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About the degree programme

You will develop expertise in 3D modelling and digital design while working on projects that create high-quality user experiences.

The programme includes both a BA in Design and an MA in Design

Programme focuses on developing competences in understanding people and their user experience, design futures, strategy and sustainability. We will help you become an expert in 3D modelling and digital design and enable you to work on design projects that create high-quality user experiences.

All applicants must fulfill the general eligibility requirements for higher education.

Graduates of the Design programme are well-equipped for a wide range of roles across industry, start-up scene and product development, including product designer, game designer, XR designer or UX/UI designer. They will pick up roles in innovation processes, create interfaces, or product concepts.

As a student at the University of Lapland, you can gain international experience for example by going on an exchange or doing an internship abroad, participating on a short mobility, becoming a My Global Diary Ambassador or an international tutor! In addition to language and cultural knowledge, international experience gives you many acquirements for your future career. Our goal is that each student earns a degree which gives them acquirements for internationality and strengths in international labour markets. The goals of international competencies will be discussed with your teacher tutor and will be planned as part of your personal study plan. Student exchange is always planned carefully in such a way that all credits completed abroad can be transferred to your degree. You can complete a minor subject abroad, individual courses that are a part of your degree, an internship or specialisation studies that are not offered at the University of Lapland.

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Master’s degree in Design programme gives eligibility for postgraduate studies.

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