Master's Programme in Design

Student Guide

For Aalto students

This site contains the student study guide for the Master's Programme in Design. Here you will find the programme curriculum as well as detailed guidelines for planning your studies. All the materials and instructions are for all the majors of the programme. If you are interested in applying to the programme, follow the link at the bottom of the site to the application page.

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Master's Programme in Design is organized by the School of Arts, Design and Architecture.

The Master’s Programme in Design offers three majors for specializing in Collaborative and Industrial Design (CoID), Contemporary Design (CoDe) and Fashion, Clothing and Textile Design (FaCT). Overall, the programme comprises a total of 120 ECTS credits. All students participate in joint studies of the Department of Design, and select compulsory studies from the major’s study offering. In addition, they choose elective studies according to their Personal Study Plan, and produce a thesis project around a design subject.

The Master’s Programme in Design collaborates closely with the Master’s Programmes in Creative Sustainability (CS) and International Design Business Management (IDBM). All are two-year programmes, whereby students graduate with a Master of Arts degree in Design.

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Cooperation, Studies, University Published: 2.4.2026

Apply now: Bioengineering human tissue: Design, fabrication, analysis

Unite!’s Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) on bioengineering human tissue combines online learning with hands-on training in Germany.

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The Language Centre offers a wide range of courses.

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Supporting your study wellbeing, April 2026

Aalto offers self-study materials, guidance and services that support student wellbeing. Below you will find more about the services available and links to useful materials.

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Studies Published: 1.4.2026

See your programme's Student Guide pages for 2026–2027, 2027–2028 degree requirements

Check the changes and start planning your studies of the coming academic year! The curriculum information is published for applicants and students for planning the studies and familiarizing with the programmes.

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Students 6.4.2026 10:00 – 11:30 (UTC +3)

Theses & Tomatoes: Start your studies with Pomodoro

Join us for guided studying and pick up tips for more effective work during Pomodoro sessions!

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Students 8.4.2026 13:00 – 15:00 (UTC +3)

Career Design Lab: job search support

We will answer your questions about job hunting and provide feedback on your job application documents.

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Live-in-labs vierailu intialaisessa kylässä

Information sessions 9.4.2026 11:00 – 12:00 (UTC +3)

Info session: The Live-in-Labs® Program, Amrita University, India

Spend two weeks to six months in Indian villages. Design, test, and implement an affordable, comprehensive, and sustainable solution to the specified challenge. Gain first-hand knowledge along with the know-how of identifying and assessing community needs.