To be eligible for the BA in Design, you will need to provide evidence of one of the following:

• A certificate of secondary education issued in your country of origin
• Relevant and recent professional experience in the design industry or a closely related field. You will need to provide a portfolio showcasing your training and projects undertaken.

Students with special needs are welcome to apply. A meeting will be arranged with the Student Support Office to discuss what support arrangements London School of Design and Marketing can provide.

Language requirements

This degree can be completed in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. Non-native speakers of their chosen language will need to provide one of the following certificates:

• English: an IELTS certificate, with a score of 6.0 overall and at least 5.5 in each of the four components.
• Spanish: a Cervantes Certificate (DELE)
• Portuguese: a Camões Certificate (PLE of CAPLE)

This fully flexible BA in Design from the London School of Design and Marketing will equip you with the foundational skills and knowledge you need to find solutions to global issues in design. Our curriculum aims to align academic disciplines with professional specialisations in global markets.

Here are the learning outcomes of the degree:

• Gain an understanding of the concepts, tools, history, and methods of design at large and the links between the main * areas of activity (such as communication, interaction and product design).
• Develop a comprehensive vision of the themes associated with the mission of design, their interaction with markets and their role in society.
• Understand and successfully exploit opportunities presented by the contexts and demands of the design practice in the global marketplace.
• Gain an understanding of the environment in which creative thinking and design process takes place.
• Develop the business skills needed for commercial activity, either as a freelancer or an employee, with awareness of market behaviour, commercial trends, and technological innovation.
• Develop the ability to communicate ideas, take initiative, manage tasks independently, and contribute appropriately to group environments.

Alongside these vital skills and expertise, you’ll gain a recognised qualification to prepare you for careers in advertising, visual design, communication design, graphic design, and interactive design.