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Course summary
Our Certificate of Higher Education in Design introduces you to design thinking and skills you can apply in different contexts. It explores the creative thinking and practices used in design, outlining design competencies and transferable skills for professional applications. You’ll explore design as a catalyst for change and understand how it can be used effectively to tackle various societal challenges. You’ll undertake projects that help you build design skills and develop your own design identity as you begin to compile your professional portfolio.. Key features
- Build an understanding of design thinking and skills and their applications in diverse contexts
- Begin to recognise the potential of design to respond to societal opportunities and challenges
- Develop your confidence and ability to work on projects and to respond to feedback constructively
- Recognise the value of design capabilities as transferable skills and as part of your professional development
- Begin to frame your own design identity and values.
Modules
This design certificate has one stage, comprising 120 credits. In Stage 1, you’ll study two 60-credit modules.
How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
There are no qualification requirements for this course.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £7784 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £2480 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £2544 | Whole course |
| Wales | £2624 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £7332 | Whole course |
| EU | £8184 | Whole course |
| International | £8184 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £8184 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Fee information is valid for modules starting before 31 July 2026. Fees typically increase annually.
Provider information
Open University
Student Recruitment Team
PO Box 197
Milton Keynes
MK7 6BJ