Program Overview
The Product Design at Sapienza University of Rome 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 Product Design programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Italy 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
- Tuition: EUR 1,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Roma, Italy
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Product 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
- Semester 1 is dedicated to improving student capabilities to explore contemporary design languages;
- Semester 2 addresses experiments with innovative technologies and materials;
- Semester 3 focuses on understanding and developing sustainable production and consumption processes;
- Semester 4 is dedicated to the final thesis; students are involved in an internship in the R&D department of a national or international company or in foreign universities or research centres.All lessons are in English in order to train students to work in an international context. In order to this, if necessary, students may choose English as an elective course.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
All degree programmes require an assessment of curricular requirements and competences. If the degree programme you are interested in has restricted access, you will also need to pass an entrance examination before enrolling at Sapienza.
All applicants must:
- Present a legalised academic title
- Pre-enrol at an Italian Embassy or consulate (only for non-EU students residing abroad)
- Satisfy Sapienza admission requirements
- Submit an application (if required by degree programme)
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 1,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 1,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Sapienza University of Rome 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 Sapienza University of Rome
Sapienza University of Rome
Rome, Italy
Sapienza University of Rome (Università degli Studi di Roma “La Sapienza”) is a historic and prestigious public research university in Rome, Italy, founded in 1303, making it one of the oldest...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-04-18
- Start Date 2018-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months