and mentorship.
The combination of accredited coursework and real-life professional projects gives students the opportunity to build on their academic foundation, while gaining valuable work experience directly applicable to their future careers.
Students can apply to the Academic Master’s Programme, accredited by the Italian Ministry of Education, or to the Master of Arts degree with an international UK validation.
Graduates of the Academic Master’s Programmes earn a degree that is recognised throughout Europe and the world, receiving an Academic Master’s Degree (60 ECTS credits) accredited by the Italian Ministry of Universities and Research (MUR)*, in addition to a Domus Academy Master’s Diploma.
The programme consists of five terms, each including a subject module and a workshop module. The fifth term is dedicated to the Industry Placement. The programme concludes with the presentation of the Final Project
* The academic Master’s Degree is awarded by NABA, Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti.
The Dual Award Master path allows students to obtain an Academic Master validated by the Italian MUR and a Master of Arts, with international validation in the UK from Regent’s University in London.
As part of the Dual Award Master’s programmes, students attend additional dedicated lectures in each of the five terms of the Master’s structure, which also includes an Industry Placement. A sixth and final term is centred on the development of the Major Project, marking the conclusion of the academic journey.
The UK validation gives students more international recognition of their course of study and the opportunity to obtain a Master of Arts Degree (90 ECTS) awarded by Regent’s University London that allows them access to most international doctoral programmes.
The Master in Product Design program combines cross-disciplinary studies of design thinking with hands-on experience.
You will have the opportunity to work on projects with companies on the front lines of product design, engineering, and business. You will learn how to analyze current industry directions, anticipate future trends, and explore new territories in design, technology, fabrication, and distribution.
The program is addressed to candidates who have a first-level degree and/or professional experience in interior design, product design, architecture, engineering, visual arts, or other disciplines related to the field of study, who want to take their career in product design to the next level.
All courses are taught in English. A high level of proficiency in the English language is required.
Participants will get the knowledge, confidence and insight to pursue creative roles in Product Design, Industrial Design, Design Strategy, Research and Management. The programme will equip them with the skills required to succeed in the international product design arena. They can start their own business of product or multi-disciplinary design or explore a wide range of design-related roles, such as:
- Product designer
- Industrial designer
- Package designer
- Product engineer
- Product manager
- Design Researcher
- UX/UI Designer
- Packaging/Ci Designer
- Entrepreneur
The Master’s involves the following costs, in addition to the payment of a degree fee to be paid within one month before the course start date, equal to € 540 for the Academic Master’s Programme and € 650 for the Dual Award Master’s Programme.
Matriculation Fee: € 540/650
EU & EFTA students fee
Academic Master
€ 23.900
Pre-Enrollment: € 3.000
Tuition: € 20.900
Dual Award Master
€ 27.900
Pre-Enrollment: € 3.000
Tuition: € 24.900
Non-EU Students Fee
Academic Master
€ 28.900
Pre-Enrollment: € 3.000
Tuition: € 25.900
Dual Award Master
€ 32.900
Pre-Enrollment: € 3.000
Tuition: € 29.900
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A multidisciplinary designer with a master's degree in Product Design, Alessandro has collaborated with internationally renowned studios such as Aldo Cibic/Cibicworkshop, Chris Kabel, Minale-Maeda, Richard Hutten, Carlo Ratti Associati.
A multidisciplinary designer with a master’s degree in Product Design, Alessandro has collaborated with internationally renowned studios such as Aldo Cibic/Cibicworkshop, Chris Kabel, Minale-Maeda, Richard Hutten, Carlo Ratti Associati.
Since 2015, he has also been active in teaching, holding courses, workshops, and lectures at UniRSM San Marino, Politecnico di Milano, IED Torino, Abadir, HfG Karlsruhe, and Uni Cattolica. Since 2023, he has been collaborating on an ongoing basis with Domus Academy. Alongside his academic work, he currently partners with several studios in Milan and contributes to Salone del Mobile.
Other visiting professors and collaborators include product and industrial designers, package designers, and entrepreneurs such as: Fabio Besti, Maddalena Casadei, Dante Donegani, Sara Ferrari, Piero Lissoni, Niko Koronis, Marco Maggioni, Roberto Palomba (Palomba Serafini Associati), Christophe Pillet, Hagit Pincovici, Laura Polinoro, Matteo Ragni, Claudia Reder, Eleonora Ricca, Paolo Rizzatto, Valerio Sommella, Marieke Sonnevelt, Philippe Tabet, Massimo Temporelli (Fablab), Studio Pepe, Patricia Urquiola.
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
The Master in Product Design is available in two formats. The Academic Master lasts 11 months and leads to an Academic Master’s degree (60 ECTS credits), accredited by the Italian Ministry of University and Research (MUR). The Dual Award Master lasts 14 months and additionally allows students to obtain a Master of Arts (90 ECTS credits) recognised by the British academic system, a qualification that provides access to most international doctoral programmes. Find out more about Domus Academy’s course accreditation at this link.
The Master in Product Design is aimed at candidates who hold a first- or second level degree or academic diploma (or equivalent qualification) in disciplines related to the course, such as interior design, product design, architecture, engineering, and visual arts. Professionals in the field with documented work experience are also eligible to apply. For detailed information on academic requirements, please visit the dedicated section.
The Master in Product Design is taught entirely in English. A good command of the language, both spoken and written, is therefore required in order to participate effectively in lectures, studio sessions, and workshops. Please check the accepted language certifications and any applicable exemptions at this link.
The Master in Product Design combines an interdisciplinary and intercultural approach to the study of product design with a practical component focused on design experimentation. Students have the opportunity to work closely with industry companies through workshops and individual coaching and mentoring activities, under the guidance of lecturers and professionals.
Upon completing the Master in Product Design, participants will be ready to take on creative and strategic roles related to design, such as product designer, industrial designer, packaging designer, product engineer, product manager, design researcher, UX/UI designer, or to launch their own entrepreneurial venture. Workshops and projects carried out in collaboration with companies offer concrete opportunities to connect with the industry.
Yes, Domus Academy offers a range of scholarship opportunities throughout the year to support the most deserving students. For further information and to submit your application, please visit the dedicated portal.