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Design at The University of Edinburgh - UCAS

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Course summary

Design research is part of a dynamic and supportive environment within a vibrant community of world-class research. Design research integrates practice and theory within a dynamic and supportive environment. It connects across disciplines and research initiatives to support doctoral study within a vibrant community of world-class research. The range of subjects possible is vast and includes but is not limited to:

  • Design anthropology
  • Design history and theory
  • Methodological development
  • Design informatics
  • Design for healthcare and wellbeing
  • Design management
  • Craft studies
  • Service design
  • Design for change (transition and transformation)
  • Cultural and heritage studies
  • Sustainability and the circular economy
  • Design Cultures
  • Design and Digital Media
You will also be supported through our practice specialisms (in theory or practice) in:
  • Animation
  • Fashion
  • Film and television
  • Glass
  • Graphic design
  • Illustration
  • Jewellery
  • Performance costume
  • Product design
  • Screen studies (film and animation)
  • Silversmithing
  • Textiles
ECA: Edinburgh College of Art

Modules

See the University of Edinburgh website for detailed programme information.


Entry requirements

Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on our website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Design at The University of Edinburgh - UCAS