Program Overview
The Industrial Design at Aalborg University is a MSc programme in Arts & Design over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Industrial Design programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across China and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 12,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Aalborg, China
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Industrial Design programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'Project - Corporate Product Development\', \'Course - Production and Economy\', \'Course - Component Construction\', \'Course - Advanced Integrated Design: Pre-Phase\', \'Project - Sector Product Development\', \'Course - Process Technology and Material Characteristics 2: Flexible Automation\', \'Course - Techology and Form\', \'Course - Advanced Integrated Design: Business Development\', \'Course - Project, Design and Construction Management\', \'Course - Advanced Simulation Methods 1: Process Management\', \'Course - Advanced Simulation Methods 2: Technology Interaction\', \'Course - Advanced Simulation Methods 3: Ergonomic Design and Simulation Interaction (choose two of the courses)or\', \'Course - Project, Design and Construction Management\', "Master\'s Thesis"]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Bachelors with the following degrees are eligible for admission to the master\xc2\x92s programme in Industrial Design (cand.tech. i industrielt design):
- Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Engineering (Architecture and Design) from AAU (bachelors with a legal claim for admission to a master\xc2\x92s programme in direct continuation of their bachelor studies)
- Design og Innovation (bachelor), DTU
- Diplomingeni\xc3\xb8r i Integreret Design, SDU
Applicants with an equivalent Danish or foreign degree at a similar level may be admitted subject to individual assessment by the study board. If your bachelor degree does not qualify directly for admission to the master\xc2\x92s programme, the Admissions Office will forward your application for approval by the relevant study board.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 12,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 12,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Aalborg University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Aalborg University
Aalborg University
Aalborg, Denmark
Aalborg University (AAU) is a major public research university in Denmark known for its innovative teaching approach, strong engineering education, and international environment. Offers a wide...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months