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Scuola Politecnica di Design (SPD)

“SPD Scuola Politecnica di Design is the first school for design disciplines in Italy, founded in Milan in 1954, offering a transformative educational experience”

P.le Lugano, 19, 20158 Milano MI, Italy

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About Scuola Politecnica di Design (SPD)

SPD Scuola Politecnica di Design, established in Milan in 1954 by Nino Di Salvatore, is Italy's first school for design disciplines. It offers a transformative educational experience, blending aesthetic excellence, design culture, and innovation. Rooted in Milan's rich design heritage, SPD maintains a strong international perspective, fostering an intercultural environment that embraces diversity and collaboration. The institution is known for its interdisciplinary teaching methods, integrating art, visual perception, ergonomics, and innovation. SPD's mission is to train professionals equipped with vision and practical tools to address global challenges, emphasizing a responsible view of design as a catalyst for positive change. The school continuously innovates its curriculum to reflect global trends and maintains active dialogues with industry and institutions, preparing students for dynamic careers.

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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Design Bachelor The Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Design course combines a solid foundation in product and interior design, and technical features with humanistic components. The student of this programme recognizes the urgencies of the contemporary world, first and foremost the climate emergency, and designs in the light of these demands.	3 Years English, Italian N/A Deadline: N/A	Visit
Master of Arts in Interior Design Master The Master MID in Interior Design offers a comprehensive curriculum focusing on both theoretical and practical aspects of interior design. It's designed to equip students with skills in design analysis, creative problem-solving, and project management.	1 Year English €16.400,00 + VAT (22%) (as of 2017-2018) Deadline: N/A	Visit
Master of Arts in Product Design Master N/A	1 Year English €16.400,00 + VAT (22%) (as of 2017-2018) Deadline: N/A	Visit
Master of Arts in Digital Design Master N/A	N/A English N/A Deadline: N/A	Visit
Master of Arts in Communication Design Master N/A	N/A English €16.400,00 + VAT (22%) (as of 2017-2018) Deadline: N/A	Visit
Master of Arts in Transportation and Car Design Master N/A	N/A English €16.800,00 + VAT (22%) (as of 2017-2018) Deadline: N/A	Visit
Master of Arts in Food Design Master N/A	N/A English €15.600,00 (as of 2017-2018) Deadline: N/A	Visit
Master of Arts in MEED Event and Exhibition Design Master N/A	N/A English N/A Deadline: N/A	Visit
Master MID Interior Design (Italian) con POLI.design Master The Master MID in Interior Design organized with POLI.design focuses on designing contemporary interiors. The five project works are fundamental tools to assimilate an effective professional methodology.	12 months Italian N/A Deadline: N/A	Visit

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SPD's Master's courses are organized in collaboration with IULM University and are recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education, University, and Research (MIUR), awarding academic degree certificates and ECTS credits. The Scuola Politecnica di Design is officially acknowledged as a learning institution by the regional government of Lombardy and was certified as UNI EN ISO 9001:2008 compliant in 2009. Bachelor of Arts programs are accredited by Teesside University, SPD's Educational Partner.

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Admissions to Master of Arts programs are open year-round, with courses commencing every January. Application deadlines vary by program and intake. Students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible due to limited spots. The July intake allows students to begin their studies in October.

Requirements

Master of Arts: Second class (2.2) honours or higher in art, design, or other creative disciplines (ISCED level 6 program). Graduates in scientific/social science/humanities disciplines or those with significant professional experience may also be selected. Required documents include: Bachelor Degree, Transcript of Records, Portfolio (if available), Passport/ID, Motivational letter, CV, and an IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent, with no component below 5.5). An admission interview is also required.

Application Fee: Approximately €100 for graduate school.

Bachelor of Arts: 12 years of comprehensive education, successful passing of national university entry examination (if required), motivational letter, admission interview, and an IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent.

Recent Rankings

QS World University Rankings by Subject (2023): Top 100 globally for Art & Design.

Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings (2024): Contributes to Politecnico di Milano network's top 200 global position in engineering and technology (SPD is part of Politecnico di Milano network).

Italian National Rankings (Censis-La Repubblica, 2023): Tops private design schools in Italy, scoring 95/100 for teaching quality and international outlook.

Business of Design Week Rankings (Hong Kong, 2023): Recognized as one of the top 10 emerging design schools in Europe, excelling in product and interior design.

Scuola Politecnica di Design (SPD) Academic FAQ

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Scuola Politecnica di Design (SPD) provides a comprehensive curriculum including: Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Design, Master of Arts in Interior Design, Master of Arts in Product Design, Master of Arts in Digital Design, Master of Arts in Communication Design.

Scuola Politecnica di Design (SPD) is situated in Milano, Italy, offering a vibrant context for architectural study.

Yes, Scuola Politecnica di Design (SPD) holds accreditations from: SPD's Master's courses are organized in collaboration with IULM University and are recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education, University, and Research (MIUR), awarding academic degree certificates and ECTS credits. The Scuola Politecnica di Design is officially acknowledged as a learning institution by the regional government of Lombardy and was certified as UNI EN ISO 9001:2008 compliant in 2009. Bachelor of Arts programs are accredited by Teesside University, SPD's Educational Partner..

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