Kestora University
BACHELORSchool of Arts, Design and Architecture

Bachelor's in Design

Duration

3 Years

Language

English

Credits

180 ECTS

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Entry Requirements

Successful completion of secondary education, a creative portfolio demonstrating visual thinking, proof of English proficiency (IELTS 6.5+), and a personal statement

Minimum Grade: N/A

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Program Faculty

Prof. Ibrahim Pitkänen

Professor

Sofia Werner

Visiting Scholar

Prof. Ali Räsänen

Professor

Program Overview

The Bachelor's in Design at Kestora College is a forward-thinking program that blends creative excellence with technical proficiency. Students explore the intersection of aesthetic principles, user-centric design, and sustainable innovation. Through hands-on studio projects, collaborative workshops, and industry integration, the program prepares the next generation of designers to solve complex problems across digital and physical mediums.

Curriculum

CodeSubject NameECTSEligibility
DES101
Design Foundations
Semester 1
5
DES104
Product Design Studio
Semester 2
8Introduction Courses
DES201
User Centered Design
Semester 3
8Core Foundation
DES204
Service Design
Semester 4
8Previous Semester Courses
DES301
Capstone Studio
Semester 5
12Department Approval
DIG106
Digital Tools for Design
Semester 2
5Introduction Courses
ELE206
Electives
Semester 4
5Previous Semester Courses
HIS102
Design History
Semester 1
5
MAT105
Materials and Processes
Semester 2
5Introduction Courses
MKT203
Design and Marketing
Semester 3
5Core Foundation
SUS205
Sustainable Design
Semester 4
5Previous Semester Courses
TEC202
Prototyping
Semester 3
5Core Foundation
THS399
Bachelor Thesis
Semester 6
12
VIS103
Visual Communication
Semester 1
5

Career Prospects

Potential Roles:

Product Designer, UX/UI Designer, Art Director, Sustainability Consultant, Digital Strategist, Creative Lead